AEHS Community Member,
As we approach testing next week, it’s a good time to revisit test taking strategies to help our students be successful on the upcoming tests. Many students feel anxiety as the tests approach and feeling prepared can help. There is more that goes into being prepared for the test than just knowing the content. Getting a good night’s sleep, eating breakfast, using breathing techniques, having a plan of attack for the problems and knowing what to expect are all strategies that can help students feel prepared.
As you have probably heard by now, this is the last year the state of Florida will be using these assessments. The tests DO COUNT this year and the state will be grading our school based on our results. We truly want our students to do their very best on the tests and think about how this is an opportunity for them to show us what they have learned this school year. It is important for the students to take these assessments. Our teachers need this information to help them plan instruction and differentiate what they teach to meet the students' needs.
Being prepared and well rested are some of the ways to tackle anxiety on the test day. Knowing some test taking strategies is also helpful. Here are the Top Ten Test Taking Tips from Teacher Vision:
- Have a positive attitude
- Make a plan and be prepared
- Go to bed early the night before
- Eat breakfast the morning of the test
- Read the instructions carefully
- Manage your time and don’t spend too much time on one question
- Skip the ones you don’t know right away and come back to them later
- Use the process of elimination on the multiple choice questions
- Double check you bubbled the correct answer
- Go back and check before you turn it in
Remember, preparing for the test includes being physically and mentally ready as well. So, get a good night's sleep (10 hours if you can), eat a healthy breakfast the morning of the test and be sure to get to school on time so you aren’t rushing to get to your testing room. Practice breathing techniques to help you stay calm and think positively about the test. Here is a great resource for some breathing exercises you can practice at home: 8 Breathing Exercises
I am confident that our students are prepared for these tests!
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions,
Douglas K. Loftus, M.S. Ed.
Principal
Pictured above right: Mr. Loftus "slams" one of our senior class members, Jaylene Martinez, with their class shirt while in class after having fulfilled the high school requirements for graduation. When this happens, the seniors never know he is coming and the "slam" occurs in front of the whole class!
Pictured very top: Environmental science with Mrs. Singh. Please see their story below.
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Bree Stockton, one of Ms. Ker's talented art students plus a 2021-2022 Quarter 3 Summa Cum Laude student (straight A's), was publicly recognized at this year's OUC Water Conservation Awards Ceremony. As pictured just below, her rain barrel design was recognized as the "City Arts Choice Favorite." |
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From the left: Principal Loftus, Mrs. Ker (Acceleration East art teacher), Jennifer Stockton, Bree Stockton, and a representative from OUC. |
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Congratulations to Eunice Perez, recipient of the OCPS Endeavor Award! This is an award that is given to an exceptional education student who has overcome potential obstacles and barriers to achieve success. Eunice Perez is graduating this year and has maintained good grades and has a wonderful personality. She is well like by everyone! |
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Pictured with Eunice are Principal Loftus, Kim Smith (AEHS staffing specialist) and Sylvia Schaeffer (OCPS senior director for ESE). |
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Congratulations to Veronica Arlette Casanova Diaz (Class of 2022) on receiving the OCPS Spirit of Excellence Award! This award recognizes students who have navigated their course to success in a new culture. |
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May 2: ELA Reading Session 1 (8th, 9th, 10th), Senior CFE (US Government, English 4)
May 3: ELA Reading Session 2 (8th, 9th, 10th), Senior CFE (US Government, English 4)
May 4: Makeup testing
May 5: Biology EOC, US History EOC, FSA Math Sessions (8th)
May 6: FSA Math Session 2 & 3 (8th)
May 9: Algebra I EOC Session 1, Geometry EOC Session 1
May 10: Algebra I EOC Session 2, Geometry EOC Session 2
May 11: Makeup testing
May 12: Statewide Science (8th)
May 13: Makeup testing
May 16: CFEs during class (8th, 9th, 10th, 11th)
May 17: CFEs during class (8th, 9th, 10th, 11th)
May 18: Makeup testing
May 19: Makeup testing
May 20: Makeup testing
May 23: Makeup testing
May 24: Makeup testing
EOC = End of Course Exam (created by the Florida Dept. of Education)
CFE = Common Final Exam (created by OCPS)
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World History with Mrs. Medina
Mrs. Medina's students have been studying the growth of national identities for England, France, and Spain.
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Environmental Science with Mrs. Singh
Mrs. Singh's students engaged in a scavenger hunt tied into Earth Day.
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Congratulations to Mrs. Medina on receiving the OCPS Spirit of Excellence Award! This award recognizes school staff who have facilitated and mentored ELL students. |
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Summer Tips for Parents - Virtual Workshop (May 11):
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Orange County Virtual School Summer Courses: |
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Cyber safety this summer: 21 Social media apps parents should know about:
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Thank you for reading. Enjoy the rest of your week!
Douglas K. Loftus, Principal
Acceleration East High School
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
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