For students in the gifted referral process, a body of evidence is gathered in order to make the best recommendations for their learning. This body of evidence may include the following elements: CogAT results, i-Ready data, CMAS scores, classroom performance data, teacher observations, performance data and observations from enrichment groups, gifted rating scales from teachers and parents, student surveys, and student interviews. The purpose of this body of evidence is to determine if a student has consistent performance data that shows that they are working a grade level or more above their grade level peers, and demonstrates a need for gifted programming.
Once the body of evidence is gathered, a team of staff who are trained in gifted education review the student’s file. The team works together, along with the classroom teacher to determine the best programming to meet the student’s needs. Programming options may include, but are not limited to, enrichment groups, in class interventions, special projects, subject compacting, subject acceleration, and tiered assignments.
Parents and guardians are an important part of the process and are kept informed of decisions along the way. Families of referral students will receive quarterly newsletters, as well as personalized communication as needed to communicate updates.
