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Middle School Program

Each middle school has one G/T Resource Teacher that serves as the gifted education specialist. They are aware of and respond to the unique qualities and characteristics of advanced-level learners by enhancing the standard curriculum and providing specialized services. The roles of the G/T Resource Teacher are to

1. Provide direct instruction to individual and small groups of students,
2. Act as a consultant to classroom teachers and administrators, and
3. Act as a liaison to families and the community regarding program services for advanced-level learners.

Class Descriptions
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Grade 6

• Geography and World Cultures GT
• English GT
• Pre-algebra GT
• Science I GT

Grade 7

• Geography and World Cultures GT
• English GT
• Algebra I/Data Analysis GT
• Science II GT

Grade 8

• United States History GT
• English GT
• Geometry GT
• Science III GT

School-wide Enrichment Program

The School-wide Enrichment Program provides systematic enrichment opportunities that include the following components.

• General exploratory activities are designed to maximize exposure to a wide variety of potential areas of interest. These activities are available to all students and may include field trips, guest speakers, cultural arts events, and interest centers.
    
• Instructional seminars are designed to extend student interests beyond general exploratory experiences. Students develop a broad range of advanced-level skills in preparation for in-depth study and creation of a product on a chosen interest. G/T Resource Teachers provide advanced-level instruction and schedule these opportunities for interested students. Skill development might include written, oral, and visual communication skills, critical and creative thinking skills, research skills, technology skills, and skills in visual and performing arts. Seminar topics may include consultation with professionals involved in the field of study who provide students with additional instruction and guidance as they engage in product development. Instructional seminar products will be displayed for community viewing at the school enrichment fairs in the spring. Teachers, students, or parents may nominate students to participate in an instructional seminar.
    
• Research Investigations offer the highest level of enrichment for students who demonstrate a sincere interest in a particular field and a willingness to pursue this interest at an advanced-level over an extended period of time. In their role as investigator, individual or small groups of students discover and document real world problems, create original solutions, and seek to fill gaps in the knowledge within a field of study. Students apply their knowledge of advanced-level content in their pursuit of the investigative process. This process includes formulating a problem, utilizing the research tools and methodologies of the professional, and presenting the results to an authentic audience. The G/T Resource Teacher provides instruction on advanced-level skills, facilitates the gathering of resource materials, and provides opportunities for feedback from a professional. Investigations generally last through the school year. The amount of instructional time each week with the G/T Resource Teacher depends upon the complexity of the investigation and involves additional work outside the classroom. Parents can expect regular progress reports throughout the investigation and a formal evaluation at the conclusion of the investigation. All research investigations are displayed for community viewing at the school enrichment fairs in the spring.
    
• G/T Content Area Classes - An accelerated and enriched program is provided for identified students who may participate in one or more G/T classes. These classes replace the general education classes in each subject area and are taught on a daily basis by designated G/T content area teachers. G/T classes are offered in the following academic areas: English, mathematics, science, and social studies. The G/T Resource Teacher works with the G/T content area teachers through an interdisciplinary planning team to assist with the implementation of a differentiated curriculum for advanced-level learners. Students are selected for placement in G/T content area classes based on test data, teacher nomination, outstanding student performance, and other pertinent information at the end of elementary school and in subsequent middle school years, as nominated.