I would think that a gifted coordinator would have at least a few hours of classes to get a gifted certification, but I wouldn't be at all suprised that a gifted teacher would have no gifted education. Still, even to get a gifted certification you don't need an in-depth education in giftedness. I'm sure 99% of us here know much more and have read much more than most gifted coordinators.
Of course, my DS's gifted teacher still can't spell DS's name correctly after almost a year (sigh). So, maybe I just don't have high expectations.
Perhaps you need to take advantage of the coordinator's ignorance and attempt to educate him on your son's needs specifically and gifted needs, in general. Still, I wouldn't get your hopes up about the gifted program. If they are letting primarily high-achievers into the program, it's unlikely to meet your DS's needs, even in breaking up his day with something more pleasant.
