Lincoln County Schools is committed to the development of lifelong learners, innovative problem solvers, and responsible contributing citizens in a global society.  Among our students are those who exhibit high academic performance, or who possess exceptional potential for outstanding achievement and leadership, as stated in the North Carolina definition of giftedness.  Because we believe giftedness is developed through intellectual challenge, we strive to nurture exceptional capabilities through academic rigor, leadership development, and service opportunities.  Lincoln County Schools will deliver a model of differentiated services that enhances and extends the regular education program for academically and intellectually gifted students from all racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds.

North Carolina General Statute N.C. G.S 115C-150.5-.8 (Article 9B)

Academically or intellectually gifted students perform or show the potential to perform at substantially high levels of accomplishment when compared with others of their age, experience, or environment.  Academically or intellectually gifted students exhibit high performance capability in intellectual areas, specific academic fields, or in both the intellectual areas and specific academic fields.  AIG students require differentiated educational services beyond those ordinarily provided by the regular educational program.  Outstanding abilities are present in students from all cultural groups, across all economic strata, and in all areas of human endeavor.

Below find a listing of AIG specialists and their contact information. Please reach out to the specialist at your student’s school if you would like a conference regarding gifted services.

If you are interested in being a parent representative on the AIG Advisory Group or if you have a topic for the group’s consideration, please email Kennan Eaddy, Director of Student Support Services.

If identified, students are placed in the service option most appropriate for their grade level and placement criteria. Service options may include, but are not limited to the following:

Additionally, based on the data from various assessments, students may be invited to join enrichment groups with an AIG specialist. This does not indicate placement into the AIG program. 

201 Jeb Seagle Drive

Lincolnton, NC 28092