GT News 2/25/08 GT students are bringing home the annual parent survey. 5th and 6th graders received theirs Feb. 21, and 7th and 8th graders received theirs Feb. 22. The surveys will allow parents input on the GT program and serve to guide the GT advisory committee in proposing changes to the program. Surveys can be filled out and returned to me at either campus or sent directly to Tessie Young at the district's service center. Surveys are due Friday, February 29. Thank you in advance for taking the time to help us improve our services to your students. If you have any questions, please contact Christine Hansen. 2008 Yearbooks On Sale The BMS 2008 Yearbooks are now on sale.  This year’s book will feature a custom designed color hardcover and have all inside pages in color as well.  This is also the first time in several years that students will be able to buy name stamping for their yearbook for a low price of $5.00.  Last year students were given a chance to buy a supplemental autograph section to place in their books.  This year the 8 page self-adhesive booklet gives students the chance to have all of their friends sign their book without defacing the picture pages for only $3.00.  Books are on sale “B” days during A, B, and D lunches and before, during, and after school. The books are priced at $30.00 Contact Mrs. Hansen in Rm. 313 for more information or to purchase a book.  The price will go up after December 13 to $35.00. GT News GT students at BMS are offered two modes of service to fit their individual needs.  Students may enroll in PreAP classes in all four core content areas.  PreAP teachers have received thirty initial 30 hours of training in gifted/talented and maintain a six hour annual update.  Additionally, GT students can enroll in a GT elective class.  Here, students will pursue independent study projects, build relationships with other GT students, and have the opportunity to develop their individual strengths.  This is the first year that the elective classes have been split so that 7th graders and 8th graders can enroll in grade level sections.  Currently, students are learning about the multiple intelligence theory, Bloom’s taxonomy, and beginning research for their independent study project. I am planning an informational evening for parents of GT students at BIS and BMS in October.  I will post the date as soon as I confirm it with my principals.  If you have any questions, concerns, or issues about the GT program or your student, please contact me.  I am at BMS on “B” days but can always be reached by email. Christine Hansen BIS/BMS GT Teacher chanson@bastrop.esd.tenet.edu GT Information (Word document)