Welcome to the No Excuses University at Los Penasquitos Elementary School
Gifted and Talented Education (GATE)
Gifted children are those who are exceptional due to their markedly greater than average cognitive potential or ability, and whose exceptionality engenders special educational needs that are not likely to be adequately met through the regular core curriculum. They require a modified, differentiated curriculum in order to ensure their school growth and success.
The purpose of GATE services in the PUSD is to identify and motivate highly able students to realize their full potential. The district seeks to formally identify and serve students whose cognitive aptitude is determined to be significantly beyond the level of their peers. Their academic achievement may or may not be commensurate with their ability at the time of identification. Differentiated Instruction and other services ensure that identified students achieve at levels commensurate with their abilities.
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2012-2013 GATE Testing Information
Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) involves services for students whose cognitive needs may require modified classroom curriculum and instruction to accommodate their learning differences and ensure their achievement. Parents may request GATE testing for students in grades 2-7.
2012– 2013 GATE Testing Information
Test Date (only 1 test opportunity)
Request Submission Window
Los Penasquitos Elementary
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
September 17 – November 16, 2012
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To request GATE testing for your child, complete a GATE Parent Questionnaire/Test Consent form online through
If you have questions, please contact Anthony Bayro abayro@powayusd.com.
- PUSD GATE Testing - Otis-Lennon School Ability Test (OLSAT) & Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test (NNAT)
- What Parents Need To Know About Curriculum Differentiation By Kathleen Patterson
- High Grades High Stress
For more information, please visit the district GATE information pages by following the link below. Poway Unified District GATE