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Board approves AIG plan emphasizing inclusion model, differentiated supports and high‑school advanced coursework
Summary
The board approved the district’s AIG (Academically or Intellectually Gifted) plan, which relies on inclusion (push‑in) strategies at elementary and middle levels and course‑based advanced learning (honors/CCP/AP) at high school. A team of AIG specialists and coordinators were introduced to the board.
The board approved the Public Schools of Robeson County AIG plan, which the presentation described as built around inclusion for elementary and middle grades and course‑based advanced opportunities at the high school level.
Dr. Deborah Dallas and AIG staff described service delivery that includes push‑in supports, small‑group pullouts and Developmental and Education Plans (DEPs) for identified students. "In K–2, with our talent development, we do pull out. Sometimes in third grade, we do pull out. It depends on whether they're departmentalized or not... inclusion was when an AIG specialist pushes into the classroom," Dallas said.
At the high school level, staff said gifted students receive advanced instruction through honors, Advanced Placement and College and Career Promise (CCP) courses, with AIG staff serving in a consultative and monitoring role.
Board action and staff recognition: The board voted to approve the AIG plan and several AIG staff members and specialists were introduced at the meeting. Board members expressed support for the inclusion approach and asked that teachers continue to receive training for effective push‑in strategies.
No additional funding or policy changes were requested at the meeting; the plan will be implemented by the AIG team in collaboration with principals and classroom teachers.
