Being gifted does not mean the student will automatically get good grades. Grades are only one part of the identification process in Pittsylvania County. While gifted students possess mental abilities beyond those of others the same age, they will still behave like their peers in most aspects. The gifted student needs the same kind of love and guidance all students need. Gifted individuals should not be expected to be gifted all of the time in all things.
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In conjunction with Danville Community College, dual enrollment courses in English, pre-calculus, and vocational classes are offered in all four county high schools. Identified gifted students in grades 4-7 are eligible to apply for admission to the Piedmont Regional Governor s School held each summer in Chatham, Virginia. Students in grades 10-11 are eligible to apply for admission to the year round Southside Governor s School for Global Economics and Technology. Identified gifted students in grades 10-11 are eligible to apply for admission to the summer state residential Governor s School. Identified gifted students in grades 8-10 are eligible to apply for participation in an Enrichment Program held each summer at Danville Community College.