How to Become AIG: The Identification Process

The identification process is managed by the School-Based Committee for Gifted Education (SBCGE). This team of decision-makers ensures students demonstrating above-grade-level performance receive appropriate academic rigor.

The 5-Point Identification Journey

1. Nomination: Students in grades 4-8 can be nominated at any time by parents, teachers, or themselves. To initiate a nomination, please email Ms. Wise with your child’s first and last name and current grade level.

2. Data Search: Once nominated, the AIG Coordinator gathers formal and informal data—including grades and state testing—to support the identification process.

3. SBCGE Review: The committee reviews the gathered data to decide if the student should be formally referred for evaluation.

4. Evaluation: Referred students undergo testing or a portfolio review. CogAT and Iowa testing will occur in October and January. Evaluation may include CogAT aptitude tests, Iowa achievement tests (Reading/Math), or a portfolio of student work.

5. Final Committee Meeting: The SBCGE reviews final results to determine if a student meets the criteria for AIG identification or should be placed in the Talent Development program.

Understanding Identification Classifications

Classification

Definition

Criteria

AG

Academically Gifted

Score at or above the 95th percentile on an achievement test.

IG

Intellectually Gifted

Score at or above the 95th percentile on an ability test.

AIG

Academically Intellectually Gifted

Meets the criteria for both AG and IG.