Gifted & Talented

Every year in Adams 12 we have an opportunity to nominate and test students for Gifted and Talented evaluation. 

If you are interested in having your child evaluated for Gifted & Talented identification, here are some important things to know:

1. Every 2nd and 6th grader is automatically screened for GT evaluation. There is no need for parent nomination.

2. The 2nd grade screener has already been completed.

3. The 6th grade screener will be on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 with final identification notification on January 18, 2024. 

4. If your child is K-1st, 3rd-5th, or 7th-8th and you are interested in having your child evaluated, you must fill out this form NOMINATE FOR GIFTED & TALENTED IDENTIFICATION by January 10, 2024.

5. If you submit the nomination form, you will receive an email confirming your permission by January 11, 2024.

6. If you submit the nomination form, we will schedule your child for testing for January 31, 2024

7. Results of testing and notification to families will be sent by March 14, 2024. 

8. There are three possible results of testing:

   • Scenario 1: Student is identified as GT in one of the following areas and will receive services:

     • General and Specific Intellectual Ability

     • Specific Academic Aptitude to include: reading, writing, math, science, social studies and world languages

     • Specific Talent Aptitude to include: visual arts, performing arts, music, dance, psychomotor, creative/productive thinking, and leadership

   • Scenario 2: Student is identified as Talent Pool and will receive services.

   • Scenario 3: Student is not identified and will not receive additional services.

Advanced Curriculum & Extended Learning: “The Vehicle”

Provides the depth and complexity needed to ensure meaningful academic growth

Our school offerings include: 

Beyond the Bell clubs, Latinos in Action, Acceleration Plans- Honors Math (5th-8th grade), Engineering (Project Lead the Way for 6th-8th), Problem Based Learning Model, Innovation & Design Mindset

Differentiated Learning Pathways:  “The Roadmap”

Provides an education at the appropriate level of readiness and challenge

Our school offerings include: 

In order to understand students’ academic strengths and needs, we have a comprehensive assessment plan that includes: 

• Gifted & Talented universal screeners at 2nd grade (NNAT) and 6th grade (CogAT)

• Individual GT testing at the end of November (CogAT) for nominated students 

• MAP testing in reading and math (fall, winter, spring)

• CMAS state testing in reading and math

• District level reading testing (PALs)

This assessment data is routinely reviewed and used to differentiate our instruction through small groups, providing outside classroom experiences and acceleration opportunities. 

Individualized Opportunities & Enrichment:  “The Customized Options”

Actively engages and motivates through interests and meaningful learning opportunities

Our school offerings include: 

Beyond the Bell clubs, Latinos in Action, Acceleration Plans- Honors Math (5th-8th grade), Engineering (Project Lead the Way for 6th-8th), Problem Based Learning Model, Innovation & Design Mindset, Industry partners collaborate with students with promising ideas/projects

Social-Emotional Learning:  “The Destination”

Focuses on developing the whole child by balancing empowerment and accountability

Our school offerings include:

• Tier 1- For every student- Social Emotional Learning instruction 

  • K-4th grade use the following curricula: Second Step & Zones of regulation

  • 5th-8th grade use the following curriculum: Owning Up

• Tier 2- For smaller groups of students

  • Small groups meet with our mental health providers to work on social emotional skills (Based on teacher or parent recommendation).

• Tier 3- For individual students

  • Individualized behavior plans collaboratively created with teacher, student, mental health provider and families.

  • Individual counseling with school counselor 

  • Referrals to Community Reach therapist