GT (Gifted and Talented)
What it means
A broad label for students identified under local criteria as having advanced abilities or potential and for programs intended to meet those learning needs. Definitions, identification methods, services, and use of the label vary substantially by jurisdiction.
Term details
Category: education
Regional use: us, general
Last source check: July 28, 2026
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