Early EXPLORE & ACT Testing
Each fall, several Douglas Elementary and Saugatuck Middle School students are identified to participate in the Northwestern University Midwest Academic Talent Search (NUMATS). This identification is based on meeting at least one of the following criteria:
MEAP Test Score (Level 1)
Nationally-normed Achievement Test Score (95% ile or >)
Past Talent Search Participation
Qualifying for a school gifted program
Nomination by a parent or teacher
Students who are recommend by the District Curriculum and G/T Coordinator to take the test are given a letter in late September with registration instructions. If you believe your child would benefit from taking this test but did not receive a letter, you may register using the instructions below.
To register for the EXPLORE test:
Register online at: http://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/
Our district's MATS ID # is 8203346
The test site for Explore is Douglas Elementary School in Douglas
The test center code for DES is 130000
The cost of the Explore test is $57
To register for the ACT test through NUMATS:
Register online at: http://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/
Our district’s NUMATS ID # is 8203346
The test site for ACT is Saugatuck High School 187270
The cost of the ACT test is $64
To Register for the ACT directly through ACT.org:
Register online at: http://www.actstudent.org
Our district’s high school code is 233-420
The test site for ACT is Saugatuck High School 187270
The cost of the ACT test is $31