Gifted and Talented-Blanco ISD

Blanco ISD Goal for Services for Gifted/Talented Students:

We believe Gifted and Talented (GT) students possess the potential for self-directed learning, thinking, research, and communication, as evidenced by innovative products and performances reflecting individuality, creativity, and intellectual ability more advanced than the majority of students of the same age or grade. 

Therefore, we will endeavor to provide services to develop their potential. 

Identification & Assessment Process:

To be considered for potential placement in gifted services, a student must be referred for testing. A referral can be completed by a parent, teacher, counselor, administrator, or student. Once a referral is submitted, students go through the screening and placement process, which includes both quantitative and qualitative assessments.  

Program Design

Blanco ISD offers a flexible system of viable program options throughout the district that provides a learning continuum and reinforces the strengths, needs, and interests of gifted and talented students. The district offers an array of learning opportunities that are commensurate with the abilities of gifted/talented students and that emphasize content in the four (4) core academic areas (English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies). Teachers responsible for the delivery of services will have a thirty (30) hour foundation training as well as six (6) hour annual updates. 

• Services will be available during the school day throughout the entire school year.
• Program options will enable students to work together as a group, collaborate with other students, and work independently, all of which are direct results of GT program services.
• Flexible grouping patterns and pacing will be employed to meet the needs of gifted and talented students.
• Local Board policies are developed that are consistent with State Board of Education rules on credit by examination and early high school graduation opportunities. 
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