Mid-terms and final exams are a central component of higher education and are also often given at the secondary education level. These types of assessments are typically a significant portion of a course grade and include extensive amounts of study material. The weight and volume of such exams typically produce anxiety in students. Given the emotional and mental toll involved, what is the point of mid-terms and finals? How can students (and parents) navigate this process well? Veteran high school math teacher Kathy White shares her thoughts on the purpose and process of mid-terms and finals and offers practical advice on how parents can help students be successful.

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