GATE Vision and Goals

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Vision Statement

The Etiwanda School District is committed to fostering equitable practices and promoting high standards in curriculum instruction, performance, and personal behavior. Our vision is to ensure that every student, regardless of their background or circumstances, has equal opportunities to achieve academic excellence and cultivate respect for themselves and others. We strive to empower students to become valuable contributors to our culturally diverse society, while recognizing and valuing their unique strengths and perspectives. Achieving these goals requires a collaborative effort among students, parents, staff, and the broader community, as we work together to create an inclusive educational environment that supports the development of these qualities in all students.

Goals
The goals of Etiwanda’s Gifted and Talented Education are listed below.

  • To foster a healthy self-concept which enables students to accept their abilities and areas for growth.

  • To expand upon the skills needed to develop productive interpersonal relationships and advance leadership abilities.

  • To provide differentiated opportunities for learning commensurate with the qualities typical to those identified as gifted and talented.

  • To further develop and enhance problem-solving skills.