Many of the elementary schools within the district are full-functioning SEM schools. Enrichment opportunities are integral to the school goals and incorporated within the regular classroom. The faculty completes a Student Education Plan for each student in every classroom. Type I's and II's enhance the learning experience. A pull-out program allows students to meet one day a week for one hour.
Students leave their language arts classes to work in the resource room.
The students receive Type II training and development Type III products, services, or performances. Pull-out activities are tied strongly to the core curriculum. Talent Pool services third grade might revolve around science, while the fourth grade explores Junior Great Books, the fifth grade pursues Odyssey of the Mind, and the sixth grade receives debate training. At the beginning of the second semester, students' interests and needs are assessed and additional individual plans are developed for the students. Talent Pools also use mentors to work with students on their Type III activities.