Gifted Support Services the individual Serving Gifted Support Services

Focus on the Individual

NEEDS, StRENGTHs, Interests

0pportunities for enrichment *Use “Reading Semester” for “Purpose Class”* *Focused Independent Study Resulting in an Original Product (In-class & via pull-out)* Application of Thinking Skills to Literary Analysis *Development of Discussion Skills through analysis and synthesis (connections)*

Opportunities for Enrichment Examples of “SCENARIO:” Focused Independent Study Literary Genre Study Cuisine/Chef Study Robotics and Programming Bridge Builder Architect’s Dream Screenwriter Wall Street Analyst Biological: Animal/Pet Behavioral Study

Study of Literary Genre Research the characteristics of three literary genres (fantasy, historical fiction, and realistic fiction) Write an original short story in each genre CUISINE/CHEF INVESTIGATION Research three types of cuisine and design traditional meals using authentic recipes and ingredients Research three regional cuisines, analyze the role of food in each culture, and create meals and menus from each culture Compare traditional recipes and create a recipe collection of modern adaptations

Robotics and Programming Design, build and program robots to solve real world challenges such as creating the lines on a sport field, grabbing items for an individual with challenges in movement, and sorting items ENGINEERING BRIDGE DESIGN Design and test the structure of different types of bridges using software, apply that knowledge to analyze the design of local bridges and create replacements ARCHITECT’S DREAM Research famous architects and styles of architecture, design a dream house with software based on the research

Screenwriter Adapt a favorite children’s book to create a screenplay for a short movie Cast the roles with known actors Photograph set locations Prepare a storyboard to present to potential producers Film and produce the screen play with peer actors and nearby locales Write a script for a short movie and film it in Claymation using stop motion animation and voice-overs

Application of Thinking Skills to Literary Analysis Purpose reading class One semester course one period/day Gifted support Teacher Includes time for Focused independent study and Discussion skills

DevelopMent of Discussion Skills Short readings from Touchstones collection: Nonfiction selections: ex. Martin L. King, jr Reading followed by open discussion based on ground rules (awareness of non-verbal cues, vocal tone, etc) Seminar format (chairs in a circle; importance of eye contact) Teacher as facilitator not leader

Balancing gifted support options and General education Opportunities for enrichment Advanced coursework Advanced English 7 Honors Algebra I Honors Geometry Cyber Options Application of thinking skills Focus on independent study Development of discussion skills

Student Transition Meeting with gifted support students in groups at ECMS and HMS Beginning of April

GIEP Meeting: before anniversary date Current Gifted Support teacher sends the invitation to the meeting Meeting to be held at current school building Input for the Present Level of Educational Performance will be collected Goals will be discussed for the next year

WHAT IS A SUCCESSFUL SCENARIO? A Unique Enrichment Opportunity for Focused, Independent Study by Gifted Students   Any possible Scenario will… 1…be based on an area of student strength and/or interest 2…involve an enriching challenge or “stretch” through activities not available within the regular curriculum 3…involve a series of steps/goals which will be planned & implemented by the student 4…result in a creative, original student product

weekly work sessions offered for scenario (independent study project) Every Wednesday during the “Purpose Enrichment Class” semester is a scenario work session. No pull-out is necessary during this semester, as class time is given for independent study and project production with direct teacher guidance. During the opposite semester, wherein the student is in Health class, “Pull-out Sessions” are offered on a flexible, rotating schedule so that students will not miss the same class more than once in a given month. Students will schedule with the Purpose Support Teacher weekly.

The 5-W’s of Scenario Selection A way of creatively determining your best choice for an engaging, exciting, fun, and educational independent project topic The 5 W’s are?

WHEN will you do all this work?   In general, every Wednesday is a Scenario Work Session day during the semester-long, 5-day-a-week Purpose Enrichment class. During the opposite semester (when you will attend Health class 5 days a week,) you will schedule a once-a-week “Pull-out” with your Gifted Support teacher. That “Pull-out” time will serve as your Scenario Session. It is usually not necessary (and it is not required) for you to work at home on your Scenario/Independent Project.

HOW will students accomplish this task HOW will students accomplish this task? (Your teachers and your parents can guide you.) 1.Choose a compelling topic which will engage and involve you for at least 6 months. 2.Determine WHAT you want to accomplish. 3.Set a series of connected, reachable goals (One should logically lead into the next.) 4.WORK toward your goals through research, problem solving, experimentation, trial & error, writing, organizing, etc. 5.ORGANIZE your information, make connections & determine conclusions, finalize your creation, product, etc.