Cognitive testing is required for admission to many independent schools in the area as well as for application to advanced academic programs and for appeals to these programs.
Tests administered include:
- Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales, Fifth Edition (Early SB-5)
- Weschler Intelligence Test for Children, Fifth Edition (WISC-V)
- Woodcock Johnson, Fourth Edition, Tests of Cognitive Abilities (WJ-IV)
- Woodcock Johnson, Fourth Edition, Tests of Achievement (WJ-IV)
Gifted and Talented Program Application and Appeals Information for Selected Local School Districts
Fairfax County Public Schools Advanced Academics Program (AAP) identification and placement
Fairfax County Public Schools Advanced Academics Program (AAP) appeals
Alexandria City Public Schools Talented and Gifted Program (TAG) appeals
Arlington Public Schools gifted services appeals
Helpful Resources
Council for Exceptional Children
Emerging Scholars Program
Gifted Education Research & Resource Institute
National Association for Gifted Children
Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center
Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted
Virginia Department of Education: Gifted Education
Virginia Association for the Gifted