PLEASE NOTE: This is the process for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. The process for 1st and 5th graders is different.
Step 1: Application: Parents must fill out an application on their child. Applications can be found at https://giftedapplication.vbcps.com/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2f. Due dates are on the main testing page. Here are suggestions for filling out the parent form on the application. There is also a video explaining how to fill out the application. Please watch it before proceeding. Please note that the user name and login is your child's Chromebook login and password not your Parent Portal information. Read all directions carefully. Three unsuccessful attempts to login will lock you out.
Step 2: Testing: Students will complete two tests: the Naglieri Nonverbal Test (NNAT3) and the CogAT Abilities test. The testing date will be given to you soon after the applications deadline. A gifted testing specialist will come to Holland Elementary School to test your child. All 504 and IEP accommodations will be followed during testing.
Step 3: Identification: Identification decisions are made by the Gifted Identification and Placement Committee. The committee looks at the entire application to determine identification. You will receive an email informing you of the committee's decision.
Step 4: Old Donation School Placement: If you checked the Old Donation School box on the application and your child was identified during step 4, his or her application will go to the Old Donation School placement committee. If he or she is not accepted at ODS, he or she will automatically be placed in the cluster program at Holland Elementary.