Self-contained programs are designed to provide the basic academic curriculum for students qualified for participation. Students in elementary and middle school self-contained classes receive their entire instructional program under the supervision of teachers certified or endorsed in gifted education. Self-contained GATE classes for Spanish dominant and bilingual students are offered at Hollinger Elementary. Self-contained GATE classes for bilingual students are offered at Pistor Middle School. Middle School GATE Resource Part-time GATE resource programs are available at all middle schools.
Programs typically consist of one class period daily.
Parents should consult with their neighborhood middle school or the GATE office to determine program options. High School GATE Block GATE block classes for English and Humanities are offered at all neighborhood high schools for students in ninth and tenth grades. The GATE block typically consists of one hour of English and one hour of history, Western Civilization freshman year and Non-Western Civilization sophomore year. High school students may register for GATE block classes through the registration process. High school counselors should be consulted for information on participation in GATE block classes.