Gifted and Talented Education
Amy Wingard
GT Facilitator
Third Grade GT Teacher
(405) 354-6608 ext. 1077
amy.wingard@yukonps.com
Yukon Public Schools is committed to providing opportunities that support the full development of the intellectual, academic, creative, leadership, and visual arts/ performing arts abilities of our students. We are committed to offering programming options that support a differentiated learning environment for students who have been identified as gifted and talented according to the guidelines set forth by the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
Goals
Objectives
- Develop high-level thinking skills, creative thinking skills, problem-solving skills and decision-making skills.
- Strengthen communication skills.
- Expand students’ interests and strengths through research.
- Promote self-esteem, self-direction, leadership skills and group dynamics.
- Provide an environment conducive to the development of autonomous learning.
- Provide an environment conducive to the development of talent and creative ability.
- Develop an appreciation and understanding of different cultures, environment, values, thoughts, and philosophies.
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