Gifted Services Staff
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Mrs. Rosanne Poeschl
Mrs. Sally Williamsen
Mrs. Angela Meyers
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Mrs. Alaina Mehling
Mrs. Charity Preston
Intervention Services, Grades K-8
Services for students who are gifted with Superior Cognitive, Specific Academic, or Creative Thinking Ability
Gifted Intervention Specialists provide support to teachers as they plan and implement strategies and activities in accordance with students’ Written Education Plans. These are integrated services that take place in the classroom and are closely connected with the curriculum. Basic elements include differentiated instruction and the use of higher level thinking skills.
Direct Intervention Services, Grades 3-6
Services for students who are gifted with Superior Cognitive and/or Specific Academic Abilities in Mathematics
In addition to Intervention Services, these students are also provided with daily instruction in mathematics by a GIS in the context of a resource room. The focus for this group of students is the development of their mathematics skills and knowledge at a level consummate their ability level. Students will use general education curriculum that is modified to meet their needs.
Enrichment Opportunities
For students identified in selected areas, Sandusky City Schools participates in enrichment opportunities hosted by various organizations and institutions.
Options available for Junior High and Senior High School Gifted Students
Students with superior ability are served through comprehensive curriculum offerings at the Junior and Senior High levels. Honors classes in each of the academic disciplines are provided for students in Grade 7-12. Students in Grade 8 may take Algebra I. Sandusky High School offers a range of AP courses, Dual enrolment and PSEO (Post Secondary Enrolment Options). In addition, many extra-curricular options are available for these students.