Identification Process

1. Refer a student to Gifted & Talented. 

2. Collection of a qualifying body of evidence (BOE)

Three strong pieces of evidence are required for GT ID and may include:

-SIGS or other approved, nationally normed, observation surveys (for teachers and/or parents) with scores in the 95%tile+ on one or more academic domain. 

-Anecdotal evidence with specific examples that demonstrate advanced abilities.

At least one of the following is required:

• Fall Universal Screening test in kindergarten and 2nd grades with results 95%tile+

• GT testing by Nomination, for students who have not been tested in the last 3 years, with results 95%tile+

• CMAS score of 5 (exceeds expectation) or in the 95%tile 

• 2 years growth on ACCESS testing in one year or scores or scores in the 95%tile+

• Other district approved, nationally normed, cognitive or achievement test scores in the 95%tile+

3. The BOE is reviewed by a Certified ID Team from the Central GT office. 

4. Identified students have a personalized Advanced Learning Plan (ALP)  

The plan includes:

• •  One or more Academic Goals in the identified strength area(s).

  • One or more Social Emotional or Affective Needs goals. 

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Students can also be identified as Gifted with a Talent Portfolio in the following domains:

• Music

• Visual Arts

• Preforming Arts

• Dance

• Psychomotor (such as athletes)

• Leadership

*New* Creative and Productive Thinking no longer requires a portfolio. This can now be done with a body of evidence as listed above.