Riverview Gifted and Talented Program Philosophy
The gifted and talented program is built on a fundamental belief in serving the needs of all our students as unique individuals. We believe that gifted and talented individuals have special characteristics. Potential for accomplishment is such that they require special provisions, experiences, and services not provided in the regular instructional program.
We are committed to provide a program for identifying and meeting the needs and interests of our gifted and talented students. The identification and placement of these gifted and talented students will be based on documented objective and subjective evidence which shall include above average intellectual ability, creative ability, skills, products, and task commitment/motivation.
Gifted and talented students are outstanding consumers and producers of knowledge and ideas in any worthwhile endeavor. They may have potential abilities in general intelligence, creative or productive thinking, exceptional leadership, and specific aptitudes. These abilities must be cultivated, nurtured, and developed.
Who are the Gifted?
What makes my child “gifted and talented”? As a parent, you may have wondered why your child was chosen for the Gifted and Talented program at Riverview School District.
The state of Arkansas has defined gifted children as “those children and youth of high potential or ability whose learning characteristics and educational needs require qualitatively differentiated educational experiences and/or services. The possession of these talents and gifts, or the potential for their development, will be evidenced through an interaction of above average intellectual ability, task commitment and/or motivation, and creative ability.”
The Riverview School District is committed to an educational program that recognizes the unique value, needs and talents of the gifted and talented student. Our program is designed to provide appropriate stimulation for these students to reach a higher level while allowing them to function with their age peers during the majority of their school work. The ultimate goal of the program is to develop within the student a desire for excellence, creativity, and a sense of individual responsibility to the school, community and to a changing society.
Based on these guidelines, Riverview School District screens all students who have been referred for the program. Referrals can be made by anyone; teachers, parents, students, and/or community members. Screening includes some or all of the following: group tests of intelligence and achievement, creativity tests, teacher referrals, parent information, student data, and teacher and parent notations on traits and behaviors. A placement committee consisting of teachers, counselors, and/or principals select those students in need of differentiated and special programs to fully develop their exceptional abilities.
Goals for Gifted Education
What makes my child “gifted and talented”? As a parent, you may have wondered why your child was chosen for the Gifted and Talented program at Riverview School District.
The state of Arkansas has defined gifted children as “those children and youth of high potential or ability whose learning characteristics and educational needs require qualitatively differentiated educational experiences and/or services. The possession of these talents and gifts, or the potential for their development, will be evidenced through an interaction of above average intellectual ability, task commitment and/or motivation, and creative ability.”
The Riverview School District is committed to an educational program that recognizes the unique value, needs and talents of the gifted and talented student. Our program is designed to provide appropriate stimulation for these students to reach a higher level while allowing them to function with their age peers during the majority of their school work. The ultimate goal of the program is to develop within the student a desire for excellence, creativity, and a sense of individual responsibility to the school, community and to a changing society.
Based on these guidelines, Riverview School District screens all students who have been referred for the program. Referrals can be made by anyone; teachers, parents, students, and/or community members. Screening includes some or all of the following: group tests of intelligence and achievement, creativity tests, teacher referrals, parent information, student data, and teacher and parent notations on traits and behaviors. A placement committee consisting of teachers, counselors, and/or principals select those students in need of differentiated and special programs to fully develop their exceptional abilities.
Goals for Gifted Education
- To develop high-level thinking and creativity.
- To provide appropriate intellectual acceleration.
- To provide appropriate educational enrichment.
- To develop independence and self-direction.
- To assist with personal and social development.
- To promote leadership and independent thinkers.
Riverview School District GT Handbook
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