What is A.I.G.?
A.I.G., “Academically/Intellectually Gifted,” is New Hanover County’s program for gifted education. A.I.G. labels the services delivered, not the students themselves.
Who needs A.I.G.?
Students who display high levels of achievement, aptitude, interest, and motivation to learn may benefit from services provided by A.I.G.. A variety of service delivery options are available for students performing above grade level in one or more areas of the curriculum.
How are students chosen to participate?
A student must be nominated for the A.I.G. program. A parent, teacher, or student may begin the nomination process. Once the nomination has been made, a variety of data will be collected to help us evaluate the student’s academic needs. As a parent, you will complete an “Observation Checklist,” which will help us to develop a broader understanding of your child strengths, interests, and needs. The classroom teacher and student will also complete evaluation forms and data will be collected on classroom performance. After all the data has been collected, the Bradley Creek Match Team will review the information. The Match Team, comprised of the Gifted Education Specialist, an administrator, and a classroom teacher from each grade level, will determine if services are needed, and if so, what services and method of delivery is most appropriate.
What are some of the delivery options for AIG services?
A.I.G. services may be delivered by any certified teacher. Classroom teachers work closely with the Gifted Education Specialist to differentiate and implement the best general education content for each student’s needs. These practices may include:
♦ team teaching ♦ cluster grouping ♦ subject grouping
♦ resource units ♦ resource class ♦ cross grade grouping
♦ anchor activities ♦ curriculum compacting ♦ learning centers
♦ tiered assignments ♦ learning contracts ♦ computer based instruction
♦ independent study ♦ small group electives
What is a DEP?
Every student receiving A.I.G.services will have a personal DEP, or Differentiated Education Plan. This form is completed by the Match Team and determines what type and level of services are prescribed. The DEP is sent home for parents to review and MUST be signed and returned to school every year. Every student receiving A.I.G. services will be reviewed annually to determine which delivery model best suits his or her current needs.