Go confidently in the directions of your dreams. Live the life you’ve imagined.

…Thoreau

***Materials in this Powerpoint are used with the permission of Ms. Debra Breazzano, District 38 Gifted and Talented Facilitator

Gifted Ed Program Design:

Student Directed at High School

Gifted Ed Program Design:

Student Directed at High School

GT Students: Very Diverse

• A range of “areas of Gift” (gifted in one area is not gifted across the board)

D11 identifies 3 areas of gift: 1. verbal (language arts)2. quantitative (math/science) 3. non-verbal (visual/spatial)

• Difficult to stereotype the GT student; although those stereotypes exist–sometimes it feels as if you are “Gifted and Cursed” rather than “Gifted and Talented”

Advanced Learning Plan (ALP) for all Gifted Ed students:

• A written individualized STUDENT-DIRECTED educational plan mandated by Colorado Dept. of Education: Goals and options for student success and optimal learning outlined College and career plans addressed Strategies designed to work through academic and personal/social

challenge

• Complete your ALP through Sharepoint. Have your parent sign it and return to me by the designated due date.

• Student Consultations will be scheduled during the school day

Twice-Exceptional (2e) Students

• Demonstrate extraordinary abilities in one or more areas and mild to severe disabilities

Have been identified GT and also have 504 or IEP

2e Support through collaboration of GT with other case managers and interventionists

The Gifted Ed student who has unique needs

The Gifted Ed student who has unique needs

• Underachieving Gifted Students: Demonstrate a significant discrepancy or gap between their exceptional intellectual or creative ability and their actual performance in school

– GT Facilitator collaboration with teachers, family and specialists to address these students needs

ACADEMIC PLANNINGACADEMIC PLANNING

Your High School transcript matters! Your High School transcript matters!

Course Selection and GPA are important all four Course Selection and GPA are important all four years of high schoolyears of high school

As a Junior, ACT and SAT scores will also As a Junior, ACT and SAT scores will also be be critical for college admissionscritical for college admissions

BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND…

• Gifted Ed programming focuses on post-graduate planning starting with you, the freshman class, NOT to take away from enjoying the present reality as a new high school student, but to ensure that you can accomplish your goals that can lead to realizing your dreams.

Design your 4 year academic plan Now!

• Reference the course handbook and look at what is offered

• Each year this will be revised but it provides a whole picture look to ensure your academic needs/preferences are addressed

• Individual Career & Academic Plan (ICAP) is now a new State requirement for students.

Minimum College Entrance Academic Requirements for the

Class of 2017As per CCHE to be admitted to Public College or University:• 4 years of English• 4 years of Math – Algebra I or higher • 3 years of Natural Science – 2 must be laboratory courses• 3 years of Social Studies – 1 must be US History or World

Civilization• 1 year of Foreign language• 2 years of Academic Electives

**Check with prospective colleges. Requirements vary depending on the institution and intended major.

Selective or “Ivy” College Academic Requirements: --rigor demonstrated in all core subjects with electives

supporting student interests…no free periods!

Did the student challenge themselves? This is even more important than straight A’s!

(--Mrs. Chambers, MIT Educational Consultant)

Honors Classes (highly recommended) AP Classes (weighted) Concurrent Enrollment (due to acceleration) Specific Coursework required by the College you are applying to

(reference the college’s website even now!)

Differentiation – key to success

when building your resume

FOUR KEY AREAS (for Selective College Admissions*)

Excellence/Expertise: Focused on something enough to excel at it Leadership: Demonstrate examples of leadershipCommunity Service/Volunteerism: Civic responsibility; reach beyond

themselvesPassion/Vision: Demonstrate passion about something; true joyfulness (FOR USAFA: Excellence in Academics, Athletics, Leadership, Character)

Enrichment Matters!

• Find something you’re passionate about and get involved.

• Our high schools provide all the services and resources you need! Take advantage.

• Many projects/activities can be completed during the summer in order to keep your life less stressful.

Contests and Competitions

A variety of events available throughout the year such as: Knowledge Bowl Science Olympiad History Day Math Competitions Local, State and National Academic Contests ….

Refer to high school websites and announcements throughout the year!

Extracurricular Activities

• Band and Choir

• Sports

• Clubs and Organizations offered by your high schoolMHS Clubs: JROTC, National Honor Society, HonorsEndorsement Program, Peer Counseling, Teen VolunteerClub, Japanese and Spanish Club

Example Resume:

Kira K. Gibbs 2260 Ambleside Dr. Colorado Springs, CO (719) 362-7183 ~ kira_gibbs@yahoo.com

Professional Objective: To join this company, where I can implement my customer service skills, to insure that the needs of customers and the establishment are met. Highlights of Qualifications:

Banquet style production experience Obtained Serve Safe certificates 11/10 Completed culinary course 02/12 Customer service experience Piping and baking experience

Education: Pikes Peak Community College Colorado Springs, CO Associates of Art emphasis in Elementary Education 08/13- Candidate 05/15 Johnson & Wales University Denver, CO

Associates of Science in Culinary Arts 09/10-05/12

CSU-Pueblo Pueblo, CO English Composition 08/09-05/10

Work Experience Afni Evans, CO Chat Representative 08/12-02/13

Chat via instant messenger with multiple Verizon customers Communicate efficiently to help customers log in to account Utilize typing and computer skills in order to make account changes Familiarize self with new products to help guide customers to best phone or plan

Catering By Design Denver, CO Kitchen and Wait Staff 05/12-10/12

Produce dishes by breaking down components into consistent plated meals Produce 60-100 dishes in a banquet style production Create mis en place to complete a dish from start to finish Serve multi-corsed meals at weddings and high end events

Yours Truly Cupcake Denver, CO Baker 02/12- 05/12

Fulfill allotted times to fill orders and prepare cupcakes Break down recipes to formulated ratios Create a variety of cupcakes utilizing sponsor’s ingredient donations Pipe cupcakes efficiently to exceed customer expectations

Johnson & Wales University Personnel Denver, CO Receptionist 10/10-05/12

Communicate positively to gain knowledge of student’s wants and needs Schedule tutoring appointments to satisfy student academic needs Receive and transfer calls to effectively deliver messages

Activities: Youth Philanthropy Club 08/06-05/10 Honors Endorsement Program 08/06-05/10 International Thespian Society 09/08-05/10

Portfolio and references on request

Preparation, Focus and Passion = Success!

Regardless of what postsecondary plan you have, this formula works for any life

endeavor

Scholarships and

Financial Awards

• Available even for freshmen• Reference Gifted Ed and Counseling websites

for links– A spreadsheet organized by a D38 student during

her freshman year is available with more than 50 links and notes for your convenience

PRESTIGIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS

The Boettcher Scholarship as the “Bar”:• 40 are awarded each year covering full tuition, fees, living

expenses and books at any Colorado University• Must be from Colorado and rank in top 5% with outstanding

SAT/ACT scores as a minimum criteria• Eligible applicants are assessed based on:

Evidence of leadership and involvement Service to community and school Superior scholastic ability Outstanding character– Let us know if you want to be considered.

• Your freshman year counts!

How you can optimize your learning!

How you can optimize your learning!

• Balance academics with personal/social needs

• Time-Management (pace yourself)

• Self-Advocacy (ask for what you need)

• Relaxation (have fun, and get enough sleep)

• Sense of Humor (laughter is balm for the soul)

Gifted Ed Facilitator as YOUR RESOURCE!

Gifted Ed Facilitator as YOUR RESOURCE!

Contact your gifted resource teacher with any questions or concerns!Coronado: Mrs. SchulzkiDoherty: Mrs. KellerMitchell: Ms. GibbsPalmer: Mr. Chamberlin