Timeline for Elementary Students

PA Timeline for Parents: Elementary School

Fall: Screening and Initial Data Review

• All students in grades 2 and 5 will be given the Cognitive Abilities test.
• Students' standardized test scores on file will be reviewed.
• Student's district assessment test scores will be reviewed.
• There will also be a review of observational classroom data.

Winter: Data Collection

• Administration of additional ability and or/achievement tests for students whose prior standardized test scores or classroom performance falls with in the top 10% of academic peers.

During this time, the following are reviewed:

• Classroom assessments
• District assessments
• Student artifacts
• Teacher/parent input

Spring: Data Analysis

• Student Profile Worksheet will be completed . Please see the links below for examples of these profile sheets.
• Grades 2-5
• Grade 5 MS Math Transition

Spring: Decision

• If a student's profile score falls within the qualification range, then they are recommended for the program. Parents are notified by letter mailed from the school.