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Board approves Cave Creek Unified gifted program; district outlines CogAT testing and pullout model
Summary
The governing board approved the district's gifted programming after a presentation explaining identification by CogAT, teacher training, and the current pullout service model for grades 3-5 (3-6 this year). The presenter said the program has grown from near nonexistence three years ago and now serves about 77 students slated for next year.
The Cave Creek Unified School District governing board on April 8 approved the district's gifted programming after a staff presentation describing identification, service delivery and teacher training.
Why it matters: Approval affirms the district's annual monitoring step with the Arizona Department of Education and signals continued support for identification and services for advanced learners across elementary and secondary schools.
Dr. Jensen (presenter) told the board that Arizona law requires districts to identify gifted learners and provide appropriate educational services; the district uses the CogAT (Cognitive Abilities Test) for blanket screening in second grade and…
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