2-5 Testing and Qualifications

Thank you for your interest in the Highly Gifted (HG) Program at Rogers Park Elementary. Referrals for testing or more information can be requested by contacting the Administrative Assistant, Cindy Diggs at diggs_cynthia@asdk12.org or (907)742-3795.

Requirements for possible placement in the Highly Gifted Program Grades 2-5:

-A child needs one score at the 99^th percentile on a cognitive ability test, and two scores at the 98^th percentile for achievement: one for math achievement and one for reading achievement, and one score at the 99^th percentile on an IQ assessment. Testing begins with a cognitive ability test. One score at the 99^th percentile must be met to continue with the achievement testing.  If both the ability and achievement score requirements are met, an IQ evaluation request is submitted.

-The cognitive ability tests measure critical thinking skills such as logic, reasoning, advanced vocabulary and analogous thinking. The ability test has a verbal and quantitative battery. The verbal battery assesses verbal reasoning retrieval and comparison processes such as analogies, picture classification and vocabulary.  The quantitative battery assesses reasoning about patterns and relations using concepts essential in quantitative reasoning, number puzzles, number patterns and number series. 

-The achievement tests measure reading and math skills. 

-Testing is administered in small groups with breaks given during the testing process. We hope your child finds the assessments engaging and interesting. 

-As in any testing situation, well-rested, well-fed, and relaxed children have an advantage.

For more information, please view the Rogers Park Highly Gifted Program website.