The purpose of the Gifted and Talented program is to develop the problem solving and critical/creative thinking skills of students who demonstrate high levels of ability compared to their chronological peers in our school district. The Gifted and Talented program is dedicated to helping students achieve in accordance with their capabilities.
The purpose of the Grades K-2 Enrichment Program is to expose all students to critical and creative thinking activities. This all-inclusive program is a weekly (Grade 2) or bi-weekly (Grades K&1) program for all students. It is taught in partnership by the Gifted & Talented teacher as well as the students' general education teacher, providing extension activities as well as a differentiated approach to inquiry and instruction.
Grade 6 Gifted and Talented
The purpose of the Grades 3-6 pullout program is for students of like abilities to work in a collaborative environment where students become inquisitive, effective questioners and producers of knowledge. This program builds on the inclusive K-2 Enrichment program. Students are selected for this program using a rubric which focuses on benchmark assessments, state test scores, as well as teacher input throughout the year. This group can be fluid as students excel or stand out among their peers. The program offers students opportunities to participate in a variety of advanced and challenging learning experiences.
Grade 4 Gifted and Talented
Our middle school exploratory classes include Robotics and Computers which support all learners, but are meant to be especially challenging for our Gifted and Talented learners. Ridgefield Park additionally offers an Honors English program at this level to challenge our Gifted and Talented population.
Our high school Gifted and Talented students are supported through a wide variety of Honors and AP courses.