Welcome to TARGET Amy Murray, Renee Mitchell, Kelly Jones, and Sherry Werbke

Our Target Program Mission The Georgia Performance Standards Our Target Program Mission To prepare gifted students for an ever-changing global marketplace where they must be self-reflective, goal-oriented, problem-seekers and solvers Our focus is a “mixed bag” Differentiated with your child’s unique giftedness in mind Designed with standards in mind Core curriculum /Georgia Performance standards ALP standards (given a copy) Implications for Gifted Students

Learning Characteristics of Children The Georgia Performance Standards Learning Characteristics of Children The Bright Child vs. The Gifted Child Is interested Has good ideas Learns with ease 6-8 repetitions for mastery Good memorizer Answers the questions asked by teacher Enjoys straightforward presentation Is pleased with his/her learning Is highly curious Has wild, silly ideas Already knows 1-2 repetitions for mastery Good guesser Discusses in detail, elaborates Thrives on complexity of issues Is highly self-critical The displayed list highlights characteristics of a bright child……..wouldn’t you agree? How does the gifted student compare? For example, the bright child is interested in learning while the gifted student is…………(hit enter) is highly curious. While the bright child has good ideas, the gifted student is fluent and original with wild, silly ideas. (Go through each bullet point.) Recognize anyone you know?? Implications for Gifted Students

How is Advanced Learning different? Process based More Rigor Depth of Knowledge Global Emphasis Creative Focus Informational literacy Continuous Progress

Why we need creativity?

The Georgia Performance Standards Fixed Mindset We have our gifted child, and now what do we want for them to accomplish… Well, first lets look at the mindset that we want to avoid… …think that “they are the way they are” and will often avoid challenges and stick to what they know they can do well. Implications for Gifted Students

The Georgia Performance Standards Growth Mindset Our goal…we want children to strive to improve their thinking and not just “for a grade” Much of what we do is performance based…students learn to become better thinkers Our new progress report will give specific feedback as to strengths and areas for your child to improve upon (given a copy) …believe that intelligence can be developed, that the brain is like a muscle that can be trained. This leads to the desire to improve. Implications for Gifted Students

Assessment Indicators The Georgia Performance Standards Assessment Indicators (S) Successful : Consistently and independently demonstrates outcomes supporting grade-level standards and elements. (P) Progressing: Demonstrates outcomes supporting grade- level standards and elements with support. (D) Does not meet: Limited progress in demonstration of outcomes supporting grade-level standards and elements. Implications for Gifted Students

Continuation Criteria The Georgia Performance Standards Continuation Criteria Semester Review A minimum of 7 out of 10 S’s and P’s indicates student is currently meeting essential requirements for continued placement. Annual Review Gifted services are recommended for the following year if student has met continuation criteria 3 out of 4 quarters AND received a minimum of 1 “S” per standard in at least 7 out of 10 standards over the course of the academic year. A detailed look at the criteria which must be met to remain in the Target program. Implications for Gifted Students

Quarterly Feedback Report

Target Student Expectations The Georgia Performance Standards Target Student Expectations Has necessary materials (binder, etc.) 4th & 5th come with fully charged devices Has completed assignments Uses technology appropriately Returns signed papers (Tally) in a timely manner Is prepared to work when class begins Implications for Gifted Students

The Georgia Performance Standards How To Support Target Help your child to prepare for Target the night before class. (Have supplies and homework ready!) Read Blog and Sign Target Tally Send in a couple of nutritious snacks. We have last lunch at around 12:35PM We will post needs for Target on our blog and wish list. Parent volunteers Implications for Gifted Students

The Georgia Performance Standards Prevailing Practices Gifted students should not be expected to make up missed regular classroom work or homework on scheduled Target day. Expect Target homework on Target day. Emphasize our commitment to this prevailing practice. ALSO explain long term projects, as well as how much time you expect ALP homework to take… STUDENTS WILL USE AGENDA from homeroom class to write down all ALP homework. Implications for Gifted Students

Focus for Fall 1st – Amelia Earhart 2nd – Every Move Matters 3rd - Robots/Coding 4th and 5th – Ignite / Novel Study

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind 4th and 5th grade students should purchase a copy of this novel. Bookmiser will have copies in stock. Available through Amazon and other book stores.

Parent Communication Target Website Target Tallies/Assignment Sheet The Georgia Performance Standards Parent Communication Target Website Target Tallies/Assignment Sheet Progress Reports E-mail Phone Calls Conferences Edmodo Online Reflections (SeeSaw, Edmodo, etc.) Remind The many ways we have of staying in touch with you! (the parents) Now…for the new target tally Implications for Gifted Students

Changes – A Class in Flux The Georgia Performance Standards Changes – A Class in Flux New students New classes Change of teachers Change of day Testing 1st Grade 8AM – 12:30PM Explain possible changes that may occur during course of year due to influx of new students from testing. (Self-explanatory) Implications for Gifted Students

Q & A The Georgia Performance Standards Q & A Period—very important to end the Open House on a positive note! Implications for Gifted Students

Thank you for coming!

4th and 5th Grade Parents Parents of 4th and 5th graders, please stay for our BYOD presentation. Parents of younger students are welcome to stay too, but BYOD is only for 4th and 5th grades.

Learning and Working in the 21st Century Classroom Bring Your Own Device Learning and Working in the 21st Century Classroom

What is the BYOD Program? BYOD is simply a program where students can bring their own personal devices on campus and connect them to the new school district wireless network that will allow filtered internet access.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) USES IN THE CLASSROOM Data organization tools Web-based applications for classroom polling and quick tests Audio for podcasting and radio broadcasts Video QR codes Digital storytelling Language learning Probe attachments for measuring data Course companion sites

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) BENEFITS Learning anytime, anywhere without schedule or access restrictions Personalized devices Devices are commonly more up-to-date with newer features Allows for immediate application in the classroom Competitive pricing of tablets, smartphones, and laptop computers- BYOD a viable option for many families Replicates a technology-rich environment already common in higher education and business Flexibility- supports different learners with different needs

BYOD Educational Impact More engaged and motivated students Students are held accountable for their learning, puts them in charge Encourages continued learning outside of the classroom walls Personalized; students tap into their individual learning preferences Helps students identify and master skills that will make them life-long learners Gives students a preview of how their future workplaces will operate

What devices can my child use? Laptop Chromebook Tablet Any internet capable device.

Who can bring their devices to school? Students must have a signed Cobb County BYOD Student/Parent agreement on file in the front office.

Do parents need to purchase a device? NO

What if my child’s device is stolen or damaged? Students bring personal electronic devices to school at their own risk, just like any other personal items. The school district will not be held responsible if a personal electronic (or other personal item) is lost, stolen, damaged, or misplaced.

Will a student be at a disadvantage if they don’t have a device? No. District curriculum remains the same. The district will continue to purchase supplementary textbooks, support materials, computers and software to support student learning. When electronic devices are used to enhance learning in the classroom, students without a personal device will be provided access to an appropriate district-owned device as needed individually, in pairs or as part of a group.

What network access will users have on their devices? Students will have access to district- filtered Internet access only by logging into the CCSDBYOD network. All “chat” and “IM’ing” capabilities have been disabled. Students cannot access Facebook or other social network sites. Students should not use a cellular network (3G, 4G,etc.) while at school.