The mission of Accelerated and Enriched Instruction is the full implementation of the Policy on Enriched and Innovative Instruction in all schools in MCPS.

This process includes the following:

Development and monitoring of the systemwide identification procedures;

Collaboration with the curriculum coordinators in the Department of Academic Programs to create curriculum documents that clearly define outcomes for students who are motivated or capable or achieving high-end learning as well as the instructional strategies, resources and materials to achieve those outcomes;

Design and implementation of training, guidance, and support to other offices, departments, and divisions in fulfilling their responsibilities outlined in the policy and regulation;

Advocacy, nurture and support of students from traditionally underrepresented populations in gifted and talented programs; Consultative support to schools as they develop and refine their ongoing programs for gifted and talented programs;

Consultative support to schools as they develop and refine their ongoing progams for gifted and talented students in compliance with the policy;

Development and refinement of innovative programming models to meet the needs of highly gifted students through centers, magnets, and other special program offerings such as honors and Advanced Placement courses.

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