Seeking members for the Gifted Advisory Council

5/9/2022

The Department is accepting membership applications through June 17 from those interested in serving on the Gifted Advisory Council.

The Operating Standards for Identifying and Serving Students Who are Gifted (Ohio Administrative Code 3301-51-15) established the Gifted Advisory Council. The Council explores the development and implementation of state policies that affect identification, instruction, professional supports, leadership and funding for gifted education. The role of the council includes:

• Assisting in the development and updating of a Department-approved plan for gifted education in Ohio;
• Advising on policy recommendations;
• Serving as advisers in establishing criteria for review of proposals to implement innovative gifted services; and
• Establishing criteria for identifying and recognizing schools, districts and other educational providers. 

The Department is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for membership to the Gifted Advisory Council. Members will represent a variety of stakeholders from diverse regions of the state, including parents, general and gifted educators, administrators and others as determined by the superintendent of public instruction.

Membership on the Gifted Advisory Council is a two-year term, however, there are no term limits and current members can reapply. The Gifted Advisory Council meets a minimum of four times per year. Meetings are in person and held at the Department or other locations around central Ohio. Applicants should plan for release time from job responsibilities for each meeting.

Committee members serve without compensation. However, they will receive reimbursement at state rates for travel, meals, overnight accommodations and substitute teacher expenses. For more information, see the Gifted Advisory Council webpage.

Interested applicants should complete this application by June 17. After completing the application, Department staff will review the information. Applicants selected for membership will receive notification of appointment in writing and an invitation to the next council meeting.

Direct questions about the Gifted Advisory Council, membership or the application process to Beth Arledge.