Online Registration

• Elementary Student Talent Search 2009 - EXPLORE test.

Additional Information

• Brochure (PDF)
• Application (PDF)
• Tentative Test Centers
• Directions to Test Centers
• Sample items from the EXPLORE test
• ACT, our testing company
• Agreement to Participate (PDF)
• Special Accommodations Form
• Coordinator's Handbook for School Personnel (PDF)
• Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Elementary Student Talent Search?

Identify academically talented 3rd through 6th graders by giving them a test designed for 8th graders.

Eligibility (meet at least one criterion):

• Scoring at the 95th percentile or above on at least one section of a standardized test such as the Stanford Achievement Test
• Enrolled in school's gifted program
• Parent nomination
• Student is performing at the top 5% of his or her class

Take EXPLORE, an 8th-grade level test:

• Two hours in length
• Multiple-choice
• Math, Science, English and Reading

Benefits:

• Assist in curriculum modifications and programming
• Assess academic strengths
• First consideration for classes and reduced tuition for C-MITES Summer Program
• Receive C-MITES literature

Important Dates:

• November 29, 2008 - deadline to receive discounted rate
• December 12, 2008 - final deadline for January testing
• January 16, 2009 - final deadline for February testing
• January 24, January 25 and February 21, 2009 - test dates (choose one)

C-MITES Talent Search test sites have been established at many schools throughout Pennsylvania. Click here for a tentative list.

Fees:

On or before November 29, 2008 $59 ($15 for students on free or reduced-cost lunch)

After November 29, 2008 $79 ($35 for students on free or reduced-cost lunch)

This fee covers cost of testing, packets of educational materials and resources sent to students, and a subscription to the C-MITES newsletter.

Deadlines

• December 12, 2008 for January testing
• January 16, 2009 for February testing