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What is GEMS?

What is GEMS?. Unique Supportive Advanced . Unique. Middle schools in LEUSD. GEMS at EMS. Gifted students are clustered 5-10 per class. Gifted students make up the entire class for core subjects. GEMS Core Class Model. Math. Students travel in a group for these classes. Science. L/A.

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What is GEMS?

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  1. What is GEMS? Unique Supportive Advanced

  2. Unique Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Gifted students are clustered 5-10 per class Gifted students make up the entire class for core subjects

  3. GEMS Core Class Model Math Students travel in a group for these classes. Science L/A S.S.

  4. Unique Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Majority of classmates are the same age, not ability Classmates in core classes are true intellectual peers

  5. Unique Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Many gifted students feel like outsiders in middle school Most GEMS students feel they belong here at EMS

  6. Unique Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Gifted students often hide their ability, in order to fit in GEMS students are comfortable being smart.

  7. Supportive Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Gifted students often have difficulty finding friends who share their quirks. GEMS students form close friendships as they meet others who have similar interests

  8. Supportive Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Most teachers have limited exposure with gifted learners. GEMS teachers “get” your student We understand their unique needs.

  9. Supportive Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Many gifted students are the target of bullies during middle school. GEMS students support each other in class and on campus to aid with the difficult middle school years.

  10. Supportive Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Families of gifted students rarely meet each other GEMS parents are invited to regular meetings to help guide our program and support each other

  11. REVIEWS Each year we have siblings of current and former students apply to the program. Returning families

  12. Advanced Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Grade level curriculum is taught at a slower pace to allow all levels of students to learn. Grade level curriculum is taught at a faster pace with greater depth & complexity.

  13. Advanced Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Gifted students are often bored in class, waiting for classmates to catch up. GEMS students work at an accelerated pace keeping them engaged in learning.

  14. RESULTS – Spelling Bee Our students win consistently at district and county levels.

  15. RESULTS - Science Fairs Each year, our students win top awards at the district and county levels. We’ve sent a student to the State Science Fair 5 times in last 6 years!

  16. Advanced Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Gifted students do not express themselves in class due to negative peer pressure. Our classes of gifted learners bring about amazing discussions !

  17. Advanced Middle schools in LEUSD GEMS at EMS Opportunities for learning extension activities are limited. Hands-on projects & experiments are common for GEMS students

  18. 6th Grade – Arrowhead Ranch Focus of science curriculum is Earth Science 5 days in Arrowhead

  19. 7th Grade - CIMI Science Focus – Life Science 5 days on Catalina

  20. 8th Grade – Astro Camp Science Focus – Physical Science 3 Days in Idyllwild

  21. Extension Activities GEMS Electives Clubs ASB Activities

  22. ELECTIVES - TECH LAB Students get hands-on experiences in making projects in several technical fields: Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing, Graphics, Research & Development.

  23. ELECTIVES - TECH LAB

  24. ELECTIVES - COMPUTERS • Creating Documents • Graphics Art Design • Presentations • Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) • Animations • Creating Games • Video Production POWER POINT!!! HAHA

  25. Sample Animation Projects

  26. ELECTIVES - BAND We have beginning and advanced band available

  27. ASB - LEADERSHIP Elected and non-elected positions available to motivated students

  28. CLUBS We have a variety of clubs on campus. Drama Green Yearbook Video

  29. ACTIVITIES Spirit Days, Dances, After-school Science

  30. What’s Next?

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