Programs for Academically/Intellectually Gifted Students
Programs are available in all Scotland County schools for gifted students needing differentiated services. At the elementary grade levels students are clustered into groups of four or more for regular classroom instruction, allowing the regular teacher opportunity to differentiate curricula. AIG students also receive 45 minutes of daily instruction in a content area by the AIG Lead Teacher. The content class will include Problem-Based Learning units each year. These units require that students use thinking and problem-solving skills to research and solve real world problems.
At the middle school grade levels students have similar opportunities. An additional option for eligible students at the middle school level is attending the Magnet Program at Spring Hill Middle School. The Magnet Program offers advanced differentiation in all content areas.
At the high school AIG students may enroll in Honors and Advanced Placement courses. Other options such as completing an independent study or dual enrollment at an institution of higher learning are also available.
In-service opportunities exist for all teachers who wish to explore ways to differentiate and/or pursue AIG certification.