The guide describes the development and first year implementation of a program for talented and gifted secondary students. Addressed are the following topics (sample subtopics in parentheses): project history (objectives, initial workshops); teacher selection; teacher role and function (self evaluation); principal's role; the counselor's role; community mentors (local business and professional people); resources and facilities; direct instruction (lesson summaries, classroom resources); independent study projects; student conferences; parental involvement (parent teacher cooperation); information dissemination; consultants; budget; and evaluation (scores on verbal pre- and posttests of the Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking). Among results noted are that leadership experiences were provided and the students' self concept was improved; that students developed the ability to set long and short range goals and plan weekly to attain them; and that the teachers became more aware of gifted and talented students' needs and characteristics. Recommendations are made for student selection, curriculum, grading and recordkeeping, public relations, and evaluation. (CL)