Gifted & Talented

Desarae Witmer| (405) 354-6608 ext. 1039 | desarae.witmer@yukonps.com

Yukon Public Schools is committed to providing opportunities that support the full development of the intellectual, academic, creative, leadership, and visual arts/ performing arts abilities of our students. We are committed to offering programming options that support a differentiated learning environment for students who have been identified as gifted and talented according to the guidelines set forth by the Oklahoma State Department of Education.  Students served in the Gifted and Talented Program will participate in lessons and activities focused on the following objectives: 

Objectives

• Develop high-level thinking skills, creative thinking skills, problem-solving skills, and decision-making skills.

• Strengthen communication skills.

• Expand students' interests and strengths through research.

• Promote self-esteem, self-direction, leadership skills, and group dynamics.

• Provide an environment conducive to the development of autonomous learning.

• Provide an environment conducive to the development of talent and creative ability.

• Develop an appreciation and understanding of different cultures, environments, values, thoughts, and philosophies.

3rd grade:  

Parkland, Skyview, Surrey Hills:  Jessica Purdum

Central, Myers, Ranchwood, Shedeck:  Megan Simpson

4-6th grade:

Lakeview: Brittany Tipton

Redstone: Jason Busche

Independence: Doug McPheron

7-8th grade:

Yukon Middle School: Greg Bunch