Dear Confucius,
My son had just turned 6 when we applied to Davison YS. He had some IQ test reports that were very high (ceiling), but they didn't match the exact ones required, so we needed to do the portfolio. I was worried that since he wasn't a prodigy at anything like concert pianist or toddler doing calculus, he wouldn't qualify, but I was feeling desperate because he did/does have some amazing abilities (esp in math) that I wanted counseling about. I called the Davidson Institute and spoke to them about what to put in the portfolio. The recommendations are important, too. I am lucky I had educators who were supportive. I think it basically showed he was several grade levels above his age. Beyond that, I can't say, but it can't hurt to try or first call them and get their advice. Good Luck.
