1. PVPUSD Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Parent Information Presentation
November 7, 2018

2. PVPUSD GATE Plan
The purpose of the GATE Plan is to identify PVPUSD students with exceptional abilities, to foster individual competence to develop and express abilities and talents fully, and to support the instructional program by providing differentiated learning experiences within the classroom through a variety of instructional strategies and opportunities.
Collaboration with like peers
Independent learning
Extended-learning activities
Project-based learning
Acceleration opportunities
Leadership opportunities
Counseling support

3. Goals and Essential Components
GATE Identification
Identify students by the start of 4th grade followed by an additional opportunity for identification in 6th grade
GOAL # 2
Professional Development
Teacher training and support to meet the academic and social-emotional needs of high-achieving students
GOAL # 3
Curriculum and Instruction
Provide differentiated instruction and curriculum throughout the school day
GOAL # 4
Counseling Support
Provide counseling and scheduling support to address the needs of identified GATE and other high-achieving students
GOAL # 5
Students Enrichment
Opportunities
Provide opportunities to foster academic interaction with peers
GOAL # 6
Community Involvement
Engage the community in supporting and enhancing the GATE program goals
GOAL # 7
Program Evaluation
Annually review and evaluate the effectiveness of the GATE plan and revise accordingly

4. PVPUSD GATE Plan WHAT IT IS: WHAT IT IS NOT: Identification process
Recognition of unique abilities and talents
Support and encouragement to participate in academic and social opportunities
Professional development and support for teachers
Parent support and education
Segregated classes
A requirement for participation in Accelerated, Honors or AP classes
Access to ‘special’ programs
Does not influence access to programs , courses, or the scheduling process

5. Site-based GATE Coaches
LB: Anne Eggers Goggin
MM: Steve Wells
DG: Stephanie O’Brien
CS: Stacy Upton
VG: Lisa Mack
MC: Jenna Bucklew
RV: Leisa Irvine
Sol: Shannon Bogart
SS: Jasmine Arjasbi
PtV: Megan Kennedy
MIS: Janine McKenna
PVIS: Olivia Waikida
RIS: Nicole Kraake
The GATE coach is a certificated general education teacher at the site who is available to provide academic resources, lesson planning guidance, differentiation strategies, and other supports to the classroom teacher to enhance the classroom experience for the GATE student.
The role of the GATE Coach is aligned to the Goals identified in the GATE Plan:
Provide teachers with training and support to meet the academic, as well as social-emotional needs of high-ability students.
Provide opportunities for academic interaction with like peers for all GATE- identified and high-ability students.
Engage the community in supporting and enhancing the GATE program goals and further support.

6. GATE Enrichment Opportunities Offered after school through the PVPUSD Enrichment Program
Be on the look out for an with registration
information a few weeks prior to start dates.

7. How Does the Implementation of the State Standards Support the GATE Student?
The California State Standards use educational concepts that have been the focus of gifted education for many years. These concepts stress rigor, depth, complexity, relevance, and deeper understanding.
PVPUSD is focused on continuing to identify and implement effective strategies to meet the needs of a wide variety of learners (differentiation/universal design for learning) and create the mindset and metacognition to meet any challenge. Our goal is to implement the standards in ways that respond to the gifted learners’ pace and desired depth of learning.

8. How Can Parents Support the GATE Student at Home?
Recognize and build on the strengths and talents you witness in your children.
Encourage your children’s curiosity and creativity.
Help your children find activities they love.
Give your children opportunities to take healthy risks as they explore the wonder around them.
When your child has mastered one activity, present an opportunity for new challenges.
Educate yourself about gifted children (handout).

9. Advisory Meeting Dates
All meetings are at PVPUSD District Offices at Malaga Cove Community Room:
3:30—4:30pm
Kelli
September 26, 2018
January 16, 2019
April 24, 2019
Topics include:
Current Topics in Education
Sharing of District and Site Activities
Resources for Parents
Reflection and Share-Out

10. Additional Information and Resources
National Association for Gifted Children 1707 L St., NW, Suite 550 Washington, DC Phone: Web: Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted P.O. Box 488 Poughquag, NY Phone: Web:

11. Parent Speaker Series