Center for Gifted Studies
Center for Gifted Studies (Grades 3–8)
The Center for Gifted Studies provides a learning environment exclusively for gifted students in designated elementary and middle school classrooms. Students receive advanced instruction from teachers specially trained in gifted education, allowing them to learn alongside peers with similar abilities and interests. Following gifted eligibility determination, the Educational Plan team may recommend placement in a Center for Gifted Studies program.
Centers for Gifted Studies are offered at:
Deer Park Elementary School
Oakstead Elementary School
Wesley Chapel Elementary School
Charles S. Rushe Middle School
Seven Springs Middle School
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School
All students are welcome to apply to the school of their choice. Students applying to schools or programs within their designated pathway will receive enrollment preference in the lottery process, in accordance with the Pasco County Schools Controlled Open Enrollment Plan.
Gifted Inclusion Services (Elementary and Middle Schools)
To identify what service model your student’s school offers, reference the Gifted Services by School document.
Zoned elementary and middle school Center for Gifted Studies schools are determined based on a student’s zoned middle school. All students interested must apply to the Center for Gifted Studies by utilizing the Pasco Pathways School Choice Application.
Gifted Consultation Services (High School)
At the high school level, Gifted Resource Teachers work collaboratively with students, teachers, and support staff to provide academic and social behavior support based on individual student needs. These services help ensure gifted learners continue to be challenged and supported throughout their educational journey.
Additional Gifted Service Options
Pasco County Schools offers specialized gifted services designed to meet the unique academic and social needs of gifted learners.
To identify what service model your student’s school offers, reference the Gifted Services by School document.
Zoned elementary and middle school Center for Gifted Studies schools are determined based on a student’s zoned middle school. All students interested must apply to the Center for Gifted Studies by utilizing the Pasco Pathways School Choice Application.
Visit our Pasco Pathways page to find application information and view more helpful resources.
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