Non-CCISD Kindergarten Application Form

Testing Process Guidelines

Grades K-11 students are tested based on parent/guardian application (online application required).
Students are allowed to test once per scholastic year, September 1 - August 31. Gifted and Talented testing will be completed on the District defined dates only (Applicants must meet district defined deadlines).
Students must attend their scheduled test session.
Students who miss district defined testing dates will not be eligible to test for the program until the next school year.
Missing the district defined testing dates is not a basis for appeal.
Special test accommodation requests must be submitted with this application and the accommodations must be routinely used in the student's classroom. Accommodations (IEP/IAP/School documentation) will be reviewed for approval on a case-by-case basis.
Parents may not have contact/communication with their child during testing sessions.
Eligible students will be invited to enroll in the G/T program for the following school year.
A reminder about testing can be found on the CCISD Gifted and Talented website.

What test will be administered to my child?
Kindergarten students are tested in two stages. The test administered in the first stage is the Naglieri Nonverbal Abilities Test (NNAT). Students who meet the identified criteria will advance to the second testing stage. The second stage tests are the Northwest Evaluation Association (NWEA) – reading and mathematics. Students in grades 1-11 take all three tests in one administration.
Are the tests taken on the computer?
Yes, all tests are administered online.
How long are the tests?
- NNAT3 assessment: 30 minute timed test.
- NWEA assessments: students have up to 2 hours to complete each section (reading and mathematics).
Will all students finish testing at the same time?
No. Students taking the NWEA have up to 2 hours to complete each section, and progress at their individual pace.
What if my child doesn’t know how to use a computer?
The testing administrators will give a brief overview of the testing platform and will provide technical assistance, as requested by student. We recommend at home computer practice with using a mouse and keyboard.
Does the district provide study materials?
No.
Where will my child be tested?
CCISD students will be tested at their enrolled campus. Non-CCISD students will be tested at CCISD Instructional Resource Center, 4321 Prescott St, Corpus Christi, TX 78416.