Gifted and Talented Academy (GTA)

The advanced programs at North Middle School and Jenkins Middle School are designed on the Talent Development Model of Gifted Education, which recognizes that a student's giftedness may not be global. For example, a student may have areas of giftedness – in math, art, ELA, music, or leadership. The advanced programs at North and Jenkins use individualized scheduling. This process allows for greater access to instruction in areas of high aptitude. Students can participate in up to 6 advanced classes at different levels of acceleration. This research-based approach enables North MS and Jenkins MS to address the needs of each student individually.
GTA Application Process
- Timeline and Checklist Guide for Applying to the Gifted and Talented Academy (GTA)
- Please review the GTA Selection Criteria when applying to evaluate how competitive your application will be.
- GTA Application 2026-2027
- Applications open December 1 for Grades 6-8.
- Apply by February 15th.
- Gifted Talented Academy (GTA) Teacher Recommendation For 2026-2027
Family Resources and Events
Please contact Ray Sevits (raymond.sevits@d11.org) at North
Megan Goglio (megan.goglio@d11.org) at Jenkins
if you are interested in setting up a GTA shadow experience.
INTEREST FORM
Required
The GTA Applications and Teacher Recommendation Forms will re-open on August, 1.
