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Anonymous wrote:OP again. A couple of you have suggested that we get a retest, and then use that to inquire about Level IV. I struggle with this, and whether or not it is right/appropriate/worth it for our child. When we had him take the WISC-IV at the very end of 2nd grade, it was because we didn't understand why his CogAT and NNAT scores were all over the map, and so off with his behavior and academic performance. At the time, his 2nd grade teacher recommended him for Level IV, but the committee said no b/c of his test scores. We had him take the WISC to get some more understanding, and I'm glad we did because it revealed some underlying problems. The psychologist pointed out how his ADHD and his visual processing issues were likely impacting his scores on several of the subtests. On the other hand, on the subtests in which those issues were not factors, the highest he scored was in the Superior range. Fast forward to today - his report cards, his SOL scores, his GBRS score, and his overall academic performance definitely mean he needs to be challenged.
Do you think he needs to be challenged just because all those tests are high?
There are kids who do fine in gen ed who also make near perfect SOL scores.
If he is scoring high on all those, it could also mean that he's doing very well where he is.
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Anonymous wrote: We are so fortunate to have a fantastic gen ed 4th grade teacher who is excited to provide these challenges. So...do I think my son needs AAP? Definitely. Do I think he needs to be in Level III and not just Level II? YES. Do I think he should be in Level IV?? Honestly....I don't know! [/b].
If your base school is able to address your son's needs, that is already hugely in your favor.
Does your school have LLIV? or will your son need to go to a center school?
Our base school was very nurturing. Our center school is not. Just something for you to think about!
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Anonymous wrote: I know that Level IV is no longer a "gifted" program but an "advanced academics" program. My gut says he'd do just fine in Level IV. And we know other kids who are in Level IV who had lower-than High Superior test scores, but high GBRS scores, and who are doing well. But maybe my son will also continue to do just fine if he stays in gen ed with Level III. This is my big problem with the AAP program in general. I think it works great for those who are truly gifted, I think it does a disservice to those who are borderline Level III-Level IV. [/b].
Where your son is concerned, does it really matter what it's called?
How do you know that it works well for the truly gifted?
Sounds like you already collected a lot of data about your son which is great. Your decision point is to do that referral. Whether he is found eligible is up to the committee.
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