Realizing Excellence through Academic CHallenge (REACH) (Grades 4 and 5)

The REACH program is an interdisciplinary enrichment program for academically gifted and talented students. During the course of this full year program, students are pulled out of their regular classes in English language arts, science, and/or social studies for four periods per week to participate in various units of study designed according to principles addressing the needs of gifted students. Content is related to grand themes, abstract concepts, and real issues and includes the integration of multiple disciplines and cross curricular connections. The curricula covered in REACH is separate and apart from the regular education curricula offered by the district. Placement is determined by the Building Action Committee based on multiple measures. All students must re-qualify for each program annually.