The state of North Carolina defines gifted students as "students who perform or have the potential to perform at substantially high levels of accomplishment when compared to others of their age, experience, or environment; exhibit high performance capability in intellectual areas, specific academic fields, or in both the intellectual areas and specific academic fields; and who require differentiated services beyond those ordinarily provided by the regular education program."

At CCS, we are committed to providing a personalized educational experience that meets each student at their individual level, fostering growth, engagement, and success. This website serves as a comprehensive resource for students, parents, and educators, offering valuable information on academic programs, enrichment opportunities, and support services designed to challenge and inspire learners of all abilities. Whether you're seeking details on AIG identification, what it means to be gifted, or the types of services offered in the AIG program, you'll find the tools and guidance needed to navigate the journey toward academic excellence. 

The vision of the CCS AIG program is to foster a community of empowered learners in an environment built on mutual respect, responsibility, and trust. Our goal is to inspire and challenge every student to grow academically, intellectually, socially, and vocationally. At CCS, we recognize that all students possess unique gifts, talents, abilities, and interests that deserve to be discovered, nurtured, and celebrated.

The AIG plan provides gifted students with opportunities to collaborate with a diverse group of other intellectually advanced peers. Flexible programming options are available throughout the school year, allowing students to access opportunities tailored to their individual needs. This flexibility encourages innovative thinking and supports dynamic learning environments and experiences.

CCS's AIG Program enriches the educational experience for gifted students by emphasizing their individual strengths as learners. Dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom, the program nurtures creativity and fosters innovative thinking, empowering students to become self-directed and purposeful contributors in an continuously evolving global society. Through engaging activities, the program inspires students to develop into trailblazing individuals capable of addressing and solving both local and global challenges.  The AIG program strives to shift the mindset of school leaders from Deficit Detectors to Talent Scouts.  We are here to create opportunities for all students, not barriers to growth.