Preparing for TAKS 101

I always look for extra help where ever I can get it. Teachers only have so much time, and I have found that the internet has a wealth of information, strategies, lessons, study guides and more that can cut our time planning time in half!

TAKS (Texas's standardized test) is approaching quickly for Texas teachers across the state. As a new teacher, I am a little anxious about it. Planning what to do to get my students ready for the big day is just as stressful as giving the test! But I found an absolutely wonderful website that has a multitude of resources to make this part of your planning a breeze.

Georgetown ISD has a Curriculum Corner they have put together that is open to any one who has access to internet. Here is a list of just a few of the wonderful resources that this website offers:

• Study guides
• Flashcards
• 100 Facts Packet
• TEKS overview 
• Significant information broken down by era
• Links to game websites for students
• Interactive activities in the classroom
• SO MUCH MORE

Even if you just need ideas for TAKS review, this is the place to go!

Here is the link below:

http://www.georgetownisd.org/ccorner/index.asp

Good luck with your planning!