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Goal 2: Eliminating Gaps Provide equitable educational opportunities Provide effective and dynamic classroom instruction Provide necessary and appropriate support Provide culturally competent classrooms Goal 3: High Quality Staff Strengthen recruitment and retention Strengthen professional development and evaluation Strengthen professional learning communities Goal 4: Optimal Learning Environments Align resources to student learning expectations Provide infrastructure for learning Improve productivity and manage costs Provide clean, safe, energy efficient, and sustainable learning environments Goal 5: Support the Whole Child Increase developmental assets in students Strengthen family involvement Strengthen parent, student, staff, and community partnerships Promote, support, and expect strong relationships with students and parents Goal 1: Challenging and Engaging Instruction Present High and Clear Expectations Create engaging and motivating program choices Create challenging, supported, and accepting learning environments Arlington Public Schools – Strategic Plan

Ensure that every student is challenged and engaged.

Only AP/IB teachers have extension materials to offer differentiation to high ability students. A. True B. False False – Classroom teachers and Resource Teachers for Gifted have many resources to challenge high ability learners.

Core Curriculum English Math Science Social Studies

Elements of Language The Writing Process The Writing Process Grammar/usage Grammar/usage Connection to Elements of Literature Connection to Elements of Literature

Elements of Literature: Elements of fiction and non-fiction Short stories Poetry Novel excerpts Excerpts from classic literature

Reserved Book List for High School  Fiction, non-fiction, and poetry  Shakespearean drama  20 th Century Drama  Multi-cultural selections  Variety of genres Concepts 9 th – Identify10 th – Community 11 th – Perspectives 12 th – Power

AP Language and Composition, Grade 11 AP Literature and Composition, Grade 12 IB English – Part 1 (11 th Grade) IB English – Part 2 (12 th Grade)

Mathematics Courses Available prior to Advanced Placement: Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Mathematical Analysis - Trigonometry Pre-Calculus Textbooks and Supplemental Materials Graphing calculators Interactive math problems on SMART Boards and Computers

Advanced Placement Calculus AB BC Statistics Dual Enrolled Multivariable Calculus

IB Math Studies (11 th or 12 th grade) IB Math SL 1 (10 th or 11 th ) IB Math SL 2 (11 th or 12 th )

Inquiry Based Leaning Inquiry Based Leaning Textbooks with supplemental materials Textbooks with supplemental materials Earth Science Earth Science Biology Biology Astronomy Astronomy Chemistry Chemistry Physics Physics Outdoor Lab – available for extension Planetarium – available for extension

Advanced Placement Biology, Chemistry Physics, Environmental Science International Baccalaureate Biology, Chemistry Physics, Environmental Science Courses at Career Center Biotechnology, Forensics, Engineering, EMT, Animal Science, Physical Therapy

VJAS (7-12) Virginia Junior Academy of Science Objectives VJAS (7-12) Virginia Junior Academy of Science Objectives To discover To discover and encourage scientific aptitude To foster To foster fellowship between its members and the Virginia Academy of Science (VAS) To encourage students to continue their education in science, engineering and related fields To develop a background among its members which will eventually lead to membership in the VAS and other professional science organizations To develop a background among its members which will eventually lead to membership in the VAS and other professional science organizations Science Fair (7-12) Science Fair (7-12) School Based, County-wide, Regional, State, International

Social Studies Textbooks with teacher resource kits World History Economics US and Virginia History US and Virginia Government Supplemental materials from History Alive!

Social Studies - Advanced Courses Advanced Placement World History US and Virginia History US and Virginia Government European History Macroeconomics Microeconomics Psychology International Baccalaureate History of the Americas Twentieth Century World Topics

Social Studies - Performance Assessments Engaging Scenario problem/issue cross-disciplinary complex authentic/real-world context or situation

Social Studies Performance Assessment Demonstration or Exhibition addressing diverse learning styles higher order thinking communication with an audience real-life audience feedback transfer, application, synthesis of content and skills while developing a real-world solution to a problem/issue

COLLABORATION FOR EFFECTIVE DIFFERENTIATION Classroom Teacher Resource Teacher for Gifted Student

Instruction Classroom Environment Professional Responsibilities Planning and Preparation

PLANNING AND PREPARATION INSTRUCTION CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT PLANNING AND PREPARATION PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Student Growth Socratic Seminar Teacher Workshops Application Processes

A student in grades K through 12 who demonstrate high performance ability or academic potential and who have a cognitive, physical, behavioral, or emotional disability that requires accommodations in order for their potential to be realized.

The greatest challenge in serving students who are twice exceptional are the perceptions of most educators that giftedness and special needs are distinct, separate conditions. - Marty Hougen, Ph.D. The University of Texas at Austin

Advocating for Your Gifted Child with EBD – Emotional & Behavior Disorders Examining the Issues of 2e Students with EBD U.S. Income Tax Considerations for Parents of 2e Children Conference Coverage. Center for Talent Development, SENG Bob Seney on Books. Seney reviews Wonder Dr. Sylvia Rimm: "Second Sibling Discouraged by Older Brother." News. recent news from the 2e community

The Federal Government mandates that all school districts establish a gifted program. A. True B. False FALSE – Each state creates its own gifted regulations.

Virginia Department of Education regulations state that each school district must develop a plan to identify and provide services to those students who have learning needs beyond the regular instructional program. html

Identify students who require gifted services Establish continuous educational services to match the needs of gifted learners Train teachers in ways to provide services Support differentiated instruction to meet the needs of gifted students

Students in APS may be identified in only one academic subject area. A. True B. False True – Students may be identified in one academic subject area. Some students may be identified in more than one area.

Specific Academic Aptitude, K-12 English Mathematics Science Social Studies Visual or Performing Arts, Grades 3-12 Visual Art Vocal Music/ Instrumental Music (instruments taught in APS)

Each year, the total population is screened by school staff to create a pool of candidates based on students’ need for gifted services Screening is formal – review of testing information Screening is informal – teacher feedback, parent information, honors, awards, student participation in school events, competitions, etc.

Students may be referred for services by their classroom teacher, school personnel, parents/guardians, community leaders, and self or other students until April 1 st for the current school year. Referral forms can be found here:

High IQ test score or high standardized achievement test score automatically qualifies a student to receive gifted services. A. True B. False False – No one criteria guarantees eligibility for APS gifted services. Multiple criteria are used.

Nationally Normed Testing Information Ability testing Achievement testing Teacher Checklist: Observations of Academic Behaviors School-based Data Parent Information 6-12 Student Self- Assessment Work samples

Art and Music Teacher Referral: Observations of Artistic Behaviors Student Products Grades Parent Information 6-12 Student Self- Assessment

An Appeal is available to families following the eligibility process: Appeals begin at the school level with the principal Appeals begin at the school level with the principal A second level of appeal is a county- wide Gifted Services Administrative Appeals Committee (must be submitted in writing within 30 days of the school level committee decision) A second level of appeal is a county- wide Gifted Services Administrative Appeals Committee (must be submitted in writing within 30 days of the school level committee decision)

Teacher awareness of student’s abilities and understanding of student’s instructional needs Opportunities to work with other students who have the ability to reason and problem solve at a high level RTG availability to support student’s performance and educational program

Creative/Critical Thinking Skills Socratic Seminar Ethical Thinking Advanced/Intensified, AP, IB, and Career Center Options, including PRIME Summer Residential Governor’s School and Foreign Language Academy Programs Independent Study

Academic Team Catherine Sauter Debate Team Paul Bui Model UN Nicole DeRocco The Memory Project Hiromi Isobe Chess Club Dave Peters Engineering Club Rick Avondet Investing Club Jeana Norton Newspaper Kira Jordan Penman Sarah Congable Math Team Kevin Clark Young Authors/Writers Pam Sanchez

Resources for Parents: Parent Resource Center Materials National Association for Gifted - Virginia Association for Gifted - Supporting Emotional Needs of Gifted - 2e Newsletter – Support your child’s interest to pursue social and cultural opportunities within and beyond his/her strength area(s) Maintain communication with your child’s classroom teachers, RTG, and counselor to monitor social and academic progress

Arlington Public School’s Parent Advocacy Group Part of Advisory Council of Instruction Monthly meetings If interested in serving on this committee, please contact Michele Ginnerty (co-chair of GSAC) at or Cheryl McCullough (Supervisor, Gifted Services) at

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Visit the Arlington Public Schools – Gifted Services link on the APS Web Site Cheryl McCullough, Supervisor, Gifted Services or

General questions that relate to Gifted Services. Exit Cards: On each table, you will find index cards that can be used if you have a specific question about your child. Please write the question, your name/your student’s name, your phone number or , and the best time for me to contact you.