4040 Harrison AvenueCincinnati, Ohio 45211 Telephone: (513) 363-1400 Fax: (513) 363-1420http://cheviot.cps-k12.org

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A New West Side Educational Option for Exceptional Children in Grades 3-6

At the Cincinnati Gifted Academy West at Cheviot School, gifted students will blossom in a rigorous environment that is flexible enough to meet the specific learning needs of academically gifted students. Modeled after the highly successful Cincinnati Gifted Academy (CGA) at Hyde Park School, CGA West will open on August 17, 2016 to serve students in grades 3-6. Students currently attending Cincinnati Public Schools, as well as those in charter or non-public schools located within the district, are eligible to apply as long as they meet eligibility requirements.

• Rank at the Superior Cognitive level on a cognitive abilities test

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• Score at the 95th percentile or higher in two of the following subjects on the Terra Nova or other standardized achievement test: Reading, Math, Social Studies, Science. One of the two subjects must be either Math or Reading.

Why Choose the Cincinnati Gifted Academy West at Cheviot School?

To develop the “whole child,” education will be complemented by instruction in Arts enrichment and Latin to prepare for the Special College Preparatory Program (SCPP) at Dater and Walnut Hills high schools.

Teachers will design learning experiences to meet the needs of gifted children in all areas — Academic Challenge, Personal Growth and Contribution to Society.

Parent involvement in school activities and enrichment opportunities is welcomed and encouraged!

• Our teachers are certified as specialists in teaching gifted students.

• We differentiate instruction within the classroom to meet the individual needs of students.

• We use technology to enrich and accelerate learning.

• Students are engaged in Problem-Based Learning.

• Enrichment opportunities are offered through field trips and guest visitors.

• Students develop leadership skills through the Franklin Covey “Leader in Me” framework, based on the 7 Habits of Happy Kids.

• Class sizes are small.

• Students participate in community service.

Students eligible for the Cincinnati Gifted Academy West have the following gifted markers:

Qualification for entrance to Cincinnati Gifted Academy West is based on 2nd grade scores on state- approved assessments.

For more information about gifted eligibility, please contact the Test Administration Office at (513) 363-0180.

For more information about Cincinnati Gifted Academy West, please call (513) 363-0567.