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Parent University

CogAT Testing and TAG Identification

For 4th Grade Parents

Presented By:

Mrs. Wendy Walton

Cougars climb to new heights...

Capitol Heights Elementary School

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Who Gets Tested

for TAG?

  • ALL 1st Grade Students in PGCPS

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  • ALL 4th Grade Students in PGCPS who are not TAG identified

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  • Any students new to the county in 2nd, 3rd, and 5th Grade

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Which Tests are used for TAG Identification?

  • OLSAT
      • 1st Grade
      • 2nd Grade (new to county)
      • 3rd Grade (new to county)

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  • CogAT - 4th Grade and above

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CogAT Test

The Cognitive Abilities Test

(CogAT)

  • Online Test
  • Timed Test
  • Problem-Solving
  • Logic/Reasoning

Testing Window:

December 9 - December 17

The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT)

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Capitol Heights Elementary School

Parent University

The CogAT (Cognitive Ability Test) is an aptitude test that is…

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  • Often used to identify students for gifted and talented programs.

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  • Used to measure how well your child does on logic questions.

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  • Used to identify students who show a higher ability for problem solving and not necessarily what they have learned in school

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What is the CogAT Test?

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What does the CogAT Test?

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Practice Sample Question

A

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C

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D

Practice Sample Question

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Practice Sample Question

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Practice Sample Question

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Qualifying Factors for TAG Identification

  • CogAT Percentile (81st above in one area)
  • Report Card Grades
  • Teacher Checklist
  • MCAP Scores from 3rd Grade/iReady

WHAT DO WE LOOK AT FOR IDENTIFICATION?

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  • Understand the Test

Learn about the CogAT and its three sections: Verbal, Quantitative, and Nonverbal. Knowing what to expect can help your child feel more confident.

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  • Practice in Advance

Use CogAT practice tests or online resources to familiarize your child with the question formats. This reduces test-day anxiety.

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HOW CAN PARENTS HELP AT HOME?

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  • Focus on Problem-Solving Skills

Encourage activities that develop logical thinking, pattern recognition, and reasoning, such as puzzles, Sudoku, or chess.

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  • Establish a Regular Study Schedule

Set aside time each day for CogAT preparation to build skills without overwhelming your child

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HOW CAN PARENTS HELP AT HOME?

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  • Teach Time Management

Help your child practice completing questions within a set time to build speed and accuracy.

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  • Teach Process of Elimination

Show your child how to eliminate incorrect answers to improve their chances of selecting the right one.

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  • Stay Calm and Confident

Remind your child to stay calm during the test and to do their best, even if some questions are challenging.

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HOW CAN PARENTS HELP AT HOME?

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CogAT Resources

for Parents to use

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Any Questions?

Don’t be shy!!

ASK!!!!

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Thank you for joining us!

Contact Mrs. Walton if you have any other questions!

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