Families from Bloomington and across the Twin Cities choose our Gifted and Talented programs for the opportunity to help highly academic and creatively gifted students continue to grow and be challenged.
More than simply differentiating curriculum, our programs are designed to enhance the unique capabilities of gifted children. Our programs include five major components:
- Integrated Curriculum
- Critical thinking and creative expression
- Social and emotional development and enhancement
- Family engagement and parent education
- Taught by Gifted Ed. Specialists and GT trained teachers
Our programs are classroom or cohort-based using rigorous, research-based curriculum and instruction. Programming begins in 2nd grade with multiple options through 10th grade.
In addition to our gifted programs, students in all grades benefit from differentiated teaching with options for advanced learning and enrichment opportunities supported by Gifted & Talented staff.
Learn about placement and enrollment
Open enrollment is available into all Bloomington gifted programs. We welcome qualified students from outside the Bloomington school district to be considered for any program level from grade 2 through 10.
Join us for an Information Session
Elementary programs
2025-26 Elements and Renaissance Information Session
Middle School programs
Dimensions Academy and Nobel
2025-26 Information Session
High School programs
Dimensions Academy HS Stem and Humanities
2025-26 Information Session
- : Parents can use SPARK for 10% off
Bloomington chapter contact:
Lisa Johnson
Program Review and Recommendations
In the spring of 2023 ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ partnered with an independent consultant to conduct a comprehensive review and assessment of our Gifted & Talented services.
Feedback
We welcome questions and feedback about the program recommendations.
Contact
Laura Willis
Director of Gifted Programs & Services
952-681-6494
fax: 952-681-6497
lwillis1@isd271.org
Kelly Killorn
Elementary School Coordinator
952-681-6491
kkillorn@isd271.org
Jillian Chapman
Renaissance Coordinator
952-681-5529
jchapman1@isd271.org
Lisa Kiner
Middle School Coordinator
952-681-6655
lkiner@isd271.org
Erin Boltik, Ed. S.
High School Coordinator
952-681-6489
eboltik@isd271.org