I HATE TESTING!!!

In my school we have started the first of many testing seasons.  Testing has become such a standard in the school that we have training about how to properly test our students.  Teachers must be alert and walk around the room a minimum of every 15 minutes.  We cannot bring electronic devices, papers to grade, or reading material.  We must stay focused as children complete a minimum of 3 hour long tests.  On Monday we tested Algebra, classes were frozen and I was testing.  We tested from 8-12:30.  I received a 30 minute lunch break and then was expected to teach an AP Biology class. Yesterday, I didn't test however during my planning period 2 classes was sent to my classroom to be held until their teachers were finished testing.  No one asked or said a thing.  I guess I was taking one for the team.  Now today is Wednesday, again I am testing. We just wrapped up Biology testing, another 3 hour test.  Testing is draining to both teachers and students exactly what do they expect us to be able to do with these students for the remainder of the day.  I understand the purpose behind state mandated standardized testing, but the amount of time spent testing throughout the school year completely disrupts the calendar.  Additionally, most students don't seem to care about the test after they have passed the class.  In my state they are now tying test scores to evaluations which means job security.  There has to be a better way to measure student achievement.  Sorry for the babbling. I just really hate testing!!