Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Quest is the name of Carroll ISD's Program for Gifted and Talented Students.Back to Top
How do I know if my child qualifies for Quest?
Parents and teachers may nominate students. Nomination forms are available in the front office of the school and at the Administration Building during nomination periods. You may also obtain nomination forms from the Quest teacher. Simply complete the form, the parent questionnaire, and return both forms to the school office by deadline. After student testing and screening has been completed, parents are notified of the results. To insure timely notification, parents are encouraged to include a self-addressed stamped envelope with the nomination packet.Back to Top
What kind of tests will my child be given?
Students are assessed for verbal and nonverbal cognitive abilities, and achievement in reading and mathematics as measured by nationally normed standardized tests. A scaled evaluation from the classroom teacher is also required. A creativity assessment may be administered when appropriate. Grades 7-12 are assessed in writing.Back to Top
During the open nomination period, your child may be pulled from the classroom and administered an ability and/or achievement test. In grades two and four, some data may be obtained from standardized tests administered in the regular classroom during the school year. Additional tests are administered on designated Saturdays during the nomination period. You will be notified if Saturday testing is required.Back to Top
How do I recognize characteristics of giftedness in my child?
There are many varieties of giftedness, including but not limited to musical, artistic, and kinesthetic giftedness. The Quest Program is designed for academically gifted students. These students typically exhibit unusual inquistitiveness, creativity, memory, focus, and problem solving ability.Back to Top
What if my child was previously in a GT program in another district?
Provisional Placement is an opportunity for students previously identified GT in another district to enroll in Quest classes before the formal open nomination period. Parents should bring their child's prior placement records to the Quest teacher on campus. A district committee will review the records in terms of the criteria set for Quest and notify you of their decision.Back to Top
What does my child do in the Quest classroom?
Quest uses the Autonomous Learner Model for gifted and talented students, developed by Dr. George Betts. The students are challenged to be responsible for their own learning. The curriculum encompasses the four core areas, language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, and integrates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. Critical and creative and thinking are stressed. Inquiry, problem solving, problem-based learning and independent studies are encouraged. Classes typically meet once a week for up to two hours.Back to Top
Who should I contact for more information about Quest at OUES?
Call or email the Quest teacher, Ms. Parks 817-949-4649 parksc@cisdmail.comBack to Top