Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Gifted Education Aig topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Moore County outlines updates to Academically and Intellectually Gifted plan required under Article 9B
Summary
District curriculum leaders presented a revised AIG (Academically and Intellectually Gifted) plan required under Article 9B of state law and explained universal screening, four identification pathways, services and accountability measures; the plan must be submitted to the state by July 15.
Moore County Schools staff presented an updated Academically and Intellectually Gifted (AIG) plan May 5 that the district must submit to the state under Article 9B. Donna Gephardt and Diane Fay reviewed identification practices, service delivery and accountability steps the district proposes for the next three‑year plan cycle.
Identification and services: District staff said the plan retains universal screening in second and sixth grades, describes four pathways to identification (three test‑based paths requiring 90th percentile results and a non‑traditional pathway that uses scored performance tasks), and continues a requirement that identified students receive differentiated education plans. Donna explained that K–8 identified students receive 45 minutes per week of pull‑out services from AIG‑certified teachers in addition to differentiated instruction in core classrooms and that the district operates cluster grouping and talent‑development services for students who show potential for later identification.
High‑school supports and professional development: The plan describes high‑school facilitators who coordinate advanced course access and dual‑enrollment options with Sandhills Community College. The district stated it will expand professional development for cluster teachers and honors teachers so that daily differentiation is more consistent across schools.
Accountability and budget: Staff said state AIG funds under Article 9B pay for AIG teachers; Moore County currently employs 10 AIG teachers and high‑school facilitators. The plan describes data monitoring practices, a parent advisory council, procedures for reviewing disagreements, and the requirement to submit the plan to the state by July 15.
Why it matters: The AIG plan governs identification, services and accountability for advanced learners across the district and must comply with state law and guidance. Board members who reviewed the plan praised its clarity and attention to teacher training and program equity.
Next steps: Staff sought the board’s endorsement and said the district will finalize the written plan, incorporate advisory‑council feedback, and submit the final plan to the State Department of Public Instruction by the July 15 deadline.
