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Enrichment is the model to serve gifted and talented learners. The definition of gifted and talented in Montgomery Township is a student who demonstrates academic talent in math, and/or language arts. The enrichment program enriches the curriculum and instruction that these students receive.

What is the Montgomery Township philosophy of educating talented students, and why do we use this model?

Every student should be provided with experiences that promote critical thinking, problem solving, reasoning, and communication in ways that are appropriately challenging. Many students demonstrate a mastery of the objectives of the basic curriculum and need additional enrichment. Enrichment activities either extend the curriculum into new areas or provide a greater depth of treatment in the existing curriculum. While classroom enrichment activities are a normal part of the instructional program for ALL students, the needs of students with exceptional abilities should be provided for through appropriate placement, grouping strategies, and individually structured learning plans. The identification of students with exceptional abilities should be multi-faceted, relying on a variety of assessment procedures. Students with exceptional abilities often learn earlier, faster, and/or differently. They benefit from working with other students who have similar abilities as well as sharing in the interactions of heterogeneous groups. Specialized learning opportunities are necessary to enable students with exceptional abilities to meet their potential.

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