Gifted
Services
How are students identified?
Students can be identified as gifted through scores on group ability and achievement tests or through individual referrals. Ohio law refers to “giftedness” as including the following areas:
Cognitive Ability, Reading/Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, Science, Creative Thinking, Visual Arts, and Performing Arts.
How can I get further information about gifted identification or intervention services for gifted students?
The facilitators listed below, by building, assist with identification of and services for gifted students.
Group Testing
Students in grades 2-5 may be referred to participate in small group testing in
September, 2008. The testing will occur during the school day at each school.
Information and referral forms are available.
Elementary Facilitators:
Kay Wagner: Avery, Britton, Beacon, Hoffman Trails, J.W. Reason, Ridgewood, Scioto Darby, Washington
Dr. Marnie Morrison: Alton Darby, Brown, Darby Creek, Hilliard Crossing, Horizon, Norwich
Secondary Facilitators:
Kathy Beatty: Hilliard Station 6th
Sandy Stephens: Hilliard Tharp 6th
Pam Katko: Weaver M.S., Davidson H.S.
Saundra Sweeney: Memorial M.S., Heritage M.S., Darby H.S.
