Gifted

  • Definition of Gifted:

    Intellectually gifted children and youth are those who perform at or have demonstrated the potential to perform at high levels in academic or creative fields when compared with others of their age, experience, or environment. These
    children and youth require services not ordinarily provided by the regular school program. Children and youth possessing these abilities can be found in all populations, across all economic strata, and in all areas of human endeavor.
    Gifted students may be found within any race, ethnicity, gender, economic class, or nationality. In addition, some students with disabilities may be gifted.
    (Alabama Administrative Code (AAC), 29-8-9.12)

     

    Referral:

    A student may be referred for consideration for gifted services by teachers, counselors, administrators, parents and guardians, peers, self or any other individuals with knowledge of the students' abilities. Additionally, all second-grade students will be observed as potential gifted referrals using the state requirements for second grade child find. 

     For each student referred, information is gathered in three areas: 

    Aptitude- Aptitude should be assessed through an individual or group test of intelligence or creativity. 

    Characteristics- A behavior rating scale designed to assess gifted behaviors. 

    Performance- At least three indicators of performance at a gifted level must be submitted. These may include but are not limited to, achievement test scores, grades, products, work samples and/or portfolios. 

     

    Eligibility and Services Provided:

    Eligibility for gifted services will be determined by the total score received on the ALSDE approved Gifted Eligibility/Screening Determination Form. Direct services are provided for grades 3-5 for three to five hours per week. Consultative services for differentiated instruction are provided for K-12 teachers to meet the learning needs of gifted students and/or those who exhibit
    gifted characteristics. 

     

    For more information, contact the Director of Special Education at 256-768-3070.