From the South Orange – Maplewood School District:
The Parenting Center and the South Orange – Maplewood elementary school PTAs present “Parents as Partners: Overview of Gifted and Talented Strategies” on Wednesday, November 18 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. at Clinton Elementary School (27 Berkshire Road, Maplewood).
Assistant Superintendent Susan Grierson and Gifted and Talented Education Expert Alison Brown will explain SOMSD’s new, more strategic and comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of students with exceptional abilities in our elementary schools.
Statement of Philosophy
The South Orange Maplewood School District is committed to providing appropriate and challenging learning opportunities for all students. Rather than providing a one-size-fits-all approach to learning, we believe that every student is entitled to receive what they need in order to be successful. Utilizing a multi-faceted approach to gifted and talented program, SOMSD identifies and makes provisions for students in each grade level who possess or demonstrate exceptionally high levels of ability across various subject areas, as compared to their peers within the district. Programming is continually assessed, reviewed and modified as necessary.
