Application Timeline

    • February 12, 2024: Applications open for the FLEX Self-Contained Gifted Program
    • February 15, 2024: Future Charger Night at Cholla Middle School-4:30-6:30pm: Future Chargers Night at Cholla - 7th-8th grade FLEX program open house with Ms. McKeever
    • April 1, 2024: FLEX applications due
    • April19, 2024: Acceptance letters and emails for FLEX program 

FLEX Gifted Program Application (7th-8th grade)

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  • The Washington Elementary School District provides services for all school-age students identified as gifted in verbal, quantitative, and/or non-verbal reasoning. The Flex Program is included in that continuum of services. What makes the Flex Program unique is that it is designed specifically for gifted 7th – 8th graders who are considered to be highly-gifted.

    Program Description: Coursework includes a language arts and social studies integrated block, advanced inquiry-based science course and higher level math classes. In addition, students design, investigate and create independent study projects based on individual interest.

    Program Philosophy: Every student deserves the appropriate educational opportunities to enable achievement commensurate with ability and to be challenged with the academic rigor they need. The end goal is to produce a self-directed, assertive, productive learner who is a contributing member of society. The necessary educational differentiation and opportunities to interact and work with peers provides these students with an appropriate, effective educational experience.

     
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  •  If you have any questions please email rowe.vanmeter@wesdschools.org or call 602-347-2651.
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Entrance Criteria

    • At least 95th percentile in one area of giftedness, plus 90th percentile or higher in a second area, plus 80th percentile or higher in a third area on a state approved gifted assessment
    • Completed application
    • Demonstration of the Habits of a Scholar
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  • FLEX Application form 

    1) Letter from the student describing why they would like to join the Flex Program and how they exhibit the Habits of a Scholar
    2) A video showing one-three samples of student work

    3) Teacher recommendation (email link to teacher).  

     

  • Teacher Recommendation

    Please provide this link to a teacher who knows your child and their abilities well. The teacher needs to complete the Google Form and submit it before the end of the application process. If your child's application is missing a teacher recommendation, you will be advised during review and have an opportunity to select another teacher to email.

     

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