Gifted and Talented Education (GATE)
Noreen Walton, Director
Lynn Hopewell, Administrative Assistant
lhopewell@powayusd.com
15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 521-2800 x2740
2012-13 After the Test - Frequently Asked Questions
2012-13 GATE Identification Process:
Online Test Registration is September 17 - November 16th.
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Current Status of GATE
During this time of state fiscal crisis, the state of
California has enacted legislation that allows districts to
use many state categorical program funds for general
education purposes, to assist in balancing budgets. The
funding flexibility has been approved for a 5-year period,
through the June 30, 2013 (Senate Bill X3 4).
The PUSD will continue to identify students for GATE and
provide appropriate differentiated instruction in GATE
cluster classrooms for GATE identified students. However,
funding resources will not be available for enrichment or
supplemental curriculum purchases.
In grades 3-5, GATE identified students are placed, as
clusters, within otherwise heterogeneous classrooms. GATE
students in grades 6-8 will also be placed into
heterogeneous cluster classes, with the possible option of
some homogeneous groupings in Language Arts and Social
Science. Middle school mathematics courses are structured
such that all students are placed according to
individual mathematical ability and achievement. Science,
Physical Education, and elective classes are completely
heterogeneous.
At the high school level, gifted students are encouraged to
participate in honors and/or advanced placement courses in
their areas of interest/expertise. GATE Coordinators serve
as resources for teachers, parents, and students, as well as
monitor GATE student achievement. Specific class placement
needs are best discussed with school guidance counselors, as
gifted students should focus their learning and class
schedules in preparation for higher education and/or career
opportunities.
