Students are referred for CATS program screenings in three ways:
Every student at Orchard Farm is screened for the gifted program in first and third grade, via the administration of the CogAT, teacher requests or parent requests.
While CogAT and IQ scores are reliable and valid measures, it is not uncommon for a student's scores to change every few years. These fluctuations are relatively small, yet could still allow for a formerly disqualified student to qualify at a later date. For this reason, students may eligible to be re-screened in the future.
For more state guidance and gifted recommendations, visit the DESE website.