The Bridgeton Public Schools 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 the Gifted & Talented Program if they:

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

HOW DO I RECOMMEND MY CHILD?

1. Below, please find the link to the Gifted & Talented Parent Recommendation Form.
2. 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 Gifted & Talented program.
• Please note, a recommended student does not automatically get accepted into Gifted & Talented program.
• We are grateful for your help. Thank you!

To access the Gifted & Talented Parent Nomination form click here.
To access the Gifted & Talented Student Nomination form click here.

QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, CONCERNS?

Please contact:

• Mr. Matthew Brenner, Supervisor of Visual, Performing Arts and Gifted & Talented Program
• Mr. Ernest D. ThrBak, Director of Innovative Programs, Community Partnerships and Gifted & Talented Program
• Mrs. Melissa Elwell, Gifted & Talented Teacher at Broad Street School, Quarter Mile Lane School, & West Avenue School
• Mrs. Kathleen Fallon, Gifted & Talented Teacher at Buckshutem Road School, Cherry Street School, & Indian Avenue School