What is Talent Development like in the school?
CMS uses the Catalyst model within the home school. In this model, implementation of the TD program is a joint effort by the classroom teachers and the Talent Development (TD) teachers who use the technique of "consultation and collaboration" as they develop curriculum and participate in professional development. The Catalyst model allows the classroom and TD teachers to design and implement frequent differentiated educational experiences for gifted children.
How do students qualify for the TD Program?
In Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools elementary students are identified when they demonstrate extraordinary problem solving or aptitude in a combination of areas including intellectual, academic, leadership, artistic, creativity, language arts, and math. The majority of identification takes place in the second grade; there are additional screenings in the fourth grade and on an as-needed basis. CMS use a variety of instruments to identify second grade students. These include Standardized Testing (the Cognitive Abilities Test, and the Iowa Test of Basic Skills), a nationally normed Gifted Rating Scales, and a student-created portfolio.
If you have more questions about the identification of gifted students, or the gifted program at Oakhurst contact Ms. Grant.
CMS uses the Catalyst model within the home school. In this model, implementation of the TD program is a joint effort by the classroom teachers and the Talent Development (TD) teachers who use the technique of "consultation and collaboration" as they develop curriculum and participate in professional development. The Catalyst model allows the classroom and TD teachers to design and implement frequent differentiated educational experiences for gifted children.
How do students qualify for the TD Program?
In Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools elementary students are identified when they demonstrate extraordinary problem solving or aptitude in a combination of areas including intellectual, academic, leadership, artistic, creativity, language arts, and math. The majority of identification takes place in the second grade; there are additional screenings in the fourth grade and on an as-needed basis. CMS use a variety of instruments to identify second grade students. These include Standardized Testing (the Cognitive Abilities Test, and the Iowa Test of Basic Skills), a nationally normed Gifted Rating Scales, and a student-created portfolio.
If you have more questions about the identification of gifted students, or the gifted program at Oakhurst contact Ms. Grant.