Talented & Gifted - Charles City Community School District

As part of our vision of the Charles City Community Schools, we want to develop competent, compassionate problem solvers. Our Talented and Gifted education program strives to meet this vision each day. Learn more about how our TAG program is helping TAG students excel.

Purpose

To fluidly identify Talented and Gifted students in the following areas:

General intellectual ability
Creative thinking
Leadership ability
Visual and performing arts ability
Specific ability aptitude

To provide flexible, appropriate, and challenging curriculum modifications
To provide extension opportunities
To provide students with social and emotional support

"The Talented and Gifted Program has given our children the opportunity to challenge themselves through unique learning opportunities that are tailored to them as individuals. Whether it be learning a new language, the game of chess, or reaching beyond their ability with a good book, Mrs. Prichard and Mrs. Grob have helped guide my children to work up to their potential and beyond." - Julie Mayhew, parent

Elementary School Programming

Flexible small group instruction
Differentiated instruction depending upon strengths (ie reading, math, engineering, technology)
Whole group instruction in collaboration with the classroom teacher
Battle of the Books

"I like having a challenge, doing things differently and being with people who enjoy more of a challenge." - Tinley Parker, Third Grade Student

Middle School Programming

Honors Level Reading class for 6th-8th grade students
Student Tour Guide Program
Algebra 8th
National History Day 5th-12th
National Geographic Bee 5th-8th
Science Bowl 6th-8th
Battle of the Books 5th-8th
Math Bee 6th

High School Programming

Independent Study Class (students design semester - long projects in a personal interest area)
Flexible movement between middle and high school orchestra, band, and choir programs

"The TAG program has given me many opportunities to challenge myself beyond the required classroom learning. The teachers recognize advanced students and create classes that allow them to move at a faster pace and a more difficult level. They also work with students to ensure they are able to fit both required and higher level classes into their schedules. Last year, my teacher created a language arts independent study that she taught me all year. Because of this, I was able to play in both the middle and high school orchestra. I am very grateful for the TAG program for offering students opportunities such as this." - Harper McInroy, High School student