Welcome! This site is meant to orient you to the GATE and TAGS class at NVLA. I am so glad you are here! Take a look around and contact the GATE teacher if you have any questions or if you would like to refer your end of year 2nd grader or 3rd-5th grade student for testing. Gate testing is done by appointment in-person at NVLA. Contact the GATE Teacher, Crystal Poulin at eklercl@nv.ccsd.net for more information.
Scroll down for testimonials about the GATE class.
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The Gate/Tags program is a great addition not only for our daughter but the entire family. After receiving recommendations from the primary teacher getting scheduled for testing was very nice and accommodating. Since joining the program Mrs. Poulin does amazing with each student as a group and individually promoting critical thinking skills that I am not sure the kids realize they have. The projects bring fun into our household and if needed supplies are provided. Highly recommend this program if given the opportunity.
-O.P., A parent of a 4th grade student
This is my daughter’s first year in GATE at NVLA. As parents we didn’t know what to expect but seeing our daughter every week how she eagerly looks forward to attending her GATE Class showed us she enjoys it and would like to attend next semester. Ms. Poulin is an amazing teacher bringing out the best in students through her patience and ingenuity. The class encouraged my little one to be a thinker and brought back the fun in learning. Thank you so much Ms. Poulin for all your dedication in bringing all those wonderful hands-on activities.
-D.B & J.B, Parents of a 3rd grade student
"Gate class is making us the smartest people in our family."
-D.M., 4th grade Gate student