District research record · NCES 2400690
Wicomico County Public Schools
Official local source reviewed. This page separates confirmed evidence from details families still need to verify directly with the district.
What the evidence confirms
Accelerated Learning Programs: Magnet and T.A.D.
Wicomico provides project-based, differentiated programs for academically gifted and high-performing learners.
How services work: The countywide elementary Magnet Program at North Salisbury serves qualifying students in grades 3–5, while Thinking and Doing (T.A.D.) provides project-based gifted instruction across grades 3–8.
How students are identified: The district identifies academically gifted students through its published criteria; CogAT qualification is available for nonpublic students entering grades 3–5, and Primary Talent Development evidence begins in grade 2.
- Grades or coverage
- Grades 3–8; elementary magnet grades 3–5
- Evidence level
- Official local source reviewed
- Source authority
- School district
- Last reviewed
- September 4, 2026
State context
Maryland gifted and talented education requirements
Maryland requires universal screening no later than grade 3, additional identification in grades 3–5 and 6–9, and differentiated services during the regular school day.
For families: Every Maryland system must publish an equitable identification process, identify a significant number in every school and at least 10% systemwide, and provide services that accelerate, extend, or enrich instruction.
Geographic relationships
County served
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