Screening Process
Screening Process
Information derived from any one of the selected screening methods may qualify a child for further consideration. The screening process includes objective and subjective assessment methods.
General Intellectual Ability
a. Objective
NWEA test results for reading and math at the 95th percentile or higher (Fall, Spring, and Winter results)
CogAT test score at the 95th percentile or higher (given to students in screening pool, grades 3-8)
b. Subjective
Gifted and talented screening checklist/questionnaire completed by teacher
Student interview: questions based on Scales for Rating the Behavioral Characteristics of Superior Students
Teacher recommendation with evidence
Parent nomination
Student nomination
2. Specific Academic Aptitude
a. Objective
NWEA test results for reading and math at the 95th percentile or higher (Fall, Spring, and Winter results)
CogAT test score at the 95th percentile or higher (given to students in screening pool, grades 3-8)
b. Subjective
Gifted and talented screening checklist/questionnaire completed by teacher
Student interview: questions based on Scales for Rating the Behavioral Characteristics of Superior Students
Teacher recommendation with evidence
Parent nomination
Student nomination
2. Artistic ability
Gifted and talented screening checklist/questionnaire completed by teacher
Student interview: questions based on Scales for Rating the Behavioral Characteristics of Superior Students
Teacher recommendation with evidence
Parent nomination
Student nomination
Student products such as auditions, portfolios, writing samples, performance
Students are screened for GT identification:
In the spring of grade 3, after NWEA test results are available (beginning the 2022-23 school year).
In the fall of grade 4, after NWEA test results are available
In the winter, after a fall screening decision appeal is made, and after winter NWEA test results are available.
Screening Criteria:
The GSB GT identification committee follows a set criteria to determine eligibility.
If a student meets the criteria, qualifying them to receive GT programming, parents/guardians will be notified by mail and asked to sign a participation permission form.
If a student does not meet the criteria, qualifying them to receive GT programming, parents/guardians will be notified by mail and screening criteria results will be provided.
This does not mean a student will never again be considered for GT programming! The GT teacher will review NWEA data multiple times a year and ask for teacher feedback on any students who were in a screening pool and did not qualify, to determine if a closer look needs to be taken and reconsideration given.