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NHJ High Ability -
Screening and Identification Process
Students can be identified for the high ability program through one of the following 6 pathways -
For High Ability Identification in Math:
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Through Performance - An outstanding score (96th percentile or higher) on a norm-referenced measure of math achievement.
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Through Potential - An outstanding score (96th percentile or higher) on a norm-referenced measure of quantitative reasoning or a composite measure of quantitative/nonverbal reasoning.
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Through Additional Data - When a child's score on either the norm-referenced measure of achievement or reasoning falls just below the cutoff, additional data in the form of teacher rating scales or classroom work samples will be reviewed to determine appropriate placement.
For High Ability Identification in Language Arts:
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Through Performance - An outstanding score (96th percentile or higher) on a norm-referenced measure of reading and language achievement.
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Through Potential - An outstanding score (96th percentile or higher) on a norm-referenced measure of verbal reasoning.
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Through Additional Data - When a child's score on either the norm-referenced measure of achievement or reasoning falls just below the cutoff, additional data in the form of teacher rating scales or classroom work samples will be reviewed to determine appropriate placement.