As mandated by the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students, students identified as gifted will receive specialized instruction to enable them to reach their fullest potential. Most teachers at Casis are certified G/T instructors and have received 30 hours of specialized training. Teachers complete six hours of additional study annually.
Students identified as gifted are clustered within a mixed-abilities classroom. All students are flexibly grouped within the classroom to meet their instructional needs. Teachers use a variety of strategies to challenge and enrich the learning of gifted students, including exploring subjects in greater depth, independent study, and fewer practice activities. A student must be nominated by a parent, teacher, or any staff member during the Fall nomination window. For more information, consult with your child’s classroom teacher, the campus GT advocates, or an administrator.
Gifted/Talented Screening Timeline
- August 20 - October 7: GT Referral Window
- September 23 - October 14: Nonverbal Universal Screener (2nd Grade Only)
- October 4 - November 3: Parent Observation & Permission to Test
- December 20: Parent Notification of Eligibility
- January 7: Newly Identified Students Begin Services
Please view the GT Parent Guide here, which gives general identification information, referral directions, timelines, FAQs, and more.
Visit AISD's Gifted & Talented page for more information.
