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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]How are kids in MOCO elementary schools "tested" for these G/T centers.  In the spring, we got a letter saying that our DS had been identified as G/T...but I later came to realize that this is a fairly common designation in MOCO.  Just wondering if I should be pursuing more testing...or is a more passive process where the school invites you into the program.
Thank you for any insights.[/quote]

[b]The chances are that your DS reads above grade level and/or is above grade in math.  It does not mean that your DS is precluded from being gifted.  Remember, standards are pretty low so large numbers of students are labeled as G/T.  You could always put emotions aside and compare your child to those with the same SES.[/b]  [/quote]

I read this three times and have NO idea what you are trying to say.

To the PP to whom this bolded post is directed:  Testing for HGC entrance is offered in third grade.  You need to opt in - it is not a passive process in that you need to ask to have your child tested.  As part of the testing, parents complete an application and obtain teacher input/recommendations.

If your child is invited to attend the HGC, you will receive an invitation in the mail; if not, then you will receive a notice that your child was not invited or that he was wait-listed.

I hope this helps.[/quote]

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