Delivery of instructionWhole Group EnrichmentWhole group instruction is delivered to the entire class. These lessons provide students with the opportunity to explore topics not typically covered in the traditional curriculum.
Small Group InstructionStudents who are formally identified through the assessment criteria may participate in small group instruction. This project-based learning and problem solving takes place in the gifted teacher's classroom. Students do miss class time.
Does my child have to make up classwork?It depends...
Students are eligible for participation in the gifted and talented program through a combination of factors, including their demonstration of mastery of grade level work. In most cases, children who leave the classroom to participate in GATE are responsible for the content but not necessarily the product. Middle school students are expected to reach out to their classroom teacher, gather any missed work and complete it if that is required. Regarding field trips: Students are required to make up any missed work in a timely fashion. Differentiation
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Enrichment opportunitiesHarmony Township School offers accelerated and/or enrichment opportunities to a variety of students. Some activities are geared towards formally identified gifted and talented students. Other activities are available to a wider range of students based on interest and aptitude. In this way, HTS is reaching all learners in a manner that best suits their educational needs.
WCCSESee Field Trip page for dates, permission slips, etc.
Marvelous Math (2), Math-a-Magicians (3), Invention Expo (4), Phabulous Physics (3 & 4), Strategic Thinking Day (5), Debates (6-8), Battle of the Minds (5-8), Battle of the Books (3-8) HarmonyK-8: Drama Club, Talent Show, Ski Club
3-8: Chess Club 5-8: Advanced Band, Senior Chorus, Robotics 6-8: Archery, Student Council, Year Book (8) 7-8: Teen Arts AssessmentReport Cards?In the core classes, students are bound by strict curriculum requirements and traditional grading systems. The project-based GATE experiences shall not be limited by the use of traditional report cards. Instead, students will have ongoing opportunities to explore, create, build, and experience failure in a secure environment not dependent of grades. It is the GATE program's model and belief system that the deepest learning experiences can emerge from failure as demonstrated in the following video:
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Reasons for Removal:
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What opportunities will my child have if they qualify?
Small group and whole group instruction. Various field trips.
What opportunities will my child have if they do not qualify?
Small group and whole group instruction. Various field trips.
What opportunities will my child have if they do not qualify?
- Classroom Differentiation
- STEAM initiatives conducted in the whole group setting with Mr. Tucker and Ms. Piazza
- Various HTS clubs/activities offered to students based on interests and aptitude