Gemini Objectives

GEMINI students will demonstrate the ability to:

• Analyze and apply higher-level thinking strategies in unique and challenging contexts.

• Analyze and apply skills of inquiry and research for in-depth explorations.

• Apply theoretical knowledge and critical thinking in practical situations.

• Acquire necessary thinking skills and self-directed learning to become an independent, creative producer.

• Utilize in-depth content and employ appropriate thinking skills to generate unique and complex products consistent with his/her level of study.

• Problem-solve when presented with a host of variables.

• Learn through creative expression, exploration, and experimentation.

GEMINI students will demonstrate the ability to:

• • Communicate complex ideas clearly and with confidence.

  • Productively contribute his/her perspective and talent in a cooperative learning environment.

  • Complete and present a quality project or product resulting from individual or collaborative efforts.

  • Maximize his/her leadership potential.

  • Reason orally with others.

  • Resolve conflicts.

GEMINI students will demonstrate the ability to:

• • Nurture, facilitate, and evaluate and critique his/her own learning

  • Develop and assess his/her special talents and interest to achieve realistic goals.

  • Plan, and monitor his/her own learning strategies and the learning strategies of others.

GEMINI students will demonstrate the ability to:

• • • Identify and utilize available resources to actualize his/her ideas.

    • Use time constructively.

    • Develop expertise in fields of study.

    • Choose activities at appropriate levels and pace

    • Stimulate his/her aspirations and pursuit of higher-level goals.

    • Develop independent learning skills.