Wellman-Union ISD is committed to serving the educational, psychological, and social needs of all students.  The district will strive to provide experiences that are consistent with the abilities and potential of the child.  Every student will be encouraged and challenged to surpass the essential learning objectives as abilities, interests, and life goals allow.

Wellman-Union ISD defines gifted and talented as any child or youth in grades K-12 who performs at, or shows the potential for performing at, a remarkably high level of accomplishment when compared to others of the same age, experience, or environment and who

1. Exhibits high performance capability in general intellectual and/or creative areas;
2. Excels in one or more specific academic fields: math, science, language arts, and/or social studies.

Referrals can originate from teachers, parents, or community members during the referral period.  Students are nominated with a formal referral sheet to be given to the School Counselor.  Written parent or guardian permission is required to screen/assess a student.  

Teacher or Community Nomination Form

Parent Recommendation Form

Parent Rating Scale for Academic and Intellectual Domain

Parent Rating Scale for Creative Domain

Parent Rating Scale for Leadership Domain

Gifted & Talented Handbook