I believe gifted children need GT Center before 3rd grade and not just GT enrichment classes in 1st and 2nd grades.

I agree with Ms. Griggs that we should identify the gifted properly and not confuse the gifted with advanced learners. There is a difference and the GT Center should allow children who are gifted to learn with others like themselves so that they can appreciate their intellectual achievements. Therefore I like the GT Center as a concept. I don't think they should be in mixed classes. They will not get the attention they deserve.

I also believe like Mr. Nguyen that the country and the state of Virginia cannot afford not to push its gifted populations. These are students who can actively contribute to language arts, science and mathematics in the future.