Administrator of Gifted Program Montgomery County Public Schools, VA Christiansburg, Virginia, United States
Discovery provides all first graders with twice-monthly critical and creative thinking lessons to support equitable gifted identification by offering a common foundation for all learners.
Learning Objectives:
Equity in Access: The program provides all first-grade students with exposure to advanced content and thinking skills, creating a fair foundation for gifted identification.
Early Talent Development: By nurturing critical and creative thinking at a young age, the program supports the early recognition of potential in a wide range of learners, including those from underrepresented groups.
Alignment with Best Practices: The strategy reflects the NAGC standards by combining inclusive instruction with data-informed, unbiased identification practices to improve access to gifted services.
