St. Tammany Parish School Board Gifted Program How a Student is identified to receive services
What is the “Gifted” Program? Bulletin 1508 FAPE (free appropriate public education)
Who are “Gifted” students? Students who demonstrate abilities of high performance in academic and intellectual aptitude. Cognitive abilities (IQ) Math Reading
Eligibility Determination Parent or Teacher referral Screening by Student Assistance Team Evaluation by Pupil Appraisal Services
60 Business Days Notification from school IEP meeting scheduled Evaluation Process 60 Business Days Notification from school IEP meeting scheduled
IEP meeting Determination of services Transition PLACEMENT IEP meeting Determination of services Transition
Gifted Program Requirements Students MUST be classified as Gifted to be enrolled in a Gifted class Students may enroll in an Honors or AP class WITHOUT a Gifted classification
Questions? Contact your child’s school. Contact the Special Education Department at 898-3311.