Parents, school personnel, students, peers, and community members may refer a 3rd-12th grade student at any time. 2nd graders may be nominated in March- April. Nominations are sought from a wide variety of sources to ensure that all potentially gifted and talented students have an opportunity to be considered. We welcome referrals during staff training, classroom visits, professional collaboration, parent conferences, and home visits. We also share information in school newsletters and on social media. 

Students may be nominated using the 2025-26 GT Referral Form 

GT is a needs-based program. Data is collected on nominated students and recorded on a matrix (profile) so that we may consider possible placement in a GT identification committee meeting. Placement decisions are based on multiple criteria. We make an effort to eliminate bias of all kinds and to make decisions that are in the best interest of each child. Identification of gifted and talented students is an ongoing process that extends from school entry through twelfth grade. Students may be tested once each school year that they are referred.

LISA Academy Gifted and Talented Identification Process

Once identified as Gifted and Talented, program options are specific to the student's grade level.

Kindergarten - 2nd Grades: Whole group enrichment

3rd-5th Grades: Resource Room (GT Pull-out)

6th-12th grades: Advanced classes, including Honors, Accelerated, Pre-AP, AP (Advanced Placement), and Concurrent Credit

All levels: Differentiated/individualized  instruction in academic classes

LISA ACADEMY Program Options