New Deal I.S.D
G.E.M.S.
Gifted and Talented Program
Philosophy

Program Goals

Program Objectives

Identification Process

Guidelines for Nominations

Screening

Guidelines for Screening

Guidelines for Selection

Appeals

Transfer and "Grand-fathered" Students

Furloughs and Reassessments

Exit Policy

Evaluation and Professional Development

Parent and Community Involovment

Program Design

Curriculum and Instruction

Texas Education Agency
Gifted and Talented Policies

More Information

Furlough

A furlough, or leave of absence, for any G.E.M.S. student may be requested at any time by the student, the parent(s), or teacher(s).  Furlough may be granted for any reason deemed appropriate by the Selection Committee.  The length of the furlough will be according to the purpose of the request.  The furlough form will be completed and sent to the student's parent(s)'  The student will be allowed to reenter the program at the end of the furlough period unless further assessment is deemed necessary.

 

Reassessment

Reassessment is not required for students who are participating in the G.E.M.S program.  Students who have been nominated and tested, but did not qualify may be nominated and qualified after one calendar year.

 


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