Gifted/Talented (G/T)
Gifted/Talented (G/T) Defined
State Definition of Gifted/Talented Student:
A gifted/talented student is a child or youth who performs at or shows the potential for performing at a remarkably high level of accomplishment when compared to others of the same age, experience, or environment and who:
(1) exhibits high performance capability in an intellectual, creative, or artistic area;
(2) possesses an unusual capacity for leadership; or
(3) excels in a specific academic field.
Texas Education Code §29.121
NZISD Definition of Gifted/Talented Student:
North Zulch ISD defines gifted and talented as any child or youth in grades K-12 who performs at, or shows the potential for performing at, a remarkably high level of accomplishment when compared to others of the same age, experience, or environment and who
(1) Exhibits high performance capability in general intellectual ability; or
(2) Excels in one or more specific academic fields: math, science, language arts, and/or social studies.
Goal for Services for G/T Students
State Goal for Services for G/T Students:
Students who participate in services designed for gifted students will demonstrate skills in self-directed learning, thinking, research, and communication as evidenced by the development of innovative products and performances that are advanced in relation to students of similar age, experience, or environment and reflect individuality and creativity. High school graduates who have participated in services for gifted students will have produced products and performances of professional quality as part of their program services.
-Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students
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Resources
NZISD Documents
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NZISD GT Policies & Procedures
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Public Announcement of G/T Nomination Period
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NZISD Goal for Services for G/T Students:
Students who participate in services designed for gifted students will demonstrate skills in self-directed learning, thinking, research, and communication as evidenced by the development of innovative products and performances that are advanced in relation to students of similar age, experience, or environment and that reflect individuality and creativity.
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NZISD Identification Timeline
