What is EGATE Designation?

Heather Hills Elementary School has been recognized by the Maryland State Advisory Council on Gifted and Talented Education as an Excellence in Gifted Education (EGATE) School. Our TAG Center Program has been awarded EGATE status and will serve as an exemplar for other schools with gifted learners. The award requires schools to document how their program aligns with the Maryland Criteria for Excellence: Gifted and Talented Education Program Guidelines. Qualifying schools are required to meet 18 out of the 21 objectives from four program components: Identification of Students, Curriculum and Instruction, Professionally Qualified Teachers and Professional Development, and Program Management and Evaluation.

Heather Hills EGATE Certified

Schools must reapply for EGATE certification every 5 years.

Certification Years

2019 - 2025
2012 - 2018

For more information go to the Maryland State Department of Education: Gifted and Talented Education.