Gifted Policy

The Coweta County School System will provide services for all students who are eligible according to Georgia Rule 160-4-2-.38. The State of Georgia provides rules and regulations for the operation of gifted programs that require local boards of education to meet standards regarding notice, referrals, consent, eligibility, continuation, and reporting requirements. The Coweta County School System has adopted Board Policy IDDD and Administrative Regulation IDDD-R to guide the operation of the system’s gifted program.

Definition of a Gifted Student

A gifted student is defined as one who demonstrates a high degree of intellectual and/or creative ability(ies), exhibits an exceptionally high degree of motivation, and/or excels in specific academic fields, and who needs special instruction and/or special ancillary services to achieve at levels commensurate with his or her abilities. Students who meet the eligibility criteria in grades kindergarten through twelve in the Coweta County School System will be served in the gifted education program.