Writing scores are dropping. According to the Dallas Observer, over 45% of Texas students received a zero on the STAAR written Extended Constructed Response portion of the test.

This could be a pass/fail scenario for many students because the written portion now requires text analysis text-based evidence.

Students can write a grammatically perfect response, but if it does not apply directly to the prompt, or does not include analysis and evidence, they may not receive the points they deserve.

Many students enter and leave testing season stressed out. These tests are not an indicator of a student’s intelligence, but a low score can be a big hit to your teen’s self-esteem and confidence.

Unfortunately, students often do not get the personalized education they need in the classroom. This is not necessarily the teacher’s fault, but the student still suffers the consequences.

At Conway Learning, we work hard to help students fill the gaps in their education so they can become confident readers, writers, and communicators.