A question I often hear from parents is, "How does my child get placed into the AIG program? Here is a general overview of the process as well as a list of the identification criteria required for placement.
Step 1
The student is formally nominated for the program. A nomination usually comes from the classroom teacher but can also come from parents or even the student themselves. Once the gifted specialist receives the nomination form, then a Permission to Evaluate form is sent home for parent to sign.
Step 2
Parent must sign a Permission to Evaluate consent form giving the gifted specialist the right to view the student's cumulative folder and administer any required tests.
Step 3
Upon receiving the Permission to Evaluate form the gifted specialist will complete an AIG Eligibility Form which lists the student's classroom grades, EOG scores, and aptitude test scores.
If necessary, other aptitude and/or achievement tests will be administered to the student. After all testing is completed, the school-based SCALE team makes a decision regarding placement/service based on the following criteria.
Step 4
In order to be placed in AIG, students must meet the following criteria: