Discover Excellence in Gifted Education

At Toltec School District, we believe that gifted students are gifted all day, not just during designated service times. Our program is designed to meet the unique academic and affective needs of K–8 gifted learners by providing consistent, rigorous, and meaningful learning opportunities. We recognize that gifted students require curriculum modifications, differentiated instruction, and a learning environment that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and personal growth.

Toltec’s specialized GATE pull-out program offers a range of enriched and accelerated learning experiences that promote higher-level thinking, greater student expression, and challenging content beyond the core curriculum. We are committed to serving the whole child while ensuring equity, inclusion, and representation across all demographics.

Expert Educators

Our teachers are specially trained and either hold certification or are actively pursuing credentials in gifted education. They bring extensive expertise in differentiating instruction to meet the unique learning needs, strengths, and interests of gifted students, ensuring an engaging and challenging educational experience for every learner.

Comprehensive Services

From identification through their journey to 8th-grade graduation, we provide continuous support tailored to each student's unique gifts and needs.

Innovation Focus

We continuously evolve our programs to incorporate cutting-edge research and best practices in gifted education.

📘 Provide a Continuous K–8 Program

Ensure a coherent and challenging pathway that supports gifted learners from early elementary through middle school.

🚀 Differentiate Instruction

Adapt process, content, and products to meet the diverse learning styles and intellectual needs of gifted students.

👩‍🏫 Support Educators

Offer professional development for teachers, counselors, and administrators working with gifted and talented students.

💡 Inspire Critical & Creative Thinking

Promote higher-level thinking, creative problem-solving, and interdisciplinary exploration through Pullout services.

🤝 Partner with Families & Community

Collaborate with parents and the broader school community to create supportive environments where gifted learners thrive both academically and socially.

Assessment Data

Standardized test scores, achievement assessments, and cognitive ability measures

Teacher Recommendations

Professional observations of exceptional academic performance and learning characteristics

Parent Input

Family observations of learning behaviors, interests, and exceptional abilities at home