PACE is PISD's program for the academically gifted and talented students in Grades K-12. Its emphasis is on general intellectual ability.

For additional information, visit PISD PACE website.

Identification of students is conducted not to label students but to determine which students require program alterations because of their unique educational needs.

Students are identified by both quantitative and qualitative measures. Selection decisions are based on multiple criteria: parent survey, teacher rating scale, aptitude test, achievement test scores, and a student product.

Parents, teachers, professional school staff, and students may refer those who exhibit gifted characteristics. Persons making nominations must complete the Referral Form and submit it to Aldridge's Gifted Specialist. If you are interested in referring your child for the gifted program, please see the grade level PACE team teacher or Courtney Watts for a referral packet. Referred students will be assessed at the home campus.