Mendenhall Middle School AG Information Session
Learn about the Team for Academically Gifted (TAG) at Mendenhall Middle School. Discover the role of TAG members, services provided to AG students, and the importance of Differentiated Education Plans (DEP) for gifted students in middle school. Get insights into AG course descriptions for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades, along with differentiation strategies in the classroom.
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WELCOME TO MENDENHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL S AG INFORMATION SESSION
Your child will be supported by teachers, staff, and .. TAG TAG The Team for Academically Gifted The Team for Academically Gifted
TAG TAG members include: Administrator Administrator Chairperson Chairperson Counselor Counselor Curriculum Facilitator Curriculum Facilitator Teacher Rep from each grade level Teacher Rep from each grade level ESL/ EC Teacher ESL/ EC Teacher Parent Rep Parent Rep members include:
TAG will serve as a decision-making team for gifted services at the school level. TAG provides support and advice to AG students, their parents, and their teachers. TAG members serve as advocates for gifted services and delegates for the school staff. TAG ensures that services and documentation within the school comply with the current board approved AG Plan. Role of TAG
TAG continuously checks an updated roster of AG students. Most students on the roster are eligible and receiving services. Other students may be in the process of being screened or having records sent from other states. You will be asked to sign a DEP (Differentiated Education Plan). This documentation shows that your child is receiving services in middle school.
6thGRADE: ADVANCED LANGUAGE ARTS 6 ACCELERATED MATH 6 AIMM MATH VS AIMM at THE ACADEMY AT LINCOLN AG COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
7th GRADE: ADVANCED LANGUAGE ARTS 7 Pre-Algebra Algebra 1 AG COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
8th GRADE: ADVANCED LANGUAGE ARTS 8 ALGEBRA I ALGEBRA II (prerequisite Algebra I) AG COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Differentiation in the Classroom 9 Schools are given guidance for how to group AG students in classes. ELA and Math teachers must complete Annual Plans to communicate the primary strategies that willbe used to differentiate the content, processes, and/or products each quarter. The Differentiated Education Plan (DEP) communicates in which classes an individual student receives AG differentiation.
Score 95th percentile or higher (achievement or aptitude) or 125 or above on an IQ test to qualify. If previously participated in the grades 4-6 Talent Identification Program (TIP) student does not have to re-enroll for grade 6 Student must re-qualify for the grades 7-8 TIP There is a grades 9-12 TIP after middle school, too Duke TIP (www.tip.duke.edu) 10
GCS Pathways for AG Eligibility-Middle School (6-8) Reading achievement: 85th percentile or greater (EOG) Math achievement: 85th percentile or greater (EOG) Teacher Observation Tool minimum score After the End of Grade tests, students in grades 6 & 7 are reviewed for possible eligibility for the AG program.
Very strong Academically Gifted Students (Grades 4-8) may receive services at The Academy at Lincoln: Requirements- Aptitude: 97th percentile or greater Reading Achievement: 97th percentile or greater Math Achievement: 97th percentile or greater Science and Social Studies Achievement: separate achievement scores or a composite score of 95th percentile or greater Grades: Average of A in each of four core subjects
Middle School Service Model Advanced courses are offered in English Language Arts and Math in all grade levels. Science and Social Studies are differentiated for AG students in the classroom setting. Students are not pulled out of class to go to an academically gifted setting.
Differentiation in the Classroom Schools are given guidance for how to group AG students in classes. ELA and Math teachers must complete Annual Plans to communicate the primary strategies that will be used to differentiate the content, processes, and/or products each quarter. The Differentiated Education Plan (DEP) communicates in which classes an individual student receives AG differentiation.
All students receiving AG services must strive to work to his or her potential. Passing grades must be maintained in all Core subjects. Teachers will work closely with TAG to implement strategies to foster success for any struggling student. EXPECTATIONS
Extracurricular Opportunities 16 Odyssey of the Mind Battle of the Books Science Investigation Team National Junior Honor Society Chess Club Student Council
IF there is a question or concern? 1.Talk with your child 2. Contact the classroom teacher 3. Contact the principal 4. Contact the AG Department at 370- 8361 Lisa Eilers, Coordinator; eilersl@gcsnc.com Dibrelle Tourret, Executive Director; tourred@gcsnc.com Lisa Merritt, TAG Representative; merritm@gcsnc.com
For additional information: www.gcsnc.com (parent link) for handbook and AG webpage The Survival Guide for Parents of Gifted Kids- by Sally Y. Walker Perfectionism:What s Bad About Being Too Good? By Miriam Adderholdt-Elliot, PhD. The Roller-Coaster Years: Raising Your Child Through the Maddening yet Magical Middle School Years by Charlene Gianetti and Margaret Sagarese Exceptionally Gifted Children by Miraca Gross
