Parent Family & Student Engagement and Communication

The District 11 Gifted and Talented team values strong partnerships between schools, students, and families, recognizing that regular communication and collaboration are essential for a positive and successful educational experience. Gifted Resource Teachers (GRTs) serve students across all schools and are available as a resource at each school site.

Families are encouraged to stay involved by asking questions about their child’s programming, attending Parent/Teacher conferences, and volunteering in classrooms or on school and district committees. Parent/guardian and student participation is an important part of the Gifted Review process and in creating and monitoring ALP goals. Additionally, parents from each school are invited to join the Gifted and Talented Advisory Committee (GTAC).