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Ferris Independent School District

GT Referral Process

The image is a referral announcement for a Gifted and Talented program, featuring a colorful background with various school-related icons and a form for parents to fill out to refer their child to the program.
The image appears to be a document or announcement regarding a program for gifted and talented students, with various colorful icons and shapes surrounding the text.

How Do I Refer a Student?

Referrals for the Gifted and Talented Program will be accepted beginning October 17, 2025. Any student in grades 1-12 is eligible to be referred by a teacher, parent, or community member. This process includes multiple and specific criteria as required by the Texas Education Agency. All referred students are screened, the scores are tallied on a matrix, and qualifying students are identified. 

  • Referral window opens at 8:00AM on Friday, October 7, 2025. 
  • Referral window closes at 3:00PM on Friday, November 14, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions