Understanding Understanding the AIG the AIG

ProgramProgram

Understanding Understanding the AIG the AIG

ProgramProgram

Acceleration Challenge

HonorsInnovation Enrichment

VisionaryExcellence

PCS Parent/Guardian MeetingPCS Parent/Guardian Meeting

October 10, 2011October 10, 2011

Agenda• Introductions• Overview of 2010-2013 PCS AIG

Plan• Role of the AIG Coach• Services for AIG students• Question/Answer

Local Plan Development

• New AIG Standards from DPI• Self-assessment by AIG Coaches and

administrators• Input from AIG Advisory Board• Survey data from students, parents,

guardians, teachers, and administrators• Selected focus standards for 2010-2013

as basis for local plan

Program Design

Vision: We will facilitate the enrichment, extension, and acceleration of the curriculum for high-achieving and gifted learners.

Mission: To help students have more questions than answers and nurture a love of discovery. We encourage students to be a constant source of energy, to seek answers thereby creating lifelong learners.

Identification• Students are identified as gifted at the

beginning of fourth grade. • Students can also be identified

throughout 4th-12th grades.• If students demonstrate evidence of

giftedness in three of the four areas, they may be identified as AIG (Academically Intellectually Gifted).

• Additional testing for AIG placement will only be done once a year. (January-February)

Pender County Schools Identification Criteria for AIG ProgramTo be identified as Academically and Intellectually Gifted, a student must have evidence for support in at least three of the four categories.

Aptitude/Ability

*Achievement Performance Observation of Gifted

Characteristics-Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT)- Student must score at least 90th percentile in area of identification (grade 3 only)-Otis-Lennon School Ability Test (OLSAT)- Student must score at least 90th percentile in area of identification (grades 3-12)-Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test- 2nd Ed. (NNAT2)- Student must score at least 90th percentile (grades 3-12)

-Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS)- Student must score at least 90th percentile in area of identification (grades 3-8)-Iowa Test of Educational Development (ITED) Student must score at least 90th percentile in area of identification (grades 9-12)-CAT, TerraNova, Stanford 10, and FCAT scores will be considered for transfer students*

-EOG scores- Student must score at least 90th percentile in area of identification (grades 3-8)-EOC scores- Student must score at least 90th percentile in area of identification-GPA- 3.5 unweighted (grades 9-12)-Portfolio Samples-Grades- yearly average of 90 or above in the area of identification

-Renzulli Scale for Rating Behavioral Characteristics of Talented and Gifted Students (completed by AIG Coach, classroom teacher, or other school personnel)-Behavior Scale completed by parent/guardian-Interest Inventory/Interview completed by student

* Qualifying achievement tests must be nationally normed IQ Test- Scores of 130 or above will be considered for students who already receive services through the Exceptional Children’s program. Scores from IQ tests administered outside of the school setting will be reviewed by the AIG Coach during the screening process, but a score of 130 or above does not guarantee identification in the AIG Program.

The Role of the AIG Coach with Classroom Teachers (Elem/MS)

• Assist with vertical alignment• Assist with data analysis• Assist with curriculum pacing• Collaborate on differentiated instruction• Co-teaching and model lessons  • Develop instructional resources for

enrichment activities, projects, and instruction

• **Schedules of AIG Coaches

The Role of the AIG CoachThe Role of the AIG Coachat the High School levelat the High School level

The Role of the AIG CoachThe Role of the AIG Coachat the High School levelat the High School level

• Serves as advocate for AIG HS students• Works with counselors to monitor AIG student course selection assuring

they are on a gifted track with Honors and Advanced Placement courses and in accordance with their ADEP (meetings annually)

• Works with Honors/Advanced Placement teachers to implement the AIG local plan in assigned schools (THS, PHS, and HTHS)

• Collaborates with teachers to implement differentiation• Provides resources and strategies for Honors and Advanced Placement

teachers• Assist with data analysis • Works with AIG students to maintain folders and documentation for

college scholarships and future goals• Supports the social/emotional needs of the AIG students• Work with Chambers of Commerce to obtain scholarship dollars for

students• Attends regional meetings and state conferences to maintain accurate

trends in advancing Academically Gifted education.• Coordinates Governors School in conjunction with the secondary director

• Disseminates information to all stakeholders regarding the AIG program

Service OptionsNurturing Services (available in grades K-12)• Students who show strong academic performance in

grades K-12 may receive nurturing services although they have not been identified as AIG. The purpose of these services is to nurture their potential and support their academic success.

Collaborative Services (available in grades 4-8)• Students are cluster grouped with AIG and other high

performing students. The AIG Coach will work collaboratively with classroom teachers to plan differentiated instruction and critical thinking activities.

Consultative Services (available in grades 4-8)• Students may not be cluster grouped with AIG and other

high performing students but will still receive services from the AIG Coach. These services will be based on the student’s needs.

Services for High School Students (available in grades 9-12)• AIG students will receive differentiated instruction

through Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) classes. AIG students will also receive consultative services and academic counseling from the AIG Coach.

High School Courses Offered in Middle

School

•Algebra•Algebra II•Earth and Environmental Science•World History•English I •Spanish 1 & 2•French 1 & 2

AIG Local Plan 2010-2013•View the plan online http://www.pendercountyschools.net/departments/instructional_support_services/aig/p_c_s_local_a_i_g_plan_2010-2013/ •See the AIG Coach at your school to view a copy

Got questions?

Email the AIG Coach at your school with any questions that you may

have about the AIG program.HTHS/PHS: karen_burton@pender.k12.nc.usPECHS/BMS/PLES:brandus_britt@pender.k12.nc.usRPP/CFES/BES: katherine_kochakji@pender.k12.nc.usMCE/CFMS/WPMS:shauna_lennon@pender.k12.nc.us

ADEP SigningAt this time, please meet with your

appropriate AIG Coach To sign your child’s ADEP

(High School ADEP’s will be signed in individual conferences with

students)

Thank you for attending