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I'm glad you sent it in, Cathy. Hope you hear good news soon.
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Hi Cathy
This may sound like a silly question, but here it goes...how do you send a portfolio on cd-rom? I'm in the process of compiling my son's portfolio. yikes! I'm not at all computer savey. Is it a complicated process or straightforward? Thanks a bunch.
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Adele, I just took digital photos of DS' work and copied them onto a CD. You could probably use a scanner, too. I used descriptive filenames that included DS' age at the time he did the work. I also included a letter describing the work. I don't know if they'll like that...but I haven't heard any complaints 
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I read somewhere else that someone who was accepted based on a portfolio ultimately "didn't make the cut"? What does that mean? Do you have to do testing anyway if you go the portfolio route? And what does "complete the six month introductory period" refer to? Is it some kind of probationary period?
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Cathy, I just went back to read the info on the application page again and I see that they changed their description of the portfolio - talks about stuff "just for fun." Interesting. Can't answer your question just yet - and I certainly have no first hand knowledge, but thought you'd be interested in the portfolio description. http://www.davidsongifted.org/young...Scholars____Application_Process_380.aspx
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It is my understanding that if you use the portfolio instead of one of the tests, you need to get the missing test done within the next 6 months. You were also required to submit all the test the child has taken regardless of the outcome. I can't find it on their web page right now though.
We used the scores only so I have no personal experience with this. I think the bottom line is that it's much easier to apply with valid scores than the portfolio. There are also applicants who were asked to submit portfolio as an addition to their valid scores.
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Huh. I thought the portfolio was to make the program accessible to those who couldn't afford testing. I'm a little confused!
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And what does "complete the six month introductory period" refer to? Is it some kind of probationary period? Good question! You mean you have to be nervous about getting your DC in in the first place and then again about staying in? I couldn't imagine...
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