Gibbers, Gibbers, Gibbers!!!!

[Anonymous]

This is a presentation given to the FCPS AAP advisory committee - http://www.fcps.edu/is/aap/pdfs/aapac/AAPACpresentationJan2013.pdf

[Anonymous]

Thanks --- but the presentation doesn't go into specifics re: math lessons, writing projects etc...

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Thanks --- but the presentation doesn't go into specifics re: math lessons, writing projects etc...

I believe those are called "lesson plans" - as in each teacher implements the curriculum a different way. Perhaps that's why some parents perceive such a wide variation across AAP centers and individual teachers. If you have questions about a specific center, you might be able to get more information that way.

[Anonymous]

Thank you! Yes, that's exactly what I'm curious about -- mainly because I'd like to get any understanding of what they're actually teaching the kiddos. I'm pretty sure lesson plans vary from school to school....

[Anonymous]

Get *an* understanding of what they're actually teaching the kiddos...

I'm NOT impressed with the local level IV services offered at DD's school and I'm curious about the differences (not just geographical) between center-based AAP programs and local services.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Get *an* understanding of what they're actually teaching the kiddos...

I'm NOT impressed with the local level IV services offered at DD's school and I'm curious about the differences (not just geographical) between center-based AAP programs and local services.

There are differences from classroom to classroom and from year to year, in addition to differences from school to school.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Get *an* understanding of what they're actually teaching the kiddos...

I'm NOT impressed with the local level IV services offered at DD's school and I'm curious about the differences (not just geographical) between center-based AAP programs and local services.

If you are seeking feedback from experience, if you mention the school options, others can provide feedback. I saw a PP stated that it does vary per school (which I agree) - so specifying the schools would be helpful.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Get *an* understanding of what they're actually teaching the kiddos...

I'm NOT impressed with the local level IV services offered at DD's school and I'm curious about the differences (not just geographical) between center-based AAP programs and local services.

There are differences from classroom to classroom and from year to year, in addition to differences from school to school.

I agree with the previous poster. We choose to keep our children at Colin Powell, even with Greenbriar West ES great reputation. The program at CP ES is very strong and the teachers are impressive. GBW didn't offer something that was so much better that it would warrant uprooting our children from their neighborhood school. Each program is different, if you weren't impressed with you school's program, then a center may be the right choice for your child.

[Anonymous]

Anyone have any experience with Lemon Road (center) or Shrevewood (local level IV)

[Anonymous]

Lemon Road has a fairly new center

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Mine got a 9. Can anyone tell me if anyone can get in first round with that kind of GBRS. If yes, what kind of scores would trump that? I am not interested in appealing. But still not sure if that is the right decision.

FCPS will tell you that whether your DC got in on the first round w/in the next 10 days. You might be able to get some guidance on addl tests - it might be helpful to share NNAT and COGAT scores so folks could share parity of their DC w/ your situation. Good luck!

Hello..my kid had both COGAT and NNAT in 136-137 range. Also submitted his awards in Chess and Lego League.

very, very strong COGAT and NNAT scores - I am doubtful that GBRS scores (even if low) would impact eligibility decision

Thank you!!

Has anyone had a child with similar scores. Can you please give post your experiences here.

[Anonymous]

lol at a second grader's chess and lego "awards". I'm sure they made a difference.

[Anonymous]

DC has 131 on nnat and 139 on Cogat. However GBRS is 8. Any chance to get into level 4 on the first go? I really dont want to pay for WISC, keeping fingers crossed.

[Anonymous]

Have there been instances when students have been admitted despite below cut off scores?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:DC has 131 on nnat and 139 on Cogat. However GBRS is 8. Any chance to get into level 4 on the first go? I really dont want to pay for WISC, keeping fingers crossed.

There's a chance INNAT and COGATs are very good scores) - don't sweat it until you hear back. I assume you have your DC's AAP file already in hand since you know the GBRS - you can supplement GBRS evidence in the appeal if needed.