Davidson portfolio

[KarenDV]

For anyone who's successfully used a portfolio in combination with test scores for Davidson Young Scholars admittance:

I am not really sure what to put in the portfolio! My homeschooled DS10 / "5th grade" hit the ceiling on the EXPLORE test this year but I can't say he has any other specific "proof" of being PG that can be submitted. (We are hoping to avoid WISC testing for cost reasons.) He is a Romaphile and chose over the last year to read every book in the library network about ancient Rome, but I don't have anything concrete to submit about that. He's finishing algebra now, but can I just submit some of his regular schoolwork? He is a competent writer but not a creative writer; can I submit a 4-page biography of Romulus he wrote (which is good, maybe great for his age, but nothing spectacular)? He's participated in a local science academy but doesn't have anything concrete to show for it other than a DVD of a group presentation. In short, my son is PG but is still awfully good at just being a somewhat distractible and energetic 10yo boy.

Can anyone describe what they've submitted?

Thanks for any ideas!

[Capt_Uhura]

Have you checked at the Gifted Issues board at the Davidson Institute website?

[RJH]

Have you checked at the Gifted Issues board at the Davidson Institute website?

That would be my suggestion, too. There are cost effective ways to get IQ testing done. Check your local universities. Mine will do it for $25. And the dr I took DS to did the WISC for $150.

[JenneinAZ]

I would strongly suggest that you call Davidson and explain the situation. They may be able to tell you where to get testing done for a less expensive price. I have not heard good things about people getting in without the scores on the tests. Definitely call them.