Engage – Enrich – Extend

Mission Statement for Gifted and Talented Programming in
Jordan School District:

The Gifted and Talented Department in Jordan School District is dedicated to the growth of all students and is committed to promoting:

• Opportunities for all students to extend learning, explore new experiences, and discover talents and interests.  
• Targeted services for identified students, including opportunities to connect and collaborate in safe, positive, and supportive settings.
• Qualified teachers who participate in ongoing professional development and utilize researched-based instructional strategies.
• Challenging and engaging learning environments that include rigor, critical thinking, creativity, depth and complexity, problem-solving, choice, and real-world applications.
• Equitable policies and universal access for all students regardless of demographics, geography, socioeconomic status, gender, race, ethnicity, affiliation, and grade.