Hershey

Vox Pop: What does HHS think about standardized testing?

Matilda Bennett, Reporter

December 17, 2024

I interviewed some students about standardized testing and got a variety of answers. Most said it should be optional, but banning them is too far. A big mental hurdle comes with standardized tests, which can affect the student body. At the same time, some people benefit from taking big tests and have a natural ability to do well on them. There are many other ways to show a person’s intelligence, and making it an option to take standardized tests should be something that our school thinks about.

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Matilda Bennett

Matilda Bennett is a reporter for The Broadcaster. This is her first year on staff and is a junior at Hershey High School. She is a varsity cheerleader and competitive cheerleader at DazzleU Allstars. She enjoys spending time with friends and listening to music.