Class of 2014 Resources for Parents of Gifted

Children

The Academy for the Intellectually

Gifted @ P.S. 122Q

How did our most recent graduating class do?

94% were admitted to Specialized High Schools, Screened programs, or prestigious private schools. Most of our graduates are attending the following high schools:

Stuyvesant High School Bronx High School of

Science Brooklyn Tech High School Townsend Harris Bard High School Early

College High School of American

Studies at Lehman College Fiorello H. LaGuardia H.S.

NYS and NYC Standardized Tests: 100% of our students took

and passed the Earth Science Regents, Integrated Algebra and Algebra 1 Regents

100% of our students passed the Spanish Proficiency Examination

99% of our students met or exceeded the standards in ELA

*Since two NYS Math Regents were administered in June 2014, 8th grade students were exempt from the NYS Standardized Math Test.

The following websites can provide you with excellent guidance related to the needs of your gifted child. At The Academy we feel confident that we embody the principles described by these organizations and utilize the best practices supported by their research. National Association for Gifted Children Phone: (202) 785-4268 Email: nagc@nagc.org Website: www.nagc.org Hoagies Gifted Education Website: www.hoagiesgifted.org Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted Phone: (845) 797-5054 Email: office@sengifted.org Website: www.sengifted.org

“The energy of the mind is the essence of life.”

-Aristotle

The Academy @ P.S. 122Q 21-21 Ditmars Blvd Astoria, NY 11105

http://mamiefayps122.wordpress.com

Q&A

Q: What makes your middle-school gifted program different from others in the district?

A: Our G&T program was the first ever in the district. Our school and its teachers have been teaching gifted students for more than 30 years. As a result, the unique needs of our student population are understood very well. The NAGC (National Association for Gifted Children) gifted standards served as our guidepost when creating the nurturing environment in which our students thrive. These standards continue to shape everything we do.

Q: How are students assessed at your school?

A: Our educators use a variety of assessments in order to gather the best information possible about our students’ progress. These include pre- and post-assessments, performance-based and product-based tasks, as well as out-of-level assessments. Furthermore, our commitment to and use of project-based learning (PBL) experiences has increased with each passing year.

Q: How does your school help students develop a sense of self-understanding?

A: We place a high-value in helping students identify their areas of interest, strengths, and talents. Among other strategies, we use learning style and interest surveys, and develop activities that match each student’s developmental level.

“The G&T program at P.S. 122 helped me grow into the person I am today; well spoken, excited to learn, and socially confident. I owe a lot of my success to the influence of the wonderful

teachers there!”

-Morgan Geraghty Barnard College (Columbia University)

Class of 2018

The Academy for the Intellectually Gifted at P.S. 122 has always set high academic standards for its students. However, we also insist on placing a great deal of emphasis on enhancing the environment that has helped generations of students discover themselves. To that end we: • Use enrichment options to

improve learning opportunities in and outside the school;

• Create ample opportunities for self-exploration and the pursuit of personal interests;

• Establish an environment where societal issues are discussed and personal responsibility cultivated;

• Place students in settings to ensure that they are exposed to intellectual, artistic, and creative peers;

• Encourage involvement in a variety of activities that require the use of leadership skills.

“My teachers challenged me to think in unprecedented ways, paralleled only by a few of my

college classes. Prior to 122, I had no idea the extent of my potential,

and without these formative years, I would most certainly not be a Math

& Philosophy major at Yale University.”

-Chandler Gregoire

Yale University Class of 2017

Here is a sample of some experiences your children will enjoy at The Academy as a result of the evidence-based practices previously enumerated:

• Service Learning/Civics • Mindfulness • Visual Art, Music, Theater, Vocal, and Dance Classes • Student Government • Yearbook Committee • Debate Club • School-Based Community Service • Chess • Newspaper • Math Team • Gardening • National Junior Honor Society

“I never hesitate to take the opportunity to visit the place where the foundation for a successful

academic career and fulfilling life was established.”

-Mihalis Alisandratos Princeton University

Class of 2018