Dazey: The CAT and the ITBS are just two different tests, like the ACT and the SAT are two different tests. There's no specific difference (though I'm sure they have slightly different takes on subject matter). Mostly they're just made by different test makers.
Erica: So your son could take the same grade level test two or even three years in a row? (Not that he would, mind you!) Interesting!
Maybe I need to pursue this further...People here talk like that's not an option, but maybe they don't know what they're talking about, and I never formally inquired. Hmmm...
I'd love to give an above-level test, since I often feel like I'm flying blind about what he's retaining. I know what he's been exposed to, but I don't know what he's hanging on to. The thought of having to go through remediation because my 7yo didn't do well enough on it has always made me cringe, but I guess you're right that I could re-test him in the summer if his scores weren't high enough. I don't have to submit any scores until mid-August. That gives us time to have a do-over if we need it.
Hmmm...
