Gifted and Advanced Academics Program Description
Rockwall Independent School District recognizes the individual differences in abilities, needs and interests of the school population it serves. A sound instructional program for Rockwall ISD students includes provisions for gifted and talented learners. These students can benefit from instruction that develops and challenges their unique capabilities in an atmosphere that fosters creativity and productivity.  Recognizing that gifted students possess distinct characteristics and needs, Rockwall Independent School District commits itself to provide a quality, optimal educational experience for each gifted and talented student.

Programs Offered By RISD

• SAGE Selected Academically Gauged Education (Grades K - 6)
• TAG Talented and Gifted: GT Pre-AP English (Grades 7 - 8)
• Pre-Advanced Placement (Pre-AP) and Advanced Placement (AP)       (Grades 6 - 12)

 How do I know if my child is “gifted” or bright?
Bright Child vs. Gifted Child

GT Testing Schedule and Guidelines
Students are tested for the gifted and talented program according to the following guidelines:

• Currently enrolled students at the elementary level are able to be referred for testing throughout the year.
• Referred kindergarten students are tested in January and begin services prior to March 1st.
• Secondary students should see their counselor for testing information.
• Students previously identified as gifted in another school district shall be retested within thirty (30) days of enrollment in Rockwall ISD.
• Students who did not qualify when tested in Rockwall ISD for the gifted program must wait one year before retesting for the program.

Pre-Advanced Placement (Pre-AP) and Advanced Placement (AP) (Grades 6 - 12) courses have open enrollment.

Still have questions?
District Contacts:
Amanda Christian -- GT (Elementary)
achristian@rockwallisd.org
972-771-0605

Sarah Cook -- Advanced Academics (Secondary)
scook@rockwallisd.org
972-771-0605