Advanced Learning Plans (ALPs)

An Advanced Learning Plan, or ALP, is an individualized plan for students who are formally identified for gifted education services. An ALP describes each student’s strengths, challenges, needs, and goals. An ALP is a legal document. Its contents are required by the Exceptional Children’s Educational Act (ECEA) and state guidance.

ALPs are for students whose gifted education needs cannot be fully met through typical classroom instruction alone. They help schools focus on each student’s growth in their identified area(s) of giftedness. They also address the unique social and emotional needs of gifted learners.

Kindergarten through sixth grade: Teachers and counselors create ALPs. They gather information from families and students, along with school data, to set appropriate academic and social-emotional goals.

Seventh through twelfth grade: Students create their own ALPs. Teachers and counselors provide guidance and combine input from educators and families. This helps students set meaningful goals for their growth.

ALPs are updated at the beginning of each school year. Families of students with ALPs will receive general updates from Westgate Community School's Director of Gifted Education. They will also receive direct communication from their child’s teacher and/or counselor about the ALP. The Adams 12 Advanced Academics and Gifted Services (AAGS) department may share additional information throughout the year.