Missouri bill would add funding weight for gifted students; sponsors and advocates urge careful fiscal review HB 17-48 would add a 0.6 weighting to gifted pupil counts in the foundation formula to reflect added program costs; sponsor and witnesses supported funding but acknowledged the fiscal note (roughly $121 million) needs review and that implementation details (thresholds, timing) require further committee work.

A new Missouri bill could reshape funding for gifted students by introducing a crucial 0.6 multiplier, but experts warn that fiscal implications need careful scrutiny.

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Parkway School District evaluates gifted education and reading intervention programs Parkway School District conducts comprehensive reviews of gifted education and reading intervention initiatives.

The Parkway C-2 School District is revamping its gifted education program, ensuring that 1,700 talented students thrive with new opportunities and support.

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Idea Center honors students and staff at Lindbergh recognition ceremony Lindbergh School recognizes student achievements and outstanding staff contributions at Idea Center.

Lindbergh School's recent Board of Education Meeting showcased incredible achievements in gifted education, celebrating students and staff who are redefining excellence!

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