Hainesport Township School District

The Hainesport Township School District is committed to an educational program that develops critical thinkers and independent, lifelong 21st century learners. Each individual possesses a variety of intelligences, as well as a unique learning style, temperament, and pattern growth and development. Students of all ages need to learn at their instructional level with pace and depth of content matching and challenging their abilities while using complex skills, such as problem-solving, collaboration/teamwork, communication, and critical thinking. The mission of the program is to challenge, inspire, and support advanced learners—while providing meaningful enrichment opportunities for all students.

 

 

Grades K–1
✔ Enrichment for all students through push-in activities
✔ Focus on creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving

Grades 2–8

✔ Small group instruction (2 Days a Cycle - 40 Minute Periods Each)
✔ Advanced learning opportunities for identified students
✔ Engaging enrichment experiences across subject areas

✔ Meaningful real-world connections 

 

 

Grade 2 (Start of Year)
➡ All students participate in universal screening

Grade 5 (End of Year)
➡ All students participate in universal screening

Assessment Includes:
• NCAAT-3 (computer-based test)
• Teacher GATES Rating Scale
• Final Grades
• Grade 5 only: NJSLA Scores

New Student Referrals

Students in Grades 3, 4, 6, 7, and 8 may be referred if newly enrolled.

✔ Referral by parent or teacher
✔ Eligible after 3 months of enrollment

 

 

 

Students in the G&T Program will:

✔ Sign an annual participation contract
✔ Be responsible for making up any/all missed classwork and activities
✔ Maintain strong academic performance

✔ Exhibit satisfactory performance in both general education and TAG classes

 

 

 

 

 

 

Allison Tate-Curriculum Supervisor   tate@hainesport.k12.nj.us

Danielle Haversang-TAG Instructor  haversang@hainesport.k12.nj.us