What is EXPO?

What is EXPO?

It is Denton ISD's program for Gifted and Talented Students. Gifted and talented students are those who excel consistently or who show the potential to excel in general intellectual ability, specific subject matter aptitude, and creative and productive thinking. These students require educational experiences beyond those normally provided by the regular school program. Students shall be identified through the use of multiple criteria as specified by the Denton Independent School District.

How are the Gifted Students selected?

Nominations/Referrals are solicited from a variety of sources. Teachers, principals, counselors, and parents are various ways students may be nominated/referred for the EXPO Program. Students must meet specific criteria which include objective and subjective measurements. Final placement for the EXPO program is determined by a district committee. 

Could my child be Gifted?

Click Here to see some traits/characteristics

What type of curriculum is taught?

The elementary EXPO curriculum is interdisciplinary and develops and utilizes advanced thinking concepts and processes. Students are given an opportunity to study content in depth and pursue topics of interest with consideration for different learning styles through various types of activities.

What skills will EXPO students strengthen?

EXPO students work in the areas of:

*critical thinking

*creative thinking

*higher level thinking

*problem solving

*decision making

*leadership research