2019-2020 Talented and Gifted Referral Information

RRISD Department of Gifted and Advanced Academic Services Goal

To design a quality education for all students and support the unique needs of gifted learners.

State Goal for Gifted Education

Students who participate in services designed for gifted/talented students will demonstrate skills in
self-directed learning, thinking, research, and communication as evidenced by the development of
innovative products and performances that reflect individuality and creativity and are advanced in relation
to students of similar age,experience, or environment. High school graduates who have participated in
services for gifted/talented students will have produced products and performances of professional quality
as part of their program services.

The Assessment Process

● The state requires annual testing be allowed and a minimum of 3 assessments including quantitative 
and qualitative data.  
● We use a combination of nationally normed standardized tests for ability, reasoning and 
achievement, as well as anecdotal data from teachers and/or parents.  
● Additional data is collected as needed and at the discretion of the Campus Screening and Placement 
Committee. 
● One assessment is non-verbal (with no language) and the others can be offered in English or 
Spanish. 
● Placement decisions are made at the campus level through a holistic case study approach by the 
Campus Screening and Placement Committee. 

Timeline and Checklist 

1. Determine whether testing for gifted services is right for your child.  
2. If you would like to refer your child for testing, fill out the online form 
https://forms.gle/D8oJeN6PH2aae4BNA Please visit our website for more information regarding 
gifted services and the identification process and procedure: 
https://teachlearn.roundrockisd.org/gifted-and-advanced-academic-services/tag/ (Forms available 
11/11/19-12/06/19). 
3. At the end of the online form, you are required to print the Permission to Test form (also page 2 
here). This hard copy must be turned into your student’s campus by Dec. 6, 2019. 
4. The online form must be completed online AND the Permission to Test form (hard copy) must be 
completed and turned into the campus by Dec. 6, 2019 by 4:00 p.m, 
5. Note: If you do not have the ability to fill out the online form due to internet access or you need a 
Spanish form, please speak with the TAG specialist (elementary) or TAG Counselor (secondary) to 
acquire a paper form as soon as possible.   
6. Testing will begin in mid-January and will be complete by the end of February. Those who need 
additional assessments for subject areas will continue testing in March. You will be notified of specific 
testing windows by your campus.  
7. Notification of committee decisions will be made no later than March 2 for initial placement. 
 

Permission to Test for Talented and Gifted Services 

This form due to campuses by Dec. 6, 2019 

My child, ____________________________, has my permission to be given the assessments

that are necessary for the decisions about placement for gifted services available through Round
Rock ISD. My signature also verifies that I have filled out the online referral form (or have made
arrangements with the campus to do so). I have also reviewed the information in this TAG
Referral Packet and understand that both the online referral form and a hard copy of this
permission to test must be completed and submitted.

Name of Parent/Guardian (print) _____________________________________

Signature of Parent/Guardian _______________________________________

School ________________________________ Homeroom Teacher (Elementary only) ______________________

Date ______________________________________

Round Rock ISD is an equal opportunity employer and provides educa onal programs and services which do not
discriminate on the basis of age, na onal origin, race, color, religion, disability, or against any other legally protected
group. Complaints should be addressed to the RRISD Legal Services Department.
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