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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?