original date January 9, 2016 I had my EOC talk with students on Thursday and came to tears in every class I taught. My students are incarcerated and cannot opt-out of testing. Some will refuse to test or rush through, but what I wanted to tell them was that they could turn the test results into their favor. What I explained to my students was that they needed to develop a voice. Many of my students are well equipped intellectually to pass (and often exceptionally) the test. Many of my students write very very well. What my students don't possess is an understanding of how the test is laid out or how the test results are evaluated. I have repeatedly shared with my students the fact that state legislators use STAAR test results from 3rd graders to determine how many prison beds will be needed 15 years from now. What I share with my students are tips on mastering the test and how to actually read the questions without stressing out. Most importantly, I use each student...
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