Gifted and Talented
TIDE provides students with engaging, project-based enrichment opportunities that extend beyond the traditional classroom experience. Our goal is to foster creativity, innovation, and critical thinking while challenging students to explore their strengths and talents. Students selected for TIDE will meet with enrichment teachers two to three times a month during “pull-out” sessions, while also having access to collaborative experiences offered through our district’s partnership with the Shore Consortium for the Gifted and Talented.
Every student considered for TIDE is evaluated annually using multiple measures that reflect their academic ability, creativity, and potential. Our teachers and administrators remain committed to creating a variety of opportunities for all students to excel in their areas of interest and strength.
Students are re-evaluated annually using multiple measures to ensure they continue to benefit from the program. Once students qualify within a grade band (K-2, 3-5, or 6-8), they remain participants for the duration of that band. To continue in TIDE, students must requalify at the entry points of grade 3 and grade 6 before moving into the next grade band.
All students identified in one or more areas of TIDE will be notified by September 26, 2025.
Students were selected to participate in TIDE for STEM based on the multiple measures outlined for each grade level below:
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Grade Level |
STEM Screening Criteria |
|---|---|
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Kindergarten |
Kindergarten Screener |
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1 |
iReady Math EOY (previous year) |
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2 |
iReady EOY (previous year) |
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3 |
iReady EOY (previous year) |
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4 |
iReady EOY (previous year) |
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5 |
iReady EOY (previous year) |
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6 |
iReady EOY (previous year) |
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7 |
iReady EOY (previous year) |
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8 |
iReady EOY (previous year) |
Students were selected to participate in TIDE for Humanities based on the multiple measures outlined for each grade level below:
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Grade Level |
Humanities Screening Criteria |
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Kindergarten |
Kindergarten Screener |
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1 |
Dibels EOY (previous year) |
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2 |
Dibels EOY (previous year) |
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3 |
Dibels EOY (previous year) |
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4 |
Dibels EOY (previous year) |
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5 |
DIBELS EOY (previous year) |
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6 |
DIBELS EOY (previous year) |
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7 |
NJSLA - ELA |
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8 |
NJSLA – ELA |
Our Visual Arts TIDE has been designed to provide students in grades K-8 that have demonstrated exceptional artistic talent opportunities to develop their skills and pursue their artistic passions. Our program is taught by experienced and talented art teachers committed to fostering creativity and helping students reach their full potential. Students will engage in various art projects that challenge and inspire them using a variety of mediums. Students who participate in this program will benefit from personalized instruction and guidance as they explore different art techniques and develop their own unique style. Next school year, students in grades K – 1 will receive opportunities through differentiation in their general education and art classrooms. Students in grades 2 – 8 will receive unique experiences outside of the classroom.
Please see the instructions for both existing members of TIDE: Visual Arts and new students who are interested in applying here.
- For students who are currently participating in the Visual Arts TIDE this school year:
- Students will complete a reflection activity with their enrichment teacher during the final sessions of the program. We are also asking their guardians to please complete the following Microsoft form (tinyurl.com/MESVisualArtsContinuation) to continue to participate in the program for the upcoming school year.
- Students will complete a reflection activity with their enrichment teacher during the final sessions of the program. We are also asking their guardians to please complete the following Microsoft form (tinyurl.com/MESVisualArtsContinuation) to continue to participate in the program for the upcoming school year.
- For any new student looking to participate in the TIDE: Visual Arts next school year:
- Please see the process outlined here.
- Applications are due by June 12 to be considered for the following school year.
TIDE (Gifted & Talented) Appeals Process
Parents, students, and teachers may appeal the decisions of the selection committee regarding selection or removal from the gifted program by following these steps:
For more information regarding the Gifted and Talented Program, please consult Board of Education Policy #2464 (Gifted and Talented Pupils).
- Submit an appeal letter to the building principal or complete this TIDE Appeals Form no later than 15 working days after the committee has notified the parents of the selection decision.
- The committee members will review their decision and will respond to the person making the appeal no later than 15 working days after receipt of the letter of appeal.
- The committee may request additional testing or data collection and may interview the student and/or parents.
- If dissatisfied with the decision of the committee, file a complaint with the Manasquan Board of Education. The BOE shall issue a decision, in writing, to affirm, reject, or modify the district’s action in the matter.
- If dissatisfied with the decision of the Board of Education, file a petition of appeal of the board’s written decision to the Commissioner of Education through the Office of Controversies and Disputes in accordance with N.J.S.18A:6-9 and the procedures set forth in State Board of Education regulations.