Phase V of Identification Process

Students in any G&T program are expected to maintain high quality performance in the G&T program(s) and to show sustained motivation for learning. Furthermore, students must demonstrate higher order thinking skills, task commitment, intellectual independence, responsibility for learning, and cooperation with peers to remain in the G&T program(s). Additionally:

Grades 3-5: Re-evaluation

Students in T.E.A.M. receive a progress report each trimester. Progress reports are shared with the classroom teacher and parents as part of the open communication between the student's educational team.

Grade 6-8: Re-evaluation:

Students must maintain an 88 average in the advanced classes in order to continue in the advanced program.

Grades K-8: Appeals Procedure

An individual who believes that the district has not complied with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:35-34 et seq. may file a complaint with the Board of Education. The board shall issue a decision, in writing, to affirm, reject, or modify the district's action in the matter. The individual may then file a petition of appeal of the Board's written decision to the Commissioner of Education through the Office of Controversies and Disputes in accordance with N.J.S.A 18 A:6-9 and the procedures set forth in State Board of Education regulations.