GT Referral Window Will Open Jan. 27-Feb. 10, 2023

Vidor ISD will begin the referral process for Gifted and Talented (G/T) services for the 2023-2024 school year for students currently enrolled in grades 1-11 in VISD. We are committed to providing challenging learning experiences for students with exceptional intellectual and creative thinking abilities.

GT Referral Form

Other Important Dates

GT Assessment Window for referred students – March 20th – April 6th 

GT Selection Committee Meetings – May 15th – 24th

Determination letters sent – June

Parent Orientation Session for newly identified GT students – July

GT Services Begin – August 9, 2023

VISD provides a G/T program to meet the unique needs of students identified as gifted. Identification is made according to state guidelines and district policy. The program provides curriculum which focuses on opportunities for high level learning, thinking, research and communication skills.

• GT Plan and Comprehensive Program Guide
• Adopted GT State Plan - En | Sp
• A Bright Child vs a Gifted Learner
  GT Referral Form

The open referral window opens during the spring semester. Anyone may refer a student for screening/assessment during this referral period. Late applications will not be accepted. For more information on the program, please contact Director of Curriculum, Heather Watson East at 951.8736 or hwatson@vidorisd.org.

GT Annual Board Update and Training
Presented by Heather Watson East, VISD Director of Curriculum
August 22, 2022

Click the image for the complete update and training resource