TPS.GTGuidebook.pdf

Thompson Public Schools' Gifted and Talented Guidebook outlines the district's mission, vision, and procedures for identifying and supporting gifted and talented students. The district adheres to Connecticut state laws, which require identification of gifted and talented children and provide guidelines for their education. Key points include:

The district's mission is to ensure every student is prepared for success in life, and its vision is to be the highest performing public school system in Northeast Connecticut.
The Pupil Services Department's mission is to provide academic, emotional, and related service programming for students with special needs, and its vision is to provide an inclusive education environment.
The purpose of Gifted and Talented Education is to identify and nourish students' specific talents and abilities, provide an appropriate education, and challenge them with educational programming that meets their academic and intellectual needs.
Connecticut state law requires identification of gifted and talented children, and the district follows state regulations for identification, referral, and evaluation.
The Planning and Placement Team (PPT) is responsible for reviewing referrals, evaluating students, and determining eligibility for gifted and talented services.
Parents must be notified in writing of referrals, evaluations, and eligibility determinations, and may challenge the PPT's decisions through due process.