Enrichment (High Ability Learner)
Beatrice Public Schools is committed to educational opportunities that recognize the individual characteristics of students and strives to advanced to the fullest all aspects of the student's development.
What is Enrichment Education?
Enrichment education is designed to extend the learning environment for high potential students. Services are defined as being expanded learning experiences for students who are capable of studying in-depth matters of an academic and creative nature.
Program Goals
The District shall attempt to provide educational experiences for students through the following goals:
Assessing and identifying students of high academic ability in grades 4-12.
Providing services for identified students that incorporate curriculum modifications/accommodations, teaching methods, activities, and/or instructional materials to meet the needs of high ability learners.
Communicating the various aspects and successes of the program for high ability learners to staff, students, parents, and the community.
Evaluating program goals, activities, materials and procedures.
Recognizing and nurturing educational excellence.
Program Selection Process
Phase I – Screening
Students who have one of the following characteristics will be screened:
Achievement level of 85th percentile or higher on a district approved standardized achievement test in the areas of reading, mathematics, and/or language arts
Nomination(s) by teacher, parent, self, or peer using a specific list of characteristics
Phase II – Data Analysis
Further analysis of data is conducted using district approved multiple criteria:
Achievement Assessment
Teacher Rating Scale
Phase III – Identification
Identification will be based on the assessments and the teacher evaluation.
Phase IV – Placement
Parents/guardians of newly identified students will receive a letter of placement every year as required by the Nebraska State Department of Education.
Online Resources for Enrichment Education
Enrichment (HAL) Programs
Grade Level | Program/Opportunities | Activities/Extensions |
|---|---|---|
Kindergarten - 3rd Grade | Students are primarily served in regular classrooms with consulting services provided to teachers by building HAL facilitators. Additional enrichment is provided as needed. | - No specific activities listed; support and enrichment provided in consultation with teachers. |
4th & 5th Grade | Identified students in the Enrichment (HAL) program participate in activities designed to challenge their abilities, including literature groups, math and logic activities, field trips, and small group seminars. Academic competitions are conducted with grade-level teachers. | - Academic Extension: Best Possible Summer Learning, Continental Math, Edgerton, National Geographic Bee, Science Camp, Sum Dog, Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl, Zoo to You |
Middle School | The Enrichment (HAL) program provides challenging educational experiences to encourage students to learn, challenge themselves, and contribute positively to society. Services include classroom differentiation, collaboration, seminars/independent studies, and competitions. | - Academic Extension: Continental Math League, e-Cyber Mission, Math Counts, Mouse Trap Cars, Patriot's Pen Writing Contest, Quiz Bowl, S.T.E.M. Day, Summer Science Camp |
High School | Students can participate in honors classes (English and Math) and enroll in college-level AP classes (grades 10-12). Academic competitions challenge and enrich individual areas of talent. Classroom teachers, building coordinators, and specialists assess student potential and design learning options. | - No specific activities explicitly listed, but opportunities include advanced coursework, AP classes, and academic competitions tailored to individual talents. |