The Gifted and Talented Program strives to provide a challenging curriculum while enhancing a student's self-efficacy. Student-centered program goals, educational needs, and a collaborative planning process determine program content. The program is designed to provide an array of learning opportunities that helps students realize their potential, instills a desire to develop their talents and abilities, and encourages scholastic rigor.
Primary Program (Kindergarten – 2nd Grade)
During kindergarten, first ands second grade, students participate in a in-class program once a week for 30 minutes. Utilizing the focus period, students identified as eligible for the Gifted & Talented Program are provided high level of instruction within the classroom. Gifted specialists provide a curriculum that focuses on communication, research skills, thinking skills and problem solving, creative expression, and affective education.
Elementary Program (Grades 3 –4)
Students in grades three and four participate in a "pull out" program one time per week for third minutes. Gifted specialists provide a curriculum that focuses on communication, research skills, thinking skills and problem solving, creative expression, and affective education.Students may also participate in an optional after-school clubs and activities for gifted/advanced learners.
Middle School Program (Grades 5-8)
Students in grades five to eight participate in a “pull out” program one time per week for third minutes. Students are provided a curriculum rich in the areas of communication, research skills, thinking skills and problem solving, creative expression, and affective education. Students may also participate in an optional after-school clubs and activities for gifted/advanced learners.