Presenter: Giftedness can be subject-specific; parents encouraged to request referrals

A presenter said a common misconception about gifted-and-talented programs is that giftedness must be broad, and explained that many students show advanced ability in only one area. "There's a kind of common misconception about GT," the presenter said. "Some of our amazing PSG students are only gifted in 1 area."

The presenter said assessment and the referral process evaluate discrete skill areas and gave examples including math and writing. "They may be gifted in the math area or in the writing," the presenter said, adding that tests and referrals look at those specific areas.

The presenter encouraged parents to request evaluations when children display exceptional skills in a particular domain — for example, a first grader who spells at a fifth-grade level. "That is a great opportunity for them to refer the child," the presenter said. The presenter recommended referrals for reading or other subject-specific strengths.

The transcript does not identify the presenter by name, does not state what body or meeting this statement came from, and does not expand the acronym "PSG." No formal motions, votes, or other official actions are recorded in the provided transcript.