Updates for Families with 6th Graders
All students in 6th grade will take the IOWA and CogAT assessments in October. These tests are used for two purposes: gifted identification and eligibility for CPS placement in certain high schools (Walnut Hills and Spencer Center for Gifted & Exceptional Students).
Ms. Bonfield has graciously provided a resource – Time to Start Planning for High School for all 6th grade students. The slideshow includes information to help students and families in preparation for these assessments as well as to share valuable links about several of our CPS high schools. Please reach out to your child’s homeroom teacher if you have questions.
We understand that making a decision about what comes after PRM can be complicated. Listed below are PRM parents who are willing to be resources. Feel free to reach out to them via email in regards to their current experiences with students at the following CPS high schools.
- Walnut Hills – Jen Jarman at [email protected]
- Clark Montessori – Sara Bourgeois at [email protected]
- School for Creative and Performing Arts – Allison Goodman at [email protected]
Open House Dates and Shadowing Opportunities:
- Discover SCPA Day – TBD from 11:30am-1:00pm and more detailed information about the current application process
- Walnut Hills Prospective Student Open House – TBD from 1:00-4:00pm and Online Shadow Registration opens TBD.
- Clark Montessori Prospective Student Night – TBD from 6:00-7:45pm and information about touring and shadowing this school year.