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Peer reviewedJohnson, Barbara – Educational Leadership, 1977
Describes selected examples of successful programs for gifted/talented students now underway throughout the United States. (JG)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Exceptional Child Education, Gifted, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedCantrell, Mary Lou; Ebdon, Susan Austin; Firlik, Russell; Johnson, Diane; Rearick, Dianne – Educational Leadership, 1997
Designing projects around Gardner's multiple intelligences, a Connecticut school created a one-week summer camp where children can tap into their unique strengths. The Summer Stars program allows children ages 7-12 to choose materials and activities from many topics and to participate in one of three internships involving a discovery museum, a…
Descriptors: Educational Innovation, Elementary Education, Intellectual Development, Multiple Intelligences
Peer reviewedChandler, Kelly – Educational Leadership, 2000
By leaving school and home routines behind, a group of Maine elementary teachers have found grant-funded summer retreats an excellent source of renewal. Teachers have a chance to pursue chosen professional activities, participate in data- driven conversations, and spend time together with no competing concerns. (MLH)
Descriptors: Discussion, Elementary Education, Grants, Professional Development
Peer reviewedBottge, Brian A.; Osterman, Lynne – Educational Leadership, 1998
Three central Minnesota school districts, the Chamber of Commerce, business representatives, and public service organizations decided to help teachers translate workplace expectations into school lessons. The result was the "Relevance Counts Institute," which shows teachers specific occupational skills one day and employee applications…
Descriptors: Education Work Relationship, High Schools, Job Skills, Professional Development
