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THE GIFTED MAGNET PROGRAM (GMP) AT HOLMES

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Gifted Magnet Program

An integrated, cross-curricular gifted and talented magnet program for grades 6-8 in core academic subjects provides:

  • Choice offerings for the most advanced learners
  • Best practices in gifted education
  • Opportunities for creative work
  • Tailored education for high-end learners who need a special challenging curriculum

School within a school model

Students ‘loop’ with teachers from grade to grade, creating an environment of trust and common expectations from year to year.

Integrated lessons dealing with the social and emotional development of gifted middle school students 

  • Excellent preparation for  all high school programs including IB, Honors, CU Succeed, and Advanced Placement classes

A place where students enjoy learning with their intellectual peers while focusing on exceeding Common Core and Colorado State Standards.

  • Aligned curriculum exceeds state common core content standards in depth & complexity
  • Rigorous program with high expectations for quality work
  • Options for content acceleration and differentiation in core classes
  • Research-based teaching strategies and best practices
Authentic projects – students produce real projects for real audiences.
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Dr. Karissa Rytting
328-7997
Karissa.Rytting@d11.org

 

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Melissa Gilbert
328-5691
Melissa.Gilbert@d11.org

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