Many gifted children don't have the chance to really stretch their wings in primary school. Taking an above level test can help identify strengths that might not be seen in the regular classroom. By raising the ceiling, students, parents and teachers can all gain valuable insight into a child's capabilities.
The EXPLORE test is just such an opportunity and it will again be available to families in Western Australia this year.
Testing will be conducted during the morning of April 9th 2011 at three locations – South Perth, Albany and Geraldton.
EXPLORE is designed for US students in the 8th Grade (13 or 14 years of age). Thousands of younger students sit this test each year as a Talent Search opportunity in the USA. In 2011 it will again be available to students in WA who are currently in Year 4, 5 or 6.
If your child is within the top 5% of their year group in either potential or achievement, you may like to consider this opportunity. Details about the sorts of information you will need in order to demonstrate your child qualifies to sit the test can be found under FAQ’s in the EXPLORE Test section of the Thinking Ahead website.
Cost of testing $97 and registration can be completed online, or by a print and post form.
This test is offered in WA in conjunction with the Center for Talent Development at Northwestern University in Illinois, USA. They offer testing to thousands of gifted students and are making it easier to access the test preparation materials and information this year. After registrations close you will receive Log In details to their site which will allow you access to articles and information and later also access your child's results and other useful information.
Students who took the EXPLORE exam previously (in 2009 or 2010) are encouraged to take it again in 2011 if they are still within the age range as it provides an indication of progress over the last 12 months.
Registrations will close at 5pm on March 25th (to allow materials to arrive from the US prior to testing).
More information is available on the website where you will find answers to FAQ's and registration forms.
If you would like a flier to pass on to others, you can download one here.
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