A gifted student is defined as one who demonstrates a high degree of intellectual and/or

creative ability(ies), exhibits an exceptionally high degree of motivation, and/or excels in

specific academic fields, and who needs special instruction and/or special ancillary

services to achieve at levels commensurate with his or her abilities. Students who meet

the eligibility criteria in grades kindergarten through twelve in the Coweta County School

System will be served in the gifted education program. (Kindergarten students who are

tested and eligible in the Spring of Kindergarten year will be served in first grade.)