Eighth grade students also participate in the Future Problem Solving Competition. Students who qualify may be enrolled in special art and music classes in grades 4-5. These classes meet one period per week at each school. Programs are designed to enrich and expand the regular curriculum. The instruction frequently has students involved in special projects which emphasize creativity.
Students work independently and in small groups.
This regional summer program is provided for a limited number of identified gifted students in grades 3-6. Children from Suffolk, Franklin, Isle of Wight County and Southampton County attend classes four days a week for three weeks during the summer. Visiting speakers and field trips are also important components of the program. Students work cooperatively to explore topics of their choice and they share their discoveries and findings with peers, parents, and the community. Because of the advanced level of these courses, students can earn weighted grades.