Gifted & Talented

Our School’s GT Coordinator(s) Contact Information

Name(s):  Betty Sand
Email(s):  betty.sand@adams12.org

When is GT testing in my school?

Universal Screening: In Adams 12 Five Star Schools, 2nd and 6th graders who are not already identified GT participate in the Universal Screening process for potential gifted and talented identification. Find more detailed information regarding Universal Screening in the Five Star District.

Important dates for the Universal Screening process at our school:   NNAT Assessment will be given to all 2nd grade on Sept 19, 2019.

Parent/Staff/Student GT Recommendation: All students can participate in the GT identification process by submitting a complete body of evidence. Find more detailed information regarding the GT recommendation process in the Five Star District.

If you are interested in having your child be considered for the GT identification process you need to contact your GT Coordinator for school specific information.

Important dates for the GT Recommendation process at our school:

-All parent/teacher nomination forms due to Betty Sand by Nov. 1, 2019.

-CogAT assessement will be given to all nominated students on Nov. 19-20, 2019.

Gifted & Talented Program Offerings

Advanced Curriculum & Extended Learning:  “The Vehicle”
Provides the depth and complexity needed to ensure meaningful academic growth
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Differentiated Learning Pathways:  “The Roadmap”
Provides an education at the appropriate level of readiness and challenge
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Individualized Opportunities & Enrichment:  “The Customized Options”
Actively engages and motivates through interests and meaningful learning opportunities
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Social-Emotional Learning:  “The Destination”
Focuses on developing the whole child by balancing empowerment and accountability
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