The WASL. Just the name sends shivers down some kids’ spines. From what you read of it in the newspaper and all, it sounds like a living inferno. But is the stuff people say about the WASL true?
I took the WASL last year in 4th grade and it really wasn’t that hard. If you really just read the problems right and take it seriously, you’ll probably find out that it really isn’t that hard.
I know the big part of it is getting the problems actually right and that is why a lot of people don’t pass. Well, here’s a little tip: If you pay attention more in class then you probably have a bigger chance of passing the WASL. If you don’t get the work you’re doing, then ask the teacher for help. Trust me, it will help!
Another big thing that may have people not passing is the pressure that you will not graduate if you take the WASL in 10th grade. Don’t worry! Just pay attention to the WASL and don’t think about your graduation!
So forget about what might happen if you don’t pass and do the best you can.
Andrew Hopkins, age 11
Mill Creek
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