State Education Resources
Alabama Gifted and Talented Information
http://www.alsde.edu/html/sections/documents.asp?section=65&sort;=5&footer;=sections
You can find state publications on policies/programs for the gifted and talented in Alabama at this special education site. Very little of the information on the site is designed for parents or student but state level contact information is listed, if you have questions.
Verified on: 05/28/2010 | State: Alabama | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Arizona Gifted Education
http://www.ade.az.gov/asd/gifted/
Use the Arizona Office of Gifted Education site to reach curriculum, resources, and other informational links for gifted and talented students.
Verified on: 04/19/2010 | State: Arizona | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Arkansas Governor’s School
The Governor's School is designed for Arkansas's gifted and talented seniors in high school. Learn more at the site through the overview.
Verified on: 05/28/2010 | State: Arkansas | Categories: Gifted & Talented
California Gifted and Talented Education (GATE)
This page links to information about California Gifted and Talented Education including the laws and regulations as well as program and outside resources.
Verified on: 03/18/2010 | State: California | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Colorado Gifted and Talented Web Site
http://www.cde.state.co.us/gt/index.htm
At the Colorado Gifted and Talented Web site you can review policy guidelines and resources for the program. Take advantage of the email listserv at the bottom of the page.
Verified on: 05/27/2010 | State: Colorado | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Connecticut Gifted and Talented Web Page
http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/cwp/view.asp?a=2618&q;=320852
Use this site to link to resources and publications for Connecticut gifted and talented students. Note the Directory of Programs towards the bottom of the page.
Verified on: 05/25/2010 | State: Connecticut | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Delaware Gifted and Talented Programs
http://www.doe.k12.de.us/programs/gifted/
From this Delaware page you can find the guidelines for the state gifted and talented programs. State contact information and resources are also listed.
Verified on: 05/27/2010 | State: Delaware | Categories: Gifted & Talented
District of Columbia Gifted and Talented Program
http://dcps.dc.gov/DCPS/About+DCPS/Office+Directory/Teaching+and+Learning
In the District of Columbia the Office of the Chief Academic Officer is responsible for Gifted and Talented program. There is not much information available at this site except contact information.
Verified on: 05/03/2010 | State: District of Columbia | Categories: Gifted & Talented
DoDEA Gifted Programs Web Site
http://www.dodea.edu/curriculum/giftedEduc.cfm
DoDEA Gifted Education Web site contains identification information, services, and resources. Use the tabs at the top to visit the sites.
Verified on: 05/03/2010 | State: DODEA | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Florida Gifted Education
http://www.fldoe.org/BII/Gifted_Ed/
Visit this page for information on gifted education in Florida including publications, a handbook for parents, and resources.
Verified on: 04/04/2010 | State: Florida | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Georgia Graduation Requirements
http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/ci_iap_gifted.aspx
Visit this site for information and a question and answer document on the Georgia Gifted Education program.Verified on: 04/02/2010 | State: Georgia | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Hawaii Gifted and Talented Web Site
http://gt.k12.hi.us/
This is the Hawaii Talented and Gifted Web site for information on distance learning options, advanced placement, and early admissions. Select your topic of interest from the menu at the left. Parents may wish to review The Program Guide for Gifted and Talented, using the link on this site.
Verified on: 03/31/2010 | State: Hawaii | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Idaho Gifted & Talented Web Page
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/gifted_talented/
This Idaho Gifted and Talented Web page has announcements, resources, and more. Be sure to scroll through the announcements.
Verified on: 05/29/2010 | State: Idaho | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Illinois Gifted and Talented State Resources
http://www.k12tlc.net/ilgt.htm#GEN
This Illinois Gifted and Talented Network and Resource Guide Web page links to school district resources and support organizations.
Verified on: 04/13/2010 | State: Illinois | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Indiana Gifted and Talented Education Web Page
http://ideanet.doe.state.in.us/exceptional/gt/welcome.html
Welcome to the Indiana High Ability Education page. Link to other resources and publications using the main menu at the right. Parents may want to begin with Publications/Resources and Programs/Services.
Verified on: 05/30/2010 | State: Indiana | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Iowa Gifted and Talented Education
http://www.iowa.gov/educate/index.php?option=com_content&view;=article&id;=1225&Itemid;=2108
This is the Iowa Advanced Learning site which contains the Gifted and Talented Education link. Note the link to information about AP courses and concurrent enrollment.
Verified on: 05/30/2010 | State: Iowa | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Kansas Gifted and Talented
http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=2585
Kansas Gifted Education Services are found under Special Education in this state. Look for the Advocacy Toolkit, guidance documents, resources, and news articles.
Verified on: 04/12/2010 | State: Kansas | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Kentucky Gifted and Talented Program
http://www.kde.state.ky.us/KDE/Instructional+Resources/Gifted+and+Talented/
Kentucky identifies students for Gifted and Talented programs beginning in fourth grade. Parents may find the answer to their questions about the program by using the "Frequently Asked Questions" links.
Verified on: 05/29/2010 | State: Kentucky | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Louisiana Gifted and Talented Program
http://www.doe.state.la.us/lde/eia/486.html
Reach information on characteristics, screening, and evaluation of students for the Louisiana Gifted and Talented program, as well as an overview of programs in the state. You can also link to program resources and contact information on the site.
Verified on: 04/16/2010 | State: Louisiana | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Maryland Gifted and Talented Education
http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/programs/giftedtalented/
This is the site for information on Maryland Gifted and Talented programs. Look for the links to other resources and the summer centers.
Verified on: 03/22/2010 | State: Maryland | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Massachusetts Academically Advanced Education
http://www.doe.mass.edu/FamComm/aae.html
Link here for a special report on Massachusetts initiatives for the Academically Advanced. You can also link to information on the Stanley Z. Koplik Certificate of Mastery award which qualifies graduating seniors for a tuition waiver at public universities, colleges, and junior colleges.
Verified on: 05/06/2010 | State: Massachusetts | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Michigan Talent Development
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-6530_30334_40100---,00.html
Information on gifted and talented programs are found under the Michigan Talent Development. See this page for services and links to resources.
Verified on: 05/31/2010 | State: Michigan | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Minnesota Gifted and Talented Services
http://education.state.mn.us/mde/Academic_Excellence/Gifted_and_Talented/index.html
This Minnesota page links to resources in the state that serve the needs of gifted and talented students. High school students may want to learn about the Minnesota Scholars of Distinction. The state level GT contact is also listed.
Verified on: 06/01/2010 | State: Minnesota | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Mississippi Gifted Education Programs Web Page
http://www.mde.k12.ms.us/ACAD/ID/Curriculum/Gifted/gifted.html
This Mississippi Gifted Education Web page gives program standards, resources, education outcomes, and links to the Mississippi Association of Gifted Children.
Verified on: 04/29/2010 | State: Mississippi | Categories: Gifted & Talented
Missouri Gifted Education Programs Web Page
http://dese.mo.gov/divimprove/gifted/index.html
Use the Missouri gifted programs Web page to link to information on state-assisted programs, Advanced Placement, the three special academies including the Missouri Scholars Academy, and other special opportunities for students.
Verified on: 04/16/2010 | State: Missouri | Categories: Gifted & Talented