I tested privately because teacher indicated that our child was a gifted learner. I wanted to see if that were true and if I needed to educate myself, etc. I am worried about my child "dumbing down" to play with peers, which is in part a valuable social skill (lol) but is also a problem. So I really hoped Davidson could provide ideas and opportunities.
However it sounds like the IQ scores and portfolio are not favored and that an achievement test in addition is required. I am not sure if I want to do testing just to qualify for Davidson. I like the idea of development for its own sake and wonder in the marvel of learning -- just for itself.
Should we expect that we will need to take achievment tests then?
