Gifted and Talented Program
PCSST is committed to identifying and supporting gifted and talented students in grades K–12 through an equitable, ongoing identification process and a continuum of services designed to address students’ strengths, interests, and educational needs.
Identification and Eligibility
PCSST uses multiple measures to identify gifted and talented students. Measures may include:
- NJSLA and NJGPA
- PSAT and SAT
- Local benchmark assessments
- Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test for grades K–3
- CogAT Cognitive Abilities Test for grades 4–12
- Grades and GPA
- Teacher rating scales and observations
- Parent and teacher referrals
- Student performance data and work samples
- Portfolio assessment, when appropriate
Identification is ongoing throughout the school year. PCSST is committed to equitable access for all students, including Multilingual Learners, students with IEPs or 504 Plans, and twice-exceptional students.
Continuum of Services
PCSST provides Gifted and Talented services across grades K–12, both during and beyond the regular school day. Services may include:
- Differentiation within the general education classroom
- Push-in and pull-out Gifted and Talented support
- Project-based learning and enrichment
- Flexible grouping and advanced learning opportunities
- Independent and small-group projects
- After-school Gifted and Talented clubs and enrichment
- Academic competitions and specialized activities
- Advanced Placement and dual enrollment opportunities at the high school level
Services are matched to students’ identified strengths and learning needs and may vary by grade level.
Professional Learning
PCSST provides Gifted and Talented professional learning for teachers, educational services staff, and school leaders. Professional learning supports equitable identification, differentiation, enrichment and project-based learning, understanding the needs of gifted learners, and effective implementation of Gifted and Talented services.
Program Resources
Gifted and Talented Program Handbook
View the PCSST Gifted and Talented Handbook
Gifted and Talented Education Complaint Procedure
Individuals who believe PCSST has not complied with the requirements of the Strengthening Gifted and Talented Education Act may follow the complaint procedures established in the Board-approved Gifted and Talented Education Policy.
View the Board-Approved Gifted and Talented Policy and Complaint Procedure
Contact
For questions regarding Gifted and Talented identification, eligibility, or services, please contact:
Hurisa Guvercin
Director of Gifted and Talented Education
hurisa.guvercin@pcsst.org
973-247-0600, ext. 1158