Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) in CNUSD

The Corona-Norco Unified School District (CNUSD) offers an annual assessment to identify students who qualify for the Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program. Qualified students may participate in one of our GATE magnet classrooms at four district elementary schools, or they may receive GATE services within their home school classroom.

GATE services are offered in grades 3–6. Once a student is identified as GATE, that designation remains through middle and high school. However, formal GATE programs are available only during the elementary years. After sixth grade, all students—whether GATE-identified or not—have access to a full range of advanced academic opportunities. 

GATE Assessment Information

Each year, CNUSD identifies students for participation in the GATE program for the following school year.

2nd Grade Students

All 2nd grade students are automatically assessed for GATE each year. If you do not want your child to participate in GATE testing, please complete the opt-out form by the last Friday school day in October:

👉 Click here to OPT OUT of 2nd Grade GATE Assessment for 26-27 (held in 2025)

3rd–5th Grade Students

Students in grades 3–5 may be referred for GATE testing. Before requesting an assessment, we recommend discussing your child’s learning needs with their classroom teacher.

If you would like your child to be assessed, please complete the registration form below no later than the last Friday in October.

Testing is conducted online using your child’s district-issued device and will take place at school under teacher supervision.

👉 Click here to REGISTER a 3rd–5th Grade Student for GATE Assessment for 26-27 (held in 2025)

Note: Students who have already been identified as GATE do not need to retest.

Testing and Notification Timeline for the 2025 Assessment (for 26-27)

The GATE selection process includes a review of multiple data points, including results from the NNAT3 assessment.

Families of students who qualify will receive information about available GATE program options and a link for families to select their option.

Depending on the program selected, some students may need to change tracks or schools to participate.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact:

CONTACTS

Dr. Prewitt
Director, Educational Services - 951-736-5135
Email: [email protected]

Alma Anderson
Office Assistant, Educational Services - 951-736-5135
Email: [email protected]

LEARN MORE:
GATE Identification Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)