We, the parents of gifted and talented students, are committed to a school environment that fosters excellence and the achievement of one's potential. We believe in the possibility of individual excellence and unique achievements and in the school's responsibility for fostering both. It is this belief that is the basis of the Country Lane Parent's Group for Gifted and Talented Education and which guides us in working with students, teachers and administrators to support and enhance existing curriculum. Every student should be helped to make the most of his or her potential.
All students have special talents and abilities to grasp abstract concepts symbols, and ideas.
Therefore, teachers, parents, and administrators must exert their own creative and intellectual abilities to challenge and motivate these young people. Provide differentiated instructional opportunities for GATE students. Support and utilize GATE students' intellectual, creative, and leadership talents as peer models. Develop sensitivity and responsibility to others. Develop and enhance self-esteem.