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TIPS 2015-2016

What is TIPS?

Talent Identification Program 3 Programs: 1) Sixth Grade – Duke TIPS 2) Seventh Grade – Duke TIPS 3) Seventh Grade – Orange TIPS

Who Participates in TIPS?

Congratulations are in order! Students scoring at the top of their grade level on standardized testing and students in the gifted program.

Program Benefits

Above-level testing opportunities Developing college mindset and skill set Increased awareness of academic ability Increased access to enrichment

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Duke 6th Grade Talent Search Program Benefits:

 Opportunity to take the ACT EXPLORE test  Online enrichment lessons in writing, math, science, social studies, etc.  Online book club  Navigator subscription, Duke’s online publication for gifted students  Invitation to apply for TIP’s CRISIS, a week-long summer research program (additional costs involved)  Invitation to apply for TIP’s Academic Adventures, day-long classes held around the US (additional costs involved)

 Talent Search Program Enrollment Fee: $40

FREE if qualifying for Free/Reduced Lunch. Must submit paper application. Email Mrs. Flor if interested.

 Enrollment Dates: Today through March 31st, 2016

 Ability to take the ACT EXPLORE test

 Additional fee required

$40 program enrollment + $37 for Explore test = $77

 An above grade-level assessment (designed for 8th grade level)  Measures their skills in English, math, reading, and science, providing a clearer understanding of your academic abilities.  Includes a career interest component.  By taking the EXPLORE test, you automatically qualify for the Duke TIP program in 7th grade.

ACT EXPLORE TEST REGISTRATION

Test Date Registration Deadline (and fee) Late Registration Deadline (and fee) January 23 December 17th ($37) January 4th until noon ($57)

• Sun. Jan.

24th (for

religious reasons only)

December 1st No late registration February 20 December 17th ($37) January 21st ($57)

ACT EXPLORE LOCAL TEST SITES

City School Name Center Code Test Date Altamonte Springs

• St. Mary

Magdelen Catholic School 209140

• Sat. Jan. 23
• Sat. Feb. 20

Mount Dora Mount Dora Christian Academy 205210

• Sat. Jan. 23
• Sat. Feb. 20

Maitland Jewish Academy of Orlando 172701

• Sun. Jan. 24

(only for religious reasons)

 Two program opportunities  Choose one program or both!  Similar purpose, different logistics and benefits

Orange TIPS

Above Level Testing Opportunity

 Preview the same tests taken in high school (SAT/ACT)

Used for college admission and scholarships including Florida Bright Futures

 Invaluable knowledge and experience  Gain insight into academic abilities  Helps students plan for high school and beyond

Available through Duke TIPS only

Above-Level Testing: ACT vs. SAT

 ACT  4 sections: Math, English, Reading, Science (Writing optional)  36 possible points on each section  SAT  2 sections: Math, Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (optional Essay)  800 possible points on each section

Hot Off the Press!

7th Grade TIPS Students get to take the brand *NEW* SAT from College Board.

• Fewer questions
• Shorter time
• Better reflects what

students learn in class

• Essay optional
• No penalty for

guessing

• 1600 scale

 “Try it risk-free”

 Not high-stakes, but rather, a “sneak peak”  Scores are only reported to parents

 WLMS Tutoring for OCPS TIPS Students  The Official SAT Question of the Day™ App available

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 Khan Academy – Test Prep: NEW SAT

 https://www.khanacademy.org/

Test Preparation

OCPS TIPS SAT Testing Details

 Students will take the SAT on March 5, 2016 at designated middle school sites:  Stonewall Jackson MS (Azalea Park)  Lee MS (Orlando/Edgewater)  Piedmont Lakes MS (Apopka -subject to minimum # of

students)

 Students are offered tutoring for the test  More details TBA!  At WLMS with WLMS teachers  Sessions in January & February 2016

Alternate test dates

DUKE TIPS 7th GRADE: Multiple dates available ORANGE TIPS 7th GRADE: Testing at the middle school sites is only being offered only on Saturday March 5th 2016. If you have a scheduling conflict:  Additional dates and locations may be available at local high schools. The parent is responsible for arranging testing with that high school.

Orange TIPS Additional Benefits

Parent Information meeting

Held while students are testing Covers the SAT test, HS courses, TIPS summer program

Summer program for students participating in Orange TIPS

Last year: Central Florida college tours, $100 This year: June 6-10, more details TBA

Orange TIPS Registration

Requires a paper application. These will be made available to students in January. Registration must be mailed back to College Board with payment by February 5th, 2016 Cost: $54.50 (there are no fee discounts for

Orange TIPS)

 95th percentile on standardized testing, or Gifted program (select “Educator Recommendation” on application)  Choice of SAT or ACT with multiple test dates  Students test at the local high school with high school students  Enrollment fee = $70  Fee Grants available for students who qualify for free

• r reduced lunch. Enrollment fee = $30. Paper

application required (earlier deadlines). See Mrs. Flor.

 Highest scoring students may be invited to a regional recognition ceremony  Access to Duke TIPS programs

 Special publications and online resources  Scholar Weekends at Duke University (at additional cost)  Field Studies (at additional cost)

 7th Grade students may choose Orange TIPS, Duke TIPS or both  Learn more at: http://tip.duke.edu/node/44

TEST DATE PAPER APPLICATION DEADLINE ONLINE APPLICATION DEADLINE

SAT 12/5/15 N/A 10/21/15 ACT 12/12/15 N/A 10/21/15 SAT 1/23/16 11/4/15 12/9/15 ACT 2/6/16 11/4/15 12/9/15

Duke Registration Deadlines

 Non-Saturday test date:

 For religious reasons only, with letter from clergy

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 Cost $75 or $30 for fee grant. Paper application required.  Must call Duke office for a list of test centers.

 For more information: www.tip.duke/edu/7ssd

TIPS helps your child plan for college success and provides him or her with the support to make college dreams a reality.