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Ronald E. McNair High

Dekalb County Schools

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Gifted Liasion: K. Bradford 
Phone Number: 678-874-4945

Gifted Administrator: Yvette Buoy
Phone Number: 678-874-4914


The curriculum has an academic contest foundation that focus in interdisciplinary enrichment activities.
 
Advanced Content: Students are grouped on the basis of achievement. The classes include both gifted and non-gifted students.
 
Cluster Grouping: Gifted-identified students are placed in a group into an otherwise heterogeneous classroom. Evidence in differentiation is indicated in lesson plans.

Advanced Placement (AP): Syllabi are provided by the College Board. Classes can include gifted-identified students.
 
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Courses: Classes can include gifted-identified students.

  • Gifted Coded Courses:
    • Amer Lit;
    • AP Lang;
    • 9-10th Lit;
    • AP Lit;
    • AP Stats;
    • Bio;
    • Multicultural;
    • AP Human;
    • Chem;
    • US Hist;
    • Amer Govt;
    • World Geo
  • Gifted Eligibility Criteria
    • The DeKalb County School District’s gifted identification process begins with the achievement category using the Northwest Evaluation Association Measures of Academic Progress (MAP). The student must earn > 90% Reading and/or > 90% Math to be considered for further evaluation in the areas of mental ability, creativity and motivation.
      • Achievement
        • Minimum score of 90th percentile (or higher) on the total reading, total math, or complete composite
      • Mental Ability
        • Minimum score of 96th percentile (or higher) in at least one sub-test area.
      • Creativity
        • Minimum score of 90th percentile (or higher) on an assessment for creativity.
      • Motivation
        OR
      • Grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, using an average of core grades over the previous two school years in English, math, science, social studies, and foreign language if applicable (Grades 6-12)

  • Instructional Focus
  • Parent/Student/Teacher Resources


    • DCSD Families and Staff,

    Unlock the Potential of Gifted Students!
    Join the Gifted Department in the Division of Student Services for Gifted Education Information Night on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This engaging virtual session is designed to give you insights into the gifted identification process and the unique ways we support gifted students across DeKalb County School District.
    Why Attend?
    • Discover the characteristics of giftedness and learn how students are identified.
    • Get practical tips on how you can support gifted students both at home and in school.
    • Connect with other parents, guardians, and staff members interested in nurturing gifted education.
    Event Details:
    • Date:  Tuesday, November 12, 2024
    • Time:  6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Location:  Online
    Whether you are new to gifted education or looking to deepen your understanding, we invite all DCSD families and staff to join us for this online session. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing valuable information on supporting our gifted students.

Mathematics

Math Department