FAQs
 

How will I know if my child is receiving gifted programming on a regular basis?
Ask yourself, Is my child being asked to synthesize information? Is he/she being asked to make evaluative judgments based on his/her current knowledge? Conference with the teacher, refer to the report card and the biannual strategy report. Please note that not every assignment will be differentiated.

What do I do if I am unhappy with my childs gifted programming?
Request a meeting with the classroom teacher, appropriate support staff and principal (CST Collaborative Support Team) to discuss concerns and options.

Can I request my child be clustered with a particular student or placed with a specific teacher?
Generally, the district administration understands the value in clustering high ability students. However, many variables go into the decisions surrounding the make-up of a teachers classroom. Each district building has procedures they follow when designing classlists. Please refer to your childs student handbook and/or building administration for details.

Will my child be expected to do more work?
No, gifted students should not be penalized with more busy work. However, the complexity of the work itself may require more research, more writing, and more time spent on the assignment.

Will my child be pulled-out of the classroom for gifted work?
Generally no. However, flexible grouping or acceleration opportunities may require a student to be pulled from the typical scheduled day to take part in more appropriate activities.

What can I do if my child comes home and complains that he/she is bored?
The term bored can mean many things to many people. We often caution parents to make sure they understand what it is that their child means when he/she utilizes the term. It should be remembered that a child does not come to school merely to be entertained. Students have a responsibility to their own education, and stating they are bored may absolve them from their responsibility.