Intellectually Gifted Child Find 290-8-9-.12
Gifted. (1) Definition. Intellectually gifted children and youth are those who perform or who have demonstrated the potential to perform at high levels in academic or creative fields when compared with others of their age, experience, or environment. These children and youth require services not ordinarily provided by the regular school program. Children and youth possessing these abilities can be found in all populations, across all economic strata, and in all areas of human endeavor. These students require services not ordinarily provided by the regular school program. Students possessing these abilities can be found in all populations across all economic strata, and in all areas of human endeavor. A student may be referred by teachers, counselors, administrators, parents or guardians, peers, self, or any other individuals with knowledge of the student’s abilities. Additionally, all second grade students will be observed as potential gifted referrals using a gifted behavior checklist. For each student referred, information is gathered in the following three areas: Aptitude. Assessed though an individual or group test of intelligence or creativity. Characteristics. A behavior rating scale designed to assess gifted behaviors is completed by a classroom teacher. Performance. At least three indicators of performance at a gifted level such as achievement test scores, grades, products, work samples, and/or portfolios. The scores from the assessments/items used are entered on a matrix where points are assigned according to established criteria. The total number of points earned determines if the student qualifies for gifted services. For more information contact: Mrs. Julie Sconyers, Daleville City Schools, Director of Programs, 334-598-2456. Mrs. JuVonne McDuffie, Daleville City Schools, Gifted Education Specialist, 334-598-4466.