Each year schools in St. Vrain Valley School District complete a process to identify students in
grades K-12 who demonstrate exceptional ability or performance in one or more academic areas
and may therefore qualify for Gifted/Talented educational services. These students perform at
least two years above grade level in their strength area(s) and require additional academic
challenges in order to support their continued educational growth and progress. In addition, they
usually demonstrate characteristics of unique creativity and high motivation in their strength
areas.

The search for gifted/talented students begins with an opportunity for parents and/or teachers to
refer students for review. Once referrals are received, a team of educators review student state
testing data, standardized test scores, rating scales and other school data to determine student
eligibility.

If you believe that your child qualifies and would benefit from district Gifted/Talented services,
please pick up a nomination form from your school office, or contact your school’s
Gifted/Talented resource teacher or liaison. The high school liaison is Brand Deming and
middle school liaison is Cynthia Renwick. The deadline to sign up is October 8th.