Where online can I heve my child take a test to see if she belongs in 2nd grade honors class.?

Question

Her teacher has suggested she be put in the honors program and I want to test her at home for myself.

Answer 1

Oh, honey. Being accepted to an honors program depends on so many variables. First, she has to be looked at in comparison to the other students competing for the program. Usually a medium sized district will take about 20 per grade level. So if that year's class is higher or lower than the norm it will affect who is accepted. Different districts also place different emphasis on creativity, reading, composition, the arts, emotional maturity, and how hard students work. In short, you can't just have her take a test, and certainly not online. If you're that worried about it, set up a conference with her current teacher. If he/she does not have a good answer, ask to meet with her/him and the principal. Go through the proper channels, because if you go over someone's head, no one will respect you.

Answer 2

Hopefully, the school doesn't just "put" students in a honors class without justification such as the Gates test or Otis-Lennon. There should be a meeting with the teacher, parent, counselor, etc. You can't test with the Gates or Otis --only certified personnel.

Answer 3

um...if her teacher says she belongs in an honor program then I wouldn't question it. Do you monitor her grades? If her grades are above average then I wouldn't question it - besides, her teacher spends most of the time with her while in school and they will likely be able to make the most informed decision. Besides that - I would be sooooo happy to learn my child is eligible for the honors program, congratulate her. You could make an appointment with her teacher and get her direct opinion with proof if that makes you feel better about it. That would be your best bet.

Answer 4

if you mean G.A.T.E. then you cant really evaluate her your self, the resource teacher at elementary school usually do that.