The Talent Identification Program of Kentucky
The Talent Identification Program of Kentucky (TIP-KY) offers above-level testing to assess where students are academically so educators and families can help guide students to relevant resources, appropriate enrichment programming, and other services that will challenge and encourage growth.
The annual recognition ceremony for all eligible students will be held on Friday, May 14, 2027. Students who are eligible will receive an invitation in April with more details. To see this year's ceremony, visit our Flickr account for photos.
What is Above-Level Testing?
Above-level testing is giving a younger student a test that was developed for older
students. Eligible students in grades 4 - 6 have a new testing opportunity this fall using the Iowa Assessment above level. Eligible
students in grades 7 - 8 can take the ACT, a test designed for college-bound high school students.
Join Us for a TIP-KY Mini Session to learn more about the Talent Identification Program of Kentucky. Discussions include information about the assessments, who is eligible, what school processes look like to invite students, and any other questions that may arise. Whether you are a seasoned or new GT teacher, a curious family member, or an administrator at a school, we welcome questions from all.
Mini Session dates are Tuesday, September 29 at 11:30 a.m. Central Time and Tuesday, October 13 at 4:00 p.m. Central Time.
Questions?
Contact Jennifer Wilson, Program Coordinator for TIP-KY, at jennifer.wilson@wku.edu or 270-745-2742.
Learn more about TIP-KY and Above-Level Testing
Click here to read a preprint of an article that staff from The Center collaborated on about talent search.
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