Parent Information
Educational Programming for Identified
Academically Talented Students
Identification: The identification process is in compliance with the Ohio Department of Education guidelines and uses only nationally normed tests on the state-approved list. Subjective criteria are not used.
Referral: Students can be referred for assessment by parents, teachers, or students twice a year. Referral forms are available in the office of each school building or at the ESC website.
Screening: Students are screened in grade 2 using the CoGAT test of cognitive abilities and the MAPs for Primary Grades. Students are screened in grade 6 using the CoGAT test of cognitive abilities and the Iowa Achievement Test.
Assessment: Following screening, small group and individual assessment is provided for potentially gifted students by qualified personnel.
Assurances: The district meets the ODE requirements for evaluation of students who are culturally diverse, economically disadvantaged, students with physical and sensory disabilities and students who have limited English proficiency. The district identifies using only state approved tests which are administered by trained personnel.
Written Education Plans: Education plans are written for all students who are identified and served on a one-year basis.