TULIP GROVE : TAG IN REGULAR CLASSROOMS (TRC)

TAG in the Regular Classroom (TRC) Program:

The TRC Program offers appropriate advanced activities using strategies of Differentiated Instruction within the regular classroom. This model is appropriate for schools with larger TAG populations (50+). The components of the TRCprogram are as follows:

• TAG students are cluster grouped with at least 7 other TAG students

• Differentiated instructional strategies in the heterogeneous classroom

  • curriculum compacting

  • tiered assignments

  • flexible grouping

  • independent study

  • acceleration opportunities

  • learning/interest centers

  • enrichment clusters

• Guided Independent Study/advanced research opportunities

• Junior Great Books Discussion Program

• William & Mary Jacob’s Ladder Program

• Advanced Author Studies

• Instruction and activities reflecting Multiple Intelligences and Learning Styles

• Gifted Students with Special Learning Needs (GSLN) Services (selected sites)

• Off-site educational, scientific, and artistic enrichment opportunities