Transcript of Unique Supportive Advanced What is GEMS? Unique Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS Gifted students...
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- Unique Supportive Advanced What is GEMS?
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- Unique Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS Gifted students are
clustered 5-10 per class Gifted students make up the entire class
for core subjects
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- Math Science L/A S.S. GEMS Core Class Model Students travel in
a group for these classes.
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- Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS Majority of classmates are
the same age, not ability Classmates in core classes are true
intellectual peers Unique
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- Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS Many gifted students feel
like outsiders in middle school Most GEMS students feel they belong
here at EMS
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- Unique Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS Gifted students often
hide their ability, in order to fit in GEMS students are
comfortable being smart.
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- Supportive Gifted students often have difficulty finding
friends who share their quirks. GEMS students form close
friendships as they meet others who have similar interests Middle
schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS
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- Supportive Most teachers have limited exposure with gifted
learners. GEMS teachers get your student We understand their unique
needs. Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS
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- Supportive Many gifted students are the target of bullies
during middle school. GEMS students support each other in class and
on campus to aid with the difficult middle school years. Middle
schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS
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- Supportive Families of gifted students rarely meet each other
GEMS parents are invited to regular meetings to help guide our
program and support each other Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at
EMS
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- REVIEWS Each year we have siblings of current and former
students apply to the program. Returning families
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- Advanced Grade level curriculum is taught at a slower pace to
allow all levels of students to learn. Grade level curriculum is
taught at a faster pace with greater depth & complexity. Middle
schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS
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- Advanced Gifted students are often bored in class, waiting for
classmates to catch up. GEMS students work at an accelerated pace
keeping them engaged in learning. Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at
EMS
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- RESULTS Spelling Bee Our students win consistently at district
and county levels.
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- RESULTS - Science Fairs Each year, our students win top awards
at the district and county levels. Weve sent a student to the State
Science Fair 5 times in last 6 years!
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- Advanced Gifted students do not express themselves in class due
to negative peer pressure. Our classes of gifted learners bring
about amazing discussions ! Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS
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- Advanced Opportunities for learning extension activities are
limited. Hands-on projects & experiments are common for GEMS
students Middle schools in LEUSDGEMS at EMS
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- 6 th Grade Arrowhead Ranch Focus of science curriculum is Earth
Science 5 days in Arrowhead
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- 7 th Grade - CIMI Science Focus Life Science 5 days on
Catalina
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- 8 th Grade Astro Camp Science Focus Physical Science 3 Days in
Idyllwild
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- Extension Activities Clubs Electives GEMS Activities ASB
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- ELECTIVES - TECH LAB Students get hands-on experiences in
making projects in several technical fields: Engineering,
Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing, Graphics, Research &
Development.
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- ELECTIVES - TECH LAB
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- ELECTIVES - COMPUTERS POWER POINT!!! HAHA Creating Documents
Graphics Art Design Presentations Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)
Animations Creating Games Video Production
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- Sample Animation Projects
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- ELECTIVES - BAND We have beginning and advanced band
available
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- ASB - LEADERSHIP Elected and non-elected positions available to
motivated students
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- CLUBS We have a variety of clubs on campus. Drama Green
Yearbook Video
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- ACTIVITIES Spirit Days, Dances, After-school Science
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- Whats Next?