Rogue River School District

Do you know a student who exhibits the following traits?

• Has advanced oral and/or written language skills; expressive language
• Makes unique connections; understands systems; see the "big picture"
• Ask many questions; seek in-depth information
• Is resourceful at finding unique solutions
• Exhibits keen powers of observation; is highly sensitive and insightful
• Has intense and sustained interests; transfers learning to new situations
• Exhibits an early moral concern; is empathetic
• Is nonconforming; risk-taking; independent
• Has broad and varied interests; at times simultaneously
• Makes non traditional responses and/or products

That student may be identified as Talented & Gifted

Purpose: TAG serves students who, when compared with others of their age/grade level, require learning experiences beyond the standard curriculum. TAG programs seek to provide an educational experience at the student's rate and level of learning.

Referral: Students may be referred for TAG identification and testing by a teacher, parent, or they may refer themselves. In addition, they may be automatically identified through standardized state test scores.

Identification: Oregon students qualify for TAG when they are in the top 3% on any nationally normed test of achievement or aptitude and there is additional evidence suggesting high ability. A committee in each building identifies students for TAG. Parents have a right to appeal this decision.

Programs and Services: The curriculum and instruction provided to identified TAG students must address their accelerated rate of learning and their advanced level of learning as determined by assessments.