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What model does the AIG program at Holly Shelter use?

Students at HSMS are level based group for math and language arts classes and cluster grouped with like peers within science and social studies. The AIG facilitator works collaboratively with teachers to plan and differentiate instruction for students. We use the push-in model, which means that the AIG specialist goes into the classroom to assist the teachers and students.  During the school year co-planning, co-teaching, mini-lessons, enrichment activities, and other means of differentiating are used, as needed.

How does a student qualify for AIG Services?

Criteria to qualify for the AIG program is determined by the criteria set forth in the NHCS AIG Plan.

Who can nominate a child for the AIG Identification Process?

A parent, a student, or a teacher may nominate a child.  Once a child is nominated the Match Team process will begin. Please note that this is not a quick process.  Data, work samples, and other information will be collected over the course of several weeks.

* For even more specific information about identification, please visit the New Hanover County AIG Webpage.

What happens once a child is nominated?

Once a child is nominated the gifted specialist begins to gather the necessary data to take before the Match team, which consists of the student's teachers (when possible), the gifted specialist, and an administrator.  There are surveys to be completed by the parents, student, and teachers.  The student will also complete work samples with the gifted specialist. Please know that if at any point during the process you have questions, you are welcome to reach out to me.

 For information related to discrimination and harassment, see NHCS policies 1710 - Discrimination and Harassment Prohibited by Federal Law and 1725 - Title IX Sexual Harassment