Nominations are solicited from teachers, principals, counselors, parents, and even self-nominations from secondary students. Students must meet specific objective and subjective criteria. Final placement into the EXPO program is determined by a committee on each campus, consisting of an administrator, counselor, and teachers. Denton ISD has provided an appeals process should a parent or advocate disagree with the committee's decision. After this decision, the parent or advocate may complete an Appeals Request.
Students study content in depth and pursue topics of interest.
A variety of activities are available to accommodated different learning styles. The designated EXPO counselor at each high school will assist identified students with course planning and dual credit enrollment. Some high school students may also qualify to attend the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Sciences, which is located on the University of North Texas campus. The Department of Special Education may serve students with disabilities from age 3 through age 21. Students with visual or auditory impairments may receive services from birth through 21 years of age.