Intellectually Gifted Education Program
Mississippi mandates gifted education programs in grades 2–6 for students identified as intellectually gifted and publishes statewide program regulations, standards, and monitoring resources.
Research scope: This record confirms the statewide requirement or framework, not a locally named program. Applicability can differ for charter or special-purpose agencies; confirm the district's current services.
How services work: Local districts implement approved gifted programs under Mississippi regulations and program standards. Services outside the mandated grades, local program names, and schedules should be confirmed with the district.
How students are identified: Districts follow state regulations for referral, assessment, eligibility, and placement, including due-process protections and provisions for potentially underrepresented learners. Local referral calendars may differ.
- Grades
- State-mandated grades 2–6; other grades may vary
- Last reviewed
- September 5, 2026