Gifted Education
In Bibb County, all students are screened for possible referral for gifted education services each year. Teachers observe students looking for the typical traits, attitudes and behaviors (TABS) of a gifted child as well as review achievement test scores, grades, and special recognitions and awards received by students. Students demonstrating exceptional performance are referred to the school eligibility team for further consideration. Students may also be referred to the school eligibility team for consideration by parents or they may refer themselves.
Elementary students who do qualify for the gifted education program will attend a class one day a week either in their home school or at another school that has been designated as a center. Middle school and high school students who qualify for the gifted program are able to choose from an array of content-based classes according to their strengths and interests. All courses of study are appropriately modified in content, teaching strategies, and expectations of student mastery to be appropriate for gifted learners. Problem solving, critical thinking, abstract thinking, organization and research are stressed in all areas of learning. For further information contact the Office of Gifted Education at 765-8597.
In order to qualify for gifted education services in the State of Georgia, a student must show exceptional performance in the areas of mental ability, achievement, creativity and motivation.
Exceptional achievement in these areas must be demonstrated on tests, and/or shown in outstanding products and/or academic and artistic performance.
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