1. Challengers Open House Sept 8, 2010

2. This is my 8th year teaching gifted children, 3rd year at Miamisburg. My schools this year are Bear, Jane Chance, and Medlar View. This is my 5th year teaching math to gifted children. I have taught math to gifted students in grades 1-7. I am the mother of two high-ability preschoolers…I live giftedness  About Me

4. I Can reports are generated to communicate what your child already knows and has learned.

6. Fewer practice problems, less repetition

7. More problem solving and thinking activities

9. Homework- worth 1 point each, students can earn 1 additional extra credit point for missing one or fewer questions OAA problem of the week- worth 1-4 points depending on the type of question Problem of the Week- worth 1 point, students can earn 1 additional extra credit point for getting the correct answer and explaining it Classwork- varies Tests- usually worth 30-60 points Grades

10. 2-3 practice problems given each night, may cover previous skills (due the next day) OAA Question of the Week- comes straight from released test questions (due following Monday) Problem of the Week- requires more thinking and can often be solved in multiple ways. Students need to explain their thinking on these questions. (due following Monday) Homework

11. 3rd Grade Testing Results 20 students scored at an Advanced level (447-513) 3 students scored at an Accelerated level (429-446)

12. 4th Grade Testing Results 18 students scored at an Advanced level (452-568) 6 students scored at an Accelerated level (432-451)

13. 5th Grade Testing Results 19 students scored at an Advanced level (439-551) 1 student scored at an Accelerated level (424-438)

14. If you have any additional questions or need to contact me at any time, the best way to reach me is by email at rrenegar@miamisburg.k12.oh.us Thank You