Gifted & Talented
Elementary Gifted & Talented Services
Each fall, nominated kindergarten through fifth grade students are assessed to determine whether they qualify for Gifted and Talented Services. Parent meetings are held in October to inform parents of the testing process, qualification requirements, and the G/T services available for identified gifted learners.
At the elementary level, identified gifted students meet together at least once a week to participate in learning opportunities with their grade level G/T specialist or classroom teacher. During this time with their G/T peers, students will study advanced content and develop independent projects with the support of the grade level G/T specialist. The curriculum for the projects will be from the Texas Performance Standards Project.
Teachers in New Caney ISD will also be providing classroom differentiation for students as needed in order to meet the needs of the individual student.
At the end of each project, G/T students will present their research and product at the campus Gifted and Talented Showcase. These projects will be assessed according to the rigorous standards established by the Texas Education Agency for gifted learner performance.
Middle School Gifted & Talented Services
New Caney ISD provides choices for all its students. Identified G/T learners at all four middle school campuses are served through Honors courses. Teachers of these courses will provide differentiated instruction to ensure the needs of the individual students are met.
Students will also be given the opportunity to study advanced content and develop independent projects with the support of the grade-level G/T specialist. The curriculum for the projects will be from the Texas Performance Standards Project.
High School Gifted & Talented Services
Identified G/T learners in grades 9-12 may choose from an array of instructional settings to meet their academic needs. Service options include being enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) , Dual Credit and/or OnRamps courses.