If the line to get a McDonald's breakfast was longer than usual Tuesday, it was probably because of students claiming their free pre-test meals. State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, or STAAR, tests are being administered in Texas schools today until Friday, so the fast-food chain offered complimentary breakfasts for students and teachers on the first day of tests.
Students & educators get FREE breakfast the morning of STAAR on March 28. Work hard, test hard! ✏️? Details: https://t.co/cwd9KSNnEW pic.twitter.com/Ly8oaqVrb5
— McDonald's Houston (@McD_Houston) March 21, 2017
On Tuesday, "#STAARtest" was trending on Twitter and Texans took notice. The tests are administered throughout the year for different subjects and grade levels.
#STAARTest As a Texan it does me proud to see this trending. pic.twitter.com/QVDHgZ9rjx
— Enebong Ephraim (@EnebongEphraim) March 28, 2017
This week, standardized tests include fourth- and seventh-grade writing; reading and math for fifth- and eighth-grades, English I and any make-up tests for such subjects. Some schools, such as Quail Valley Elementary School in Missouri City and Warner Elementary School in Cypress, held pep rallies to motivate students for the tests.
WillowRidge I.C.E. drum line bringing the spirit to QVE's STAAR pep-rally! @FortBendISD @whseagles #TEAMUP2BEATSTAAR #EAGLES pic.twitter.com/sAPADDZc3b
— Quail Valley ES (@QuailValleyES) March 27, 2017
