Post on 10-Feb-2022
CogAT Results… What’s Next?
What is the CogAT?Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT)
ÄConsitsts of 3 abilities testsÄVerbal (V)ÄQuantitative (Q)ÄNon-Verbal (N)
ÄComposite scores are calculated from these tests and used to help determine placement.
ÄScores are percentiles (factoring in grade & monthly age)
Similar but different…
3rd Grade à 4th Grade
5th Grade à Middle School
What advanced level classes does my child have the possibility of
participating in next year (4th Grade)?
ÄGT Mathematics
ÄCEU Consideration
How will placement be determined?
Student ReviewÄEvery student is reviewed by the placement
committee. Ä We consider:
Ä CogAT scoresÄ MAP scoresÄ Quarterly grades for relevant subject areasÄ Classroom performance: conversations, questioning, connectionsÄ Work samplesÄ CEU participationÄ Motivation & task commitment
How will placement be determined for 4th Grade?
EligibilityÄFor 4th grade
– GT Mathematics (Composite of QN with a minimum of 88%ile)
When and how will I be notified of the test results and placement option(s)?
Letter and scores are mailed from Manor Woods on March 9th.
ÄYour mailing will contain 2 documentsÄYour child’s CogAT score reportÄPlacement Letter from HCPSS
If my child did not meet the eligibility requirements, but I believe he would be
successful in the program, what should I do?Request a Placement Review…
• Placement Review Process– Parent/Guardian requests a Placement Review by the date
identified in the notification letter. (Parent/Guardian requests must be in the form of a letter requesting placement in the GT Math class, and must cite reasons/examples with documentation that would support the child’s probable success within this class. Letter is sent to the GT Resource Teacher.)
– Collection of additional Placement Review Data by staff– Placement Review Committee Meeting including G/T staff,
administration, and classroom teachers– Parent notification of committee recommendation will be
mailed during the week of March 29th.
Next…5th Grade à Middle School
3rd Grade Families: Feel free to leave at this time. You may email us with any questions or stick around until the end of tonight’s presentation.
5th Grade à Middle SchoolWhat now?
What GT classes does my child have the possibility of participating in next
year in middle school?
ÄGT English
ÄGT Mathematics
ÄGT Science
ÄGT Social Studies
How will placement be determined?
Student ReviewÄEvery student is reviewed by the placement
committee. Ä We consider:
Ä CogAT scoresÄ MAP scoresÄ Quarterly grades for relevant subject areasÄ Classroom performance: conversations, questioning, connectionsÄ Work samplesÄ CEU participationÄ Motivation & task commitment
How will placements for middle school be determined?
EligibilityÄFor 6th grade GT Placements
– GT English (V minimum of 90%ile)– GT Mathematics (Composite of QN with a minimum of
92%ile)– GT Social Studies (Composite of VN with a minimum
of 90%ile)– GT Science (Composite of VQN with a minimum of
91%ile)
When and how will I be notified of the test results and placement option(s)?
Letter mailed from Manor Woods on February 23rd.
What’s included in my mailing?
– Student Score Report (Keep for your records)• Specific information about how your child scored in each test
battery as compared to Howard County and National Norms• Student Profile description and additional information on scores.
– Placement Letter (Return to teacher if applicable)
– Grade 6 GT Course Placement Review Form• Things to think about:
– Thoughtful placement process prior to mailing– Responsibility for “skipped” curriculum lies with the family– GT courses standards will remain the same– Potential lack of movement possibilities if your child isn’t successful
When and how will I be notified of the test results and placement option(s)?
ÄLetter will indicate all scores and any recommended placements.
When and how will I be notified of the test results and placement option(s)?
ÄReturn permission slip granting or withholding consent by CIRCLING desired classes from the printed choices.
What if my child is eligible for multiple GT classes but I don’t want
them to take all of them?
ÄYou and your child should select the courses that best match your child’s interests for the 6th
grade year. ÄYou may elect to place your child into the
remaining GT courses in the 7th grade year. (Please note, this option is only available for the courses that he/she Tested into with an eligible CogAT score. School placements do not carry over from year to year; however, you may request a placement review from the 6th grade teachers.)
What is a Research Class?
Ä Offered to students who are participating in both GT English and GT Mathematics by testing or school placement.
Ä What will my child do in this class?Ä Develop primary and secondary research skillsÄ Develop and incorporate advanced technology skillsÄ Conduct original research investigationsÄ Develop authentic products
What do I need to consider when making decisions about my child’s
class placements?
Ä Prioritize your child’s strong interests and passionsÄ Consider their task commitmentÄ Consider how your child manages time, stress, and
work loads Ä Consider your child’s level of participation in sports or
extra-curricular activitiesÄ Go to your school’s Middle School/GT orientationsÄ Contact your school’s Middle School GT Resource
Teacher
What is the future course of study for middle school and high school GT
Mathematics?
ÄGrade 6 - Pre-Algebra GTÄGrade 7 – Common Core Algebra I GTÄGrade 8 – Common Core Geometry GTÄHigh School – Common Core Algebra II
GT, Precalculus GT, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus C
What is the future course of study for middle school and high school GT
Mathematics?Coursework Prior to
Common Core Algebra I
Common CoreAlgebra I Seminar 1
Common CoreAlgebra I
Common CoreAlgebra I G/T
Common CoreGeometry Seminar 2
Common CoreGeometry
Common CoreAlgebra II
AP Statistics
Common CoreGeometry G/T
AP Calculus AB
Common CoreAlgebra II G/T
Precalculus G/T
Discrete MathematicsG/T
AP Calculus C -Multivariate Calculus
Advanced Algebraand Functions
TrigonometryHonors
MathematicalAnalysis Honors
BusinessCalculus G/T
AP Calculus AB
AND
DifferentialEquations G/T4
Note 1: Common Core Algebra 1 Seminar is an elective credit to be taken together with Common Core Algebra I.Note 2: Common Core Geometry Seminar is an elective credit to be taken together with Common Core Geometry.Note 3: A student may enroll in the one-semester, SAT Prep in any sequence after the completion of Common Core Geometry.Note 4: Differential Equations- G/T is an option for advanced mathematics students who have completed or are currently enrolled in Calculus C/Multivariate Calculus AP G/T.Note 5: Financial Literacy counts as an elective credit but not as a mathematics credit.
Mathematical Designor
MathematicalDesign - G/T
SAT Prep3
Common CoreAlgebra II Seminar
Financial Literacy5
College and CareerReadiness
Transition MathCourse
Who can I contact with questions about the rigor of middle school GT
courses?
ÄBurleigh Manor: 410.313.2507Ä6th/7th Grade Counselor: Laura PropertÄGT Resource Teacher: Robyn Page
ÄMount View: 410.313.5545Ä6th Grade Counselor: Angie SzaleckiÄGT Resource Teacher: Susan Mako
Questions?