On May 2, 2015, Harrison participated in the International Talent Search conducted by Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, by taking an above grade level test, in 7th grade. Harrison took the SAT.
In the fall, he was notified that out of tens of thousands of outstanding students from the United States and abroad, who challenge themselves by taking these tests, Harrison received High Honors. High Honors are students among the thirty percent of the highest scoring participants in the 2015 International Talent Search, which recognizes excellence in mathematical, verbal and spatial abilities.
Today, May 21, 2016 – these students were recognized at a ceremony held at Seattle Pacific University; Harrison receiving a pin, in addition to his participation and High Honors certificates. We are so proud!
Average SAT score of every student who took the test from the fall of 2014 through June of 2015: | Harrison’s scores from May 2015 as a 7th grader: | |
Overall | 1497 | 1540 |
Critical Reading | 495 | 450 |
Mathematics | 511 | 610 |
Writing | 484 | 480 |