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By Reach Your Peake, LLC Standardized Testing Season in the U.S.: What Teachers Are Dealing With Right Now By late April, most teachers can feel the shift in their classrooms! Students who were actively participating a few weeks ago may be quieter. Some are working more quickly than usual just to be finished, while others hesitate, second-guess themselves, or need more reassurance to get started. This is not unusual during STAAR (the End-of-Year Standardized Test in Texas) and other...

A 2026 Guide for Texas Public School Parents If your child is in a Texas public school, STAAR testing is coming up soon. By this point in the year, most families have at least started thinking about it whether that looks like planning ahead, feeling a little unsure, or simply trying not to overthink it. This guide is meant to give you a clear picture of what to expect and, more importantly, how to support your child in a way that actually helps. A Little Perspective From Me I’ve been an...

Preparing for the TExES exam can feel overwhelming, but guess what? You can do this! I’m here to share some of my best TExES exam tips to help you feel confident and ready on test day. Whether you’re a future teacher or supporting a young learner, these strategies will make your study time more effective and less stressful. Let’s dive in and get you on the path to success! Why Preparation is Your Best Friend for the TExES Exam The TExES exam is designed to make sure you have the knowledge...