St. Monica Academically Gifted Enrichment (SAGE) program

Mission: The mission of the St. Monica Academically Gifted Enrichment (SAGE) program is to recognize the unique characteristics and academic needs of gifted and talented (G/T) learners and to nurture the development of these learners by providing programs and services to help meet their needs. 

Our Vision: We agree with the state's goal for G/T students - “to ensure that students who participate in G/T services demonstrate self-directed learning, thinking, research, and communication skills. G/T students develop innovative products and sophisticated performances that reflect individuality and creativity and are targeted to an audience outside the classroom”.

Identification Process

Assessments: All students in grades 2-5 are screened annually to be considered for St. Monica’s gifted program. Students who are identified during the first semester will begin services in January of the same school year.

Committee: The selection committee includes the SAGE Teacher, counselor, administrators, and general education teachers. 

Criteria: Students must meet the following criteria to qualify for the SAGE Program.

• CogAT Composite Score- 125 or higher

• MAP Reading and Math Score - 92 or higher

• Maintain a CogAT score of 120 or higher
• Maintain 80 or above on MAP reading and math

Students who do not maintain these criteria will receive a parent email and be given until the next testing period to meet the criteria.