CogAT and IA testing

For Second Grade Students and Parents….

Students in second grade will take the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) and Iowa Assessments (IA). We will test on October 21- October 24, 2019. The primary purpose of these assessments is to identify students for Gifted and Talented programs (ALERT). The identification of gifted and talented students is a multi-step process that consists of screening and referral, assessment of eligibility, and placement. The tests will measure reasoning and problem-solving skills in the areas of 1) verbal, 2) quantitative (mathematics), 3) spatial or non-verbal (using shapes and figures to solve problems). It is important to make sure your child has a good night's sleep, a healthy breakfast, and is at school on time during testing days.