Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Program

Stone Avenue Elementary is proud to offer a Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program that supports the unique strengths, interests, and abilities of our students. The goal of the program is to challenge learners, foster creativity, and encourage a lifelong love of learning.

What GATE Provides
The GATE program ensures that students who need greater academic challenges receive the right level of support. In the classroom, teachers use differentiated instruction to provide advanced and engaging learning experiences. In addition, students have access to enrichment and extension opportunities offered at both the school and district levels.

Identification Process

• All students are screened for the GATE qualification in the 2nd grade.
  
  

• Students who qualify are provided with additional opportunities for enrichment and advanced learning.
  
  

Enrichment Opportunities

• We partner with a UCR  to provide optional enrichment activities and hands-on experiences.
  
  

• Students may take part in projects, workshops, and special events designed to build problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration skills.