Gifted/Talented & Talent Explore
Austin ISD offers Gifted and Talented program services on all campuses. GT Advocates on each campus supports teachers, students, and families with resources and information. All campuses in Austin ISD offer Gifted and Talented identification and placement. Parents and caregivers can submit their child’s name to the Campus GT Advocate to be evaluated for Gifted and Talented services.
Secondary Campuses
Secondary GT services at Small Middle School include instruction by teachers who have completed GT training and the following option:
- Advanced/Pre-AP Courses, Advanced Placement (open enrollment)
- Magnet Programs (requires admission process)
- Advanced-level CTE courses
- Advanced-level Fine Arts Courses
- AVID
Enrichment & Extracurricular
Enrichment activities include opportunities that provide depth and complexity through exploration, extension, or elaboration. Extracurricular activities and organized events include opportunities outside of the traditional school day such as clubs, competitions, contests, mentorships, and internships. Campuses select which activities to offer.
Gifted and Talented at Small Middle School