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Advanced Learning director outlines AIG services, funding cap and testing responsibilities
Summary
Dr. Abernathy briefed the board on the academically/intellectually gifted (AIG) program size, funding limits, screening pathways and testing/assessment responsibilities managed by the department.
Dr. Abernathy presented an overview of the Testing and Accountability and Advanced Learning departments, including how AIG services are identified and funded.
She told the board the district’s total enrollment is about 11,077 students (per the most recent PMR) and that the AIG department serves 2,174 students K–12, about 19.6% of enrollment. She noted the state funds AIG at a capped 4% and that the district’s actual AIG population exceeds the funded cap, meaning the district supplements services with local funds and grants; she…
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