Northfield High School is committed to thoughtfully meeting the needs of all students, including its large population of gifted and talented (GT) learners. GT students experience a strong sense of belonging, where they are recognized, valued, and inspired to collaborate with teachers, peers, and families in fostering a culture of meaningful contribution.
The GT program supports student growth through tailored academic and social-emotional programs, alongside ongoing professional learning for teachers who guide and challenge gifted learners. Students are encouraged to develop their strengths as IB learners and apply their knowledge, creativity, and skills in ways that positively impact both our school and the wider community.
Within this program, students are empowered to engage with purpose and curiosity, building the skills, confidence, and resilience to make thoughtful contributions in academics, leadership, and community service.
Per state law, all gifted identification must be based on a body of evidence, which must include standardized assessments. The development of a body of evidence is an ongoing, thoughtful process and may take time to gather qualifying pieces of data.
Families with in-district or out of district students should reference the district’s testing information page for information on how to get your student tested or apply results of testing from outside the district.
Northfield’s GT program provides students with rigorous, challenging coursework designed to develop their strengths as IB learners. Key academic supports include:
GT students’ social-emotional needs are supported through coordinated efforts by the GT Coordinator, GT site team, counseling, and mental health staff. Supports include:
Northfield GT students have access to a wide range of enrichment experiences:
Our GT Committee members advise and support GT students and our teachers. Please reach out to one of them if you have any questions about GT at Northfield!