Expectations

All students learn in different ways.  The reason we go through such an extensive process for identification is because the students identified are expected to have a balance of creativity, motivation, and high achievement in most subject areas.  It is expected that the students who are identified for the program will already have a large content knowledge base and/or learn at a faster pace than that of their classmates.  At times content for the student may be compacted or the student is responsible to make up the work on their own time – whether at home or during other independent times in the school day.  Each teacher approaches this in the way they see fit.

Components

• Students will set goals, make plans, and assess goals
• Students will reflect upon a quote of the day
• Students will complete logical puzzles and brainbusters
• Students will learn new content
• Students will utilize a variety of technology sources
• Students will think critically and think creatively
• Students will collaborate
• Students will communicate and present ideas in a variety of ways