Gifted and Talented Education
The mission of our Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Services program is to identify gifted and talented students and engage them within a supportive community that strengthens and enhances their gifts and talents.
Read about our district's GATE program, FAQ and join the listserv to get updates and ideas via email.
Future Problem Solvers
What is it? Click here for a student created video to explain it to you!
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We had a wonderful year in FPS this year! Our Little Canada teams had a lot of fun and were very successful at both the regional and state competitions!
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2016/2017
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*Qualifying topic: It's All in the Genes
Regional Competition: Saturday, Jan. 28 8am-4pm @ RAMS
*Topic: 3D Printing *Click here for details
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State Competition: Saturday, March 25 8am-8pm @ St. Cloud Apollo HS
*Topic: Identity Theft
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End of the year picnic
GATE Resources
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GATE Online Community
Does your child want to connect with other gifted and talented students? Join the 'facebook of GATE' where they will explore STEAM topics and make friends world-wide.
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Click Here for CTD Backpacks Online
(This does require an annual fee, let me know if you need a scholarship.)
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News for Kids
Newsela is the best way for students to master nonfiction in any subject in English and Spanish.
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By combining real-time assessments with leveled content from premier daily news sources and eminent nonfiction publishers, Newsela makes reading to learn relevant, interesting, and effective regardless of interest or ability.
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