1. Kemp Elementary Gifted Program
Target Team: Ashley Dorsey, Anna Dickinson, Beth Okraski

2. Our Mission Continues to Be…
To prepare gifted students for an ever-changing global marketplace where they must be self-reflective, goal-oriented, problem-seekers and solvers.
While our standards and progress report have been updated, our mission remains the same.
Gifted Students should seek opportunities to become an informed, productive global community member.

3. Our gifted program is process-driven.
Our ultimate goal is for students to meet the standards.
The content and activities help us reach these goals.
The program may not look as it did in the past. Focus will be on the standards and performance tasks instead of units. We are not teaching content; we are teaching critical thinking and problem solving skills.

4. Gifted Standards

5. Cognitive Growth Standards Critical Thinking
Examples
Algebraic Thinking
Analyzing Mathematical Problems
Convergent Thinking
Logic
Analogies
Quotefalls
Divergent Thinking
Brainstorming
Visualization
Creative problem solving
Evaluative Thinking
Solving authentic problems
Emphasis on STEM, teamwork and technology
Relationships and Connections
Researching real world topics
Make connections
Develop solutions

6. Algebraic Thinking
Hands-On Equations (HOE) and Verbal Equations (3rd - 5th Grade)
Primary Algebra (1st & 2nd)

7. Affective Growth Standards Examples Communication Verbal/Nonverbal
Read and Respond
Write for a variety of purposes
Collaboration
Group participation
Decision making
Constructive feedback
Self-Reflection
Weekly Target Tally with reflection questions and goal setting
Respect for Others
Value individual differences
Respect input from others
Listen

8. Affective Growth Cont. Self-Directed Learners:
Establish and work toward short and long term goals
Persevere despite failure and adversity
Advocate for self
Set appropriately high standards for work and behavior
Take initiative to pursue new opportunities
Meets Target Student Expectations

9. Target Student Expectations
Has necessary materials and demonstrates responsibility for those materials
Has completed assignments-classwork and homework
Returns signed papers (Tally) each week
Brings snack, lunch, water bottle, jacket, etc. to Target class
Is prepared to work when class begins
Demonstrates pride in their work and behavior

10. Target Day There is NO typical Target Day.
These are just some of the components that make up our day and set it apart from the homeroom class. The Target curriculum is designed in units; therefore, you may see “carry over” from one week to the next.
Convergent, Divergent, Evaluative Thinking, and Relationships & Connections
Target Lunch time 11:40-12:10

11. Spring Semester Topics
1st Grade- Leonardo DaVinci, Renaissance Man
3rd Grade- The Adventures of Audrey Aims, Art Conservator
5th Grade- Shakespeare

12. Volunteers
We are ALWAYS looking for guest speakers for our theme topics. We would LOVE to have you support our topics whether it’s speaking to our kids or just providing information/insight.

13. Progress Report
Progress Reports correlate with our semester unit structure rather than each 9 week grading period.
Progress reports will go home with your child in May.
If we ever see a need to provide communication regarding your child’s progress with our unit/standards, we will certainly be in touch.

14. Home/School Communication
is always fastest.
Our goal is get back to you as soon as possible!
Target Tally
Teacher Blog

15. Resources for Parents
Raisin’ Brains: Surviving My Smart Family, by Karen L.J. Isaacson
Hoagies Gifted Education Page
SENG
Georgia Association for Gifted Children

16. Gifted Resources
On the left hand side of Kemp Elementary’s main page, parents can find “Advanced Learning Programs” as one of Kemp’s links.
From this link, the following is available:
A direct link to the Advanced Learning Program Resources
The gifted eligibility process and presentation
Links to the GAGC and NAGC
Resources and gifted standards

17. Thank you for attending!
Are there any questions?
We look forward to a semester!