FAQS
How does my child apply for the TAG program?
All students in K-2 will be screened for the TAG program. All students in K-2 will receive enrichment classes through a STEAM curriculum with gifted students being given a higher level challenge by the TAG teacher. Gifted students in 3rd-5th grade will receive pull-out instruction one day a week.
What if my child didn't make it into the TAG program in the second grade. Can they try again?
Students that don't meet the requirements in second grade are eligible to test into the TAG program through a teacher recommendation. The teacher needs to fill out a rubric about the student. Some of the information that is incorporated into the rubric:
1. Recommendation from teacher
2. Math Average
3. Language Arts Average (3rd Grade: Reading Level also used)
4. Science Average
5. Social Studies Average
6. Benchmark Assessments
7. IQ Test
The TAG teacher will use the above information, along with the student's report card to assess if he/she is qualified to move to part b of testing.
If a student meets the above criteria, they will move to the second phase of the screening process, Part B: STEM lab and teamwork rubric.
Parents will be notified if their child has moved on to the second part, and the results of that phase will be shared by the middle of June.
What if my child is new to the Lyndhurst School District?
If you believe your child qualifies for the TAG program, please reach out to their homeroom teacher for further instruction.