N.Y. Education Law § 4451: Powers of the department with respect to gifted pupils

§ 4451. Powers of the department with respect to gifted pupils.

Subject to the availability of funds, the state education department is

hereby authorized and empowered to assist districts in meeting the

educational needs of gifted pupils through the following:

1. provide information to school districts concerning development of

programs, curriculum resources, instructional procedures and strategies

to identify and encourage gifted pupils;

2. provide technical assistance and inservice education for teachers

and administrators;

3. maintain a record of programs available, and make this record

available for public inspection;

4. develop, maintain, and distribute a handbook for parents of gifted

pupils.