All school buildings closed Mon., March 16 - Fri. April 30 | Remote Learning underway More Information

All school buildings closed Mon., March 16 - Fri. April 30 | Remote Learning underway

Posted: Thu, 03/12/2020 - 9:40pm

Governor Polis announced on Wednesday, April 1 that schools should plan on remote learning through at least April 30.

Given this, all school buildings will remain closed through at least April 30. The district will implement remote learning and modified operations starting Wednesday, April 1. 

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As a reminder, you can visit Community Letters & Resources for:

  • All up-to-date information

  • Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

  • A growing list of learning resources

  • Talking points and resources for families to talk to children about COVID-19 

  • Information about the district's grab and go food plan

During this rapidly evolving situation, more information will be communicated at the link above in the days and weeks to come.

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El Gobernador Polis anunció el miércoles, 1 de april que las escuelas deberían planear en aprendizaje remoto hasta por lo menos el 30 de abril. 

Dado esto, las escuelas permanecerán cerradas hasta por lo menos el 30 de abril. El distrito implementará aprendizaje remoto y operaciones modificadas el miércoles, 1ro de abril.

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Como recordatorio, puede visitar Cartas y recursos para la comunidad para:

  • Toda la información actualizada

  • Respuestas a preguntas frecuentes

  • Una lista creciente de recursos de aprendizaje

  • Temas de conversación y recursos para que las familias hablen con niños acerca de COVID-19

  • Información sobre el plan de comidas recoger y llevar del distrito

Durante esta situacion rapidamente cambiante, comunicaremos más información en el enlace anterior en los días y semanas por venir. 

Interruption Type: 
Safety
Date & Time: 
Thursday, March 12, 2020 (All day) to Thursday, April 30, 2020 (All day)

Gifted & Talented

Our School’s GT Coordinator(s) Contact Information

Name(s): Kim Hufford
Email(s): kim.hufford@adams12.org

When is GT testing in my school?

Universal Screening: In Adams 12 Five Star Schools, 2nd and 6th graders who are not already identified GT participate in the Universal Screening process for potential gifted and talented identification. Find more detailed information regarding Universal Screening in the Five Star District.

Parent/Staff/Student GT Recommendation: All students can participate in the GT identification process by submitting a complete body of evidence. Find more detailed information regarding the GT recommendation process in the Five Star District.

If you are interested in having your child be considered for the GT identification process you need to contact your GT Coordinator for school specific information.

Gifted & Talented Program Offerings

Advanced Curriculum & Extended Learning:  “The Vehicle”
Provides the depth and complexity needed to ensure meaningful academic growth
Our school offerings include: College Preparatory classes, Advanced Placement classes, STEM Pathways, Individualized Learning

Differentiated Learning Pathways:  “The Roadmap”
Provides an education at the appropriate level of readiness and challenge
Our school offerings include: Teachers and students can work together to differentiate the learning that takes place in the classroom.

Individualized Opportunities & Enrichment:  “The Customized Options”
Actively engages and motivates through interests and meaningful learning opportunities
Our school offerings include: Extended learning in different areas, clubs, GT Grants in order to pursue individual interests.

Social-Emotional Learning:  “The Destination”
Focuses on developing the whole child by balancing empowerment and accountability
Our school offerings include: Norse Success classes with other GT students, clubs, activities and athletics.  Counselors and the GT Coordinator are available for more individual support as needed.

GT Grant application

Students who are in the GT program and would like funding for any PBLs, projects, conferences, etc, may apply through this link.  You MUST have approval from a teacher involved in this project BEFORE submitting the application.

Grant Application