Young Scholars
“Too many students do not receive appropriately challenging curriculum and services and as a result, fail to reach their potential. This is a loss, not only for the students, but for the nation. The gaps in support of and services for our most advanced students are even more pronounced for children from minority, ELL, and low-income backgrounds.”
"Including Diverse Learners in Gifted Education Programs and Services" NAGC
The FCPS Young Scholars Model
Fairfax County Public Schools developed the Young Scholars Model to increase the proportion of historically underrepresented students in advanced academic programs.
As a school district we embrace a growth mindset for all learners, and expect all students to engage in rigorous, high-level learning opportunities. Young Scholars at the elementary level require access to advanced strategies and curriculum as well as supports and nurturing to reach their potential. As a school district we embrace a growth mindset for all learners, and expect all students to engage in rigorous, high-level learning opportunities. Young Scholars at the secondary level require supports and nurturing to reach their potential. As a school district we embrace a growth mindset for all learners, and expect all students to engage in rigorous, high-level learning opportunities in areas of strength and/or interest.
Through this access and with guidance, students will learn to persist to accomplish difficult tasks and overcome academic and personal barriers to meet goals.
Implementation of a strong Young Scholars model at the local school will allow students to develop confidence in their abilities, realize their potential, develop the attributes of the Portrait of a Graduate, and prepare for success in rigorous coursework at the secondary school level.
Presentation from IAGC 2019
Quote Cards for IAGC YS session