From a GT (gifted and talented) background I know they are looking for children who are independent learners…children who are guided easily, children who are resilient, adapt to change quickly. Children who have an idea of current events.

Above all they are looking for children who are ready to learn. Both physically and emotionally.

If you are not sure just ask the school why they need the information, they should tell you. In fact they should help you to complete the application so if you had any questions they would be there to answer them.

Ok…don’t do that.

I’ve never had to consider applications and decide which ones to accept, so it’s hard for me to answer. We always used the application as a guide to help us better understand a little about the child before we meet him/her. So my only advice is just be honest. What’s his/her personality like? What does he/she like to do? I would write down my gut reaction about the child as far as some things I think of first about them.

Matt

What abilities your child possess

Your child’s character – shy, cry baby, always smiling…..