ADE Director's Communication Memo Form


Memo Number : SI-04-006

Date Created : 09/15/2003

Attention:

Superintendents
Co-op Directors
other: G/T Administrators/Coordinators and G/T Supervisors

Type of Memo: Regulatory
Response Required: Yes
   
Section:   School Improvement and Professional Development - Ms. Janinne Riggs
Subject:
Program Approval for G/T Education

Regulatory Authority:
Ark. Code Ann. 6-42-109- (Repl. 1993)

Contact Person:
Ann M. Biggers

Phone Number:
501-682-4224

E-mail:
abiggers@arkedu.k12.ar.us

Included with this memorandum are forms and instructions for preparing the 2003-2004 Application for Program Approval for Gifted/Talented Education. The requested information provides a comprehensive description of gifted programs statewide, therefore, aiding the Arkansas Department of Education in assisting districts in providing appropriate and challenging educational opportunities for gifted/talented students throughout the state. This comprehensive description provides evidence verifying district compliance with state standards and assists the Office of Gifted/Talented in collecting information on education results, developments, and achievements in the field of gifted education in Arkansas.

The total packet must be completed and returned, as all requested information is necessary to provide adequate evidence for program approval. Gifted and Talented student demographics must be accurately reported on the APSCN October 15 Cycle 2 Report to complete program approval. One copy of the application should be sent to Ann M. Biggers, Administrator, Office of Gifted/Talented, #4 Capitol Mall, Room 203-B, Little Rock, AR 72201, on or before October 15, 2003. Be sure to retain a copy for district files.

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