Mineral Wells ISD

Gifted and Talented Program

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"Supporting advanced learning for all students and meeting the unique needs of gifted and talented learners."

PProgram Goals The Mineral Wells Independent School District gifted program strives to equip students to: • Develop and use critical and creative thinking skills in advanced content; • Develop skills that allow students to create and express self-directed learning and thinking through research and communication; • Develop and present innovative ideas and products of high quality effectively; • Develop leadership skills that will allow for collaboration and problem-solving in group settings; • Develop respect and understanding for self and others, enabling students to function as productive citizens.     Mineral Wells Independent School District remains committed to developing new strategies in an effort to:   • Ensure students quality instruction by providing effective, on-going professional development for all Advanced Placement (AP) and G/T teachers;   • Challenge students academically through rigorous and relevant coursework; • Encourage students to explore their individual interests by offering an array of learning opportunities through Pre-AP/AP, Dual Credit and Independent Study in English options.             Patrice Trickey District Gifted & Talented Coordinator Mineral Wells ISD District Services Complex 906 Southwest 5th Avenue Mineral Wells, TX 76067 (940) 325-6404 ext. 5152 ptrickey@mwisd.net