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Gifted & Talented

Gifted and Talented Programming in the School District of Elmbrook


Mission

A great diversity exists among learners, necessitating different expectations for each. Therefore, the educational community has a responsibility to identify and develop the talents of those children who are gifted and talented in the areas of general intellectual ability, specific academic ability, creativity, artistic ability and leadership. Through Elmbrook's Gifted and Talented Program, qualitatively different experiences and opportunities are developed for such students. The primary objective is to develop the unique talents of each student.

Beliefs

Several beliefs form the basis of Elmbrook's Gifted and Talented Program:

  • The needs of the Gifted and Talented student are primarily met through differentiation by the classroom teacher in collaboration with support staff.
  • Early recognition of student needs is essential.
  • Identification of student capabilities is ongoing and continuous.
  • Multiple criteria are used to identify student needs.
  • Communication between the parent and classroom teacher regarding the child's learning needs is essential.
  • To help support this mission, Elmbrook is a member of PAGE.  PAGE is a consortium of parents, teachers and educators from CESA #1 districts working together to improve gifted education. PAGE annually provides speakers, organizes an opportunity fair (Cool Stuff for Kids), provides fun learning opportunities and donates books on gifted issues to area libraries.

Gifted & Talented Identification Process

Identification is an ongoing and continuous process to develop awareness of student capabilities and needs.  All students are considered for identification at all grade levels, and all students are considered for identification in any one or more of the five categories of giftedness recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Those areas are:

  • Intellectual
  • Specific academic
  • Visual/Performing Arts
  • Creativity
  • Leadership

Several factors may trigger the formal identification process such as standardized test performance and parent or teacher nomination.  Depending on a child's grade level and area of giftedness, standardized tests will be administered.  In all cases, a student must meet multiple criteira to be identified as gifted. For more details, please see the identification flow chart and/ or the district policy and practice statement on identification.

Gifted & Talented District Contacts

  • Dana Monogue, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, (262) 781-3030 ext. 1110
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  • Dr. Melanie Stewart, Director of Assessment and Student Learning, (262) 781-3030 ext. 1112
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Gifted & Talented High School Contacts

  • Elyce Moshella, Brookfield Central High School, (262) 785-3910 ext. 215
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  • Kelli Kwiatkowski, Brookfield East High School, (262) 781-3500 ext. 3831
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Gifted & Talented Parent Advisory Board (G/T PAB)

The Gifted & Talented Parent Advisory Board (G/T PAB) serves as a communication link between parents of G/T children and the School District of Elmbrook. Visit their webpage for more information, meeting dates and G/T PAB representatives at each school.

Events

Gifted & Talented Parent Advisory Board Events

PAGE Events

GT Related Resources

This page includes many resources that may be of interest to parents and students. Inclusion on this page or on the linked lists does not imply a District recommendation.  Parents are responsible for choosing content and classes that are appropriate for their children.

District Documents

Gifted & Talented Resource List -- updated 1/2010.  This list was compiled by the G/T PAB.  It contains many organizations and enrichment opportunities, both fun and educational.

PAGE - Elmbrook school district, along with many other CESA #1 districts, belongs to Parents Advocating for Gifted Education.  This organization sponsors a yearly speaker, enrichment events for kids, and an annual opportunity fair (Cool Stuff for Kids).  All parents and children of member districts are welcome to their events and meetings.

Gifted LearningLinks offered through Northwestern University, are enrichment courses offered throughout the year. Students have the opportunity to interact with online instructors and other students to complete collaborative projects and online discussions.  Classes are offered in many subject areas.  Click here for the Gifted LearningLinks Flyer with more details and a website link.

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