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New York


State Status: Red

Governor: David A. Paterson
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State Association: Advocacy for Gifted & Talented Education in New York (AGATE-NY)
State Definition of "gifted & talented": “As used in this article, the term ‘gifted pupils’ shall mean those pupils who show evidence of high performance capability and exceptional potential in areas such as general intellectual ability, special academic aptitude and outstanding ability in visual and performing arts. Such definition shall include those pupils who require educational programs or services beyond those normally provided by the regular school program in order to realize their full potential.”
(New York Education Law § 4452)

State Dept. of Ed. - Gifted and Talented: Mary C. Daley
State Superintendent: Richard P. Mills

Statistics

Dollars allocated for education (2004-2005): $38,621,058,000 (Estimate)
Dollars allocated for education (2005-2006): Unknown
Dollars allocated for Gifted and Talented programming (2004-2005): $15,000,000 (Estimate)
Dollars allocated for Gifted and Talented programming (2005-2006): Unknown
Dollars allocated for Gifted and Talented programming (2006-2007): Unknown
Number of schools offering International Baccalaureate programs (2006-2007): 47
Percentage of all students scoring a 3 or above on Advanced Placement exams (2005-2006): 22.7%
Percentage of all students scoring a 3 or above on Advanced Placement exams (2006-2007): 23.4%
Students enrolled in grades K-12 (2004-2005): 2,800,000 (Estimate)
Students enrolled in grades K-12 (2005-2006): Unknown
Students enrolled in grades K-12 (2006-2007): 3,155,000
Students identified as Gifted and Talented (2005-2006): Unknown
Students identified as Gifted and Talented (2006-2007): Unknown
Students who have taken Advanced Placement exams in high school (2005-2006): 51,039
Students who have taken Advanced Placement exams in high school (2006-2007): 54,182

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Legislation & Funding

Are there colleges/universities in the state that offer courses and/or degrees in gifted education?
Yes Click here for a list of Gifted Education Degree Programs.
Does gifted education legislation exist?
Yes Chapter 740 of the Laws of 1982 and Article 90, Section 4452.c of Education Law
Does legislation provide for an education program matched to the student's abilities?
No
Does the legislation mandate that gifted students be served?
No Article 90, Section 4452.c of Education Law
Is identification of gifted students required by state law?
Yes Identification begins in kindergarten
Is there legislation that mandates specialized training in gifted education for teachers of gifted students?
Yes Statement of Continued Eligibility
Was there funding for gifted programs for the 2004 - 2005 school year?
Yes
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Information presented on this page was compiled from a variety of resources, including, but not limited to: The STATE of the States in Gifted Education, a report by the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC); state departments of education, state gifted associations, informational websites and other organizations. The Davidson Institute for Talent Development has not verified the accuracy of all information and does not warrant its accuracy or fitness of use for any purpose. Users should verify information prior to taking any action. Furthermore, the appearance of selected programs and/or resources does not imply an endorsement or affiliation. Programs and resources are highlighted for informational purposes only.