By: Amber Braverman Instruction Specialist at Kumon North America It’s that time of the school year when students prepare for their end-of-year testing, and many are experiencing the all-too-familiar symptoms of test anxiety, which can include stomachaches, irritability, avoidance, sweaty palms and difficulty concentrating.  But it doesn’t have to be that way. This time of year, it is easy for students to worry about test performance, especially when so many pressures, both from individual and school outcomes, are tied to students performing well. But with the right strategies – that focus on consistent practice, building confidence through skill mastery – establishing a study routine and creating a conducive learning environment…