Gifted & Talented

Academically Talented

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Academically Talented

Identification for AT programming

Annually, the Academically Talented (AT) Committee screens students for eligibility into the program using the following multiple data points:

SAGES-3 nationally normed assessment*
NJSLA performance for rising grades 3-8
targeted domains (Creativity, Motivation & Leadership) of the Renzulli Scales for Rating the Behavioral Characteristics of Superior Students
local benchmark assessment data
content area report card grades

*All rising third grade students participate in the Sages-3 assessment in the spring of their second grade year. Rising fourth through eighth graders may be recommended by parents or teachers and will then participate in the Sages-3 assessment.

All of the data points noted above are placed on an Identification Matrix and reviewed by the AT committee for eligibility determination.

Identification Matrices

Kindergarten - Grade 2 Programming

Students in Grades K-2 will be provided opportunities for ongoing enrichment through differentiated instruction within their classroom. Choice activities and challenges will be extended to students demonstrating interest and/or advanced abilities. Parents/guardians are encouraged to notify their classroom teacher regarding extended enrichment opportunities.

Grades 3 & 4 Programming

Identified students in Grades 3 & 4 will participate in pull-out enrichment opportunities 1x per week, which are facilitated by the district AT teacher. Choice activities and challenges will be extended to students based on their identified strengths and interests. Activities are designed to develop students' problem-solving and critical thinking skills, while enhancing their ability to be self-directed and collaborate with their peers.

Grade 5 - 8 Programming

Identified students in Grades 5 - 8 will participate in pull-out enrichment opportunities 1x per week, which are facilitated by the district AT teacher. Choice activities and challenges will be extended to students based on their identified strengths and interests. Activities are designed to develop students' problem-solving and critical thinking skills, while enhancing their ability to be self-directed and collaborate with their peers.

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