Program for the Gifted
The Superintendent or designee shall implement an education program for gifted and talented learners that will challenge and motivate academically advanced learners and engage them in appropriately differentiated learning experiences to develop their unique abilities. This program will be responsive to student needs and within the budget parameters as set by the Board.
Eligibility to participate in the gifted program shall not be conditioned upon race, religion, sex, disability, or any factor other than the student’s identification as gifted or talented learner.
The School Board will monitor this program’s performance by meeting periodically with the Superintendent or designee to determine and/or review the indicators and data that evidence whether the educational program for gifted and talented learners is accomplishing its goals and objectives and is otherwise in compliance with this policy.
LEGAL REF.: 105 ILCS 5/14A.
CROSS REF.: 6:135 (Accelerated Placement Program)
Updated: December 2025