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Test season can stir up a lot of emotions for kids—excitement, worry, pressure, or even fear of letting others down. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, or a school counselor, you play a powerful role in helping children approach testing with confidence rather than anxiety. A little planning, connection, and encouragement can go a long way. So, let's take a look at a few simple ways you can support kiddos during the testing season. Normalize Test-Day Emotions Let kids know it&rsqu …

Most of us can remember feeling dread in the moments before taking a test, and the fears, self-doubts, and what ifs that flourish in those moments: What if I get stuck on a question? What if I don’t know the answer? What if I freeze and forget everything? Today’s students have the same fears and doubts. But they also experience those emotions more frequently and sometimes more intensely. Why? Because in addition to their classroom tests, there has been a steady rise in the number …