CFCI intends to meet the individual needs of gifted kindergarten to 8th graders through a tiered/leveled approach, mirroring the CFCI MTSS Structure.
Tier/Level 1:
All Talent Development + gifted students
Inquiry-based instruction
Differentiated curriculum and instruction
Content extension
Opportunities for enrichment
Flexible grouping options (incl. cluster, ability, subject)
AIG Lead supporting teachers through collaboration, team teaching, coaching, providing advanced resources and professional development
Tier/Level 2: Some gifted students
Tier/Level 1 programming
Cross-grade subject grouping; subject acceleration
Curriculum compacting
Advanced pathways in math
Independent study or passion projects
Advanced enrichment and extension opportunities
Tier/Level 3: Few gifted students
Tier/Level 1 & 2 programming
Whole grade acceleration
Long-term independent study and contracts
Participating in mentor or intern programs
Adv instruction through NC Virtual Public School
Differentiated Education Plans (DEPs) are developed by matching the area(s) of identification and appropriate level(s) of service to the student.
Areas of Identification:
Academically Gifted in Math (AM)
Academically Gifted in Reading (AR)
Academically Gifted in Reading & Math (AG)
Intellectually Gifted (IG)
Academically & Intellectually Gifted (AI)