Gifted & Talented Programming
What Is Gifted?
Gifted children are those children who are so extraordinary or advanced in any one or more areas that they need special programming to meet their needs. Gifted students can be of any socio-economic, cultural, and racial group, and they can be gifted in many ways such as: academically, intellectually, musically, creatively, in visual or performing arts, and/or have exceptional leadership abilities. These learners are typically very curious, they learn quickly, and often have an excellent (and mature) sense of humor. Please read below for some helpful information for parents and students.
Douglas County School District
CogAT (Cognitive Abilities Test) will be given to all NSA sixth graders in November of 2024 and to all NSA second graders in February of 2025. Student who have already been identified as gifted learners will not take the CogAT again.
The following link explains the universal screening process: Universal Screen
Gifted Education Referral Form
Gifted Education Referral Form (Spanish)
DCSD Gifted Programming Website
Douglas County Association of Gifted and Talented (DCAGT)
Colorado Association of Gifted and Talented (CAGT)
National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)
Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG)
Colorado Department of Education - Gifted Information
Information about Early Access Process to Kindergarten/1st Grade