For the purpose of this Part, the term gifted pupils means those pupils who show evidence of high performance capability and exceptional potential in areas such as general intellectual ability, special academic aptitude and outstanding ability in visual and performing arts. Such definition shall include those pupils who require educational programs or services beyond those normally provided by the regular school program in order to realize their full potential.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 8 § 142.2