Gifted and Talented

THE BPS GIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAM

WHAT IS THE GIFTED & TALENTED PROGRAM?

  • The Gifted & Talented Program is school-day program that provides meaningful and
    relevant learning experiences to meet the needs of students with exceptional
    abilities.
  • The program is designed to be responsive and meet a student's intellectual,
    creative, and social-emotional needs while helping them reach their full
    potential. The program is designed to encourage students curiosity and creativity
    and nurture their development as learners and leaders.
  • Students in the program will work on individual and group projects on topics of
    interest to them. These projects will integrate the arts, language-arts literacy, social
    studies, science and math.
  • G & T classes will meet during the school day. Students in grades 3 - 8 will meet for
    one class period, twice a week. Students in grades K - 2 will meet for one class
    period, once per week.

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAM?
Students participating in the Gifted & Talented Program will:

  • recognize their individual strengths and work towards maximizing their potential;
  • cultivate their creative, social-emotional, critical thinking, and communication skills;
  • exhibit the ability to act, think, and work independently and collaboratively;
  • advance their leadership ability;
  • use self, peer, and teacher evaluation and feedback positively as a means for
    growth;
  • accept that methods and ideas may vary according to circumstances and
    perceptions;
  • set goals and devise plans to finish projects and activities.

HOW ARE STUDENTS CHOSEN FOR THE PROGRAM?

  • Students are selected for the program in multiple ways, including teacher
    recommendations, parent recommendations, self-recommendations (students in
    grades 3-8), standardized tests, creativity tests, and arts assessments.

WHO IS A GOOD FIT FOR THE PROGRAM?
A student may be a good fit for G & T if they:

  • are curious and think creatively;
  • enjoy school and do well in class;
  • demonstrate a passion for the arts (dance, media arts, music, theatre, visual arts);
  • are good leaders;
  • are highly motivated.

HOW DO I RECOMMEND MY CHILD?

  • Below, please find the link to the Gifted & Talented Parent Recommendation Form.
  • Read through the characteristics and select the answer that best fits your child.
  • Students with IEPs, who are English Language Learners, or who exhibit emotional
    or behavioral issues may still qualify for the G&T program.
  • Please note, a recommended student does not automatically get accepted into G&T
    program.
  • We are grateful for your help. Thank you!

To access the G & T Parent Nomination form click here.
To access the G & T Student Nomination form click here.

QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, CONCERNS?
Please contact:

  • Ms. Sullivan, Supervisor of Visual Arts, Performing Arts and G & T Program -
    [email protected]
  • Mr. ThrBak, Dir. of Innovative Programs, Community Partnerships and G & T Program -
    [email protected]
  • Mrs. Elwell, G & T Teacher at Broad St, QML, & West Ave. -
    [email protected]
  • Mrs. Fallon, G & T Teacher at Buckshutem, Cherry St., & Indian Ave. -
    [email protected]
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