Arlington Public Schools is dedicated to maximizing the strengths and potential of all students so they may become self-confident, well-rounded, responsible, and productive citizens.
Gifted services are implemented through school-based and countywide activities, which comply with School Board and State objectives. The Office of Advanced Academics and Talent Development ensures that school-based services are delivered in the following ways:
- According to a collaborative resource model in which the classroom teacher works with the Advanced Academics Coach (AAC) to develop and present appropriately differentiated learning experiences for advanced learners within the general education classroom
- In the general education classroom setting with identified students cluster-grouped (minimum of 10) and through a variety of flexible groupings based on ongoing data
- With teachers who are specifically trained in instructional needs of and curriculum written for advanced and gifted learners
- Through curricula which are differentiated or extended from concepts in the general education curriculum, and when appropriate, through opportunities for enrichment and extension
The APS Advanced Academics and Talent Development Office is guided by the 2022-2027 APS Gifted Services Local Plan. We’ve developed presentations to support families and community members in their understanding of our service delivery model.
- Overview of Elementary Advanced Academics and Talent Development Service Delivery Model
- Overview of Middle Advanced Academics and Talent Development Service Delivery Model
- Overview of High Advanced Academics and Talent Development Service Delivery Model
Our Advanced Academics & Talent Development Advisory Committee (AATDAC) meets monthly and we are always looking for new members who want to learn more about how to support countywide services and advocate for the needs of advanced/gifted learners.