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Welcome to the GATE Program at Torrance Unified School District

TUSD is proud of its involvement and commitment to the Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program in the District. TUSD students are identified through a process that involves students, parents, teachers, and a District committee. Students are tested and identified as eligible for GATE clustering that takes place within the regular classroom and begins in third grade. Teachers differentiate the assignments based on the core curriculum in order to meet the educational needs of all students. This may mean certain lessons allow for acceleration, more depth, or additional complexity.

GATE students are also invited to participate in enrichment opportunities throughout the year. These enrichment events are offered in the evening or on Saturdays, with each session organized around a topic or theme. The events are designed to be participatory and engaging. Watch for the posting of these events on the “District Event” link in this website. Events may also be posted on grade level appropriate sub links. Registration for all District events will occur through the "My Forms" section offered on this website.

Parent participation is an essential element of the GATE program. We encourage site-based GATE parent groups. We also hold GATE Parent Advisory Committee meetings four times a year in an effort to support site activities, as well as to help organize and create District enrichment events.   

Contact:  Margaret Esfahani
Email: mesfahani@tusd.org

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