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Gifted and Talented

Gifted Education (GATE Program)

Chapter 16 of the Pennsylvania School Code recognizes that gifted students require specially designed instruction tailored to their individual academic and intellectual needs. As stated in the Code, “Gifted education shall enable them to participate in acceleration or enrichment, or both, as appropriate, and to receive services according to their intellectual and academic abilities and needs.”

The Rochester Area School District’s GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) Program is designed to support students with high academic potential by providing a blend of in-class enrichment and out-of-class learning opportunities.

  • Within the regular classroom, gifted students are encouraged to pursue academic excellence through differentiated instruction and enrichment activities.

  • Beyond the classroom, students engage in higher-level thinking, problem-solving tasks, and real-world applications that challenge them to extend their learning.

This dual approach ensures a well-rounded educational experience that promotes both academic achievement and intellectual growth. The goal is to help students transfer knowledge from classroom learning to real-life problem-solving, while fostering a lifelong love of learning.