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The Enrichment classes are held in Trailer 520. It has a Multicultural theme and is rich with resources for students and teachers.

Enrichment
Rolesville Elementary School

Betty Stephan
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Trailer 520

(919) 619-6506

Enrichment

The Enrichment program is designed to meet the needs of highly able students. These students need more challenging learning experiences in order to work to their potential.
Enrichment Students:
Work with intellectual peers
Enjoy challenging learning experiences
Gain self-confidence and independence
Learn global awareness and responsibility
Explore interesting topics in depth
Enrichment classes consist of 8-12 students who meet two times per week during scheduled focus lesson time. Students complete activities designed to nurture creativity, flexibility, leadership skills, and higher level thinking.
Students work in a variety of configurations. The whole class meets at the beginning of class for round table discussions. This is generally followed by group work, independent studies, or partner collaboration. Student involvement may include research, reading, writing, computer work, reader’s theater, experimentation, or hands-on activities.

Programs/Goals

Enrichment (Grades 4 and 5): Older students are involved in a rigorous program of class activities, independent study, and cooperative group work. Students complete a home project for each unit.
Junior Enrichment (Grades 2 and 3): The same program is offered in a modified format with greater teacher support.
Book Club (Grades 2 - 5): Students meet to discuss novels and explore related topics. Students do outside reading.
Pre-Enrichment (Grades K and 1): Younger students explore the same topics with an emphasis on reading and speaking skills. Students present a Book Talk for each unit.
GOALS: The Enrichment Program is inquiry and project based. Once a theme has been selected, students are involved in various learning experiences based on that theme. Specific goals of each unit are based on these 21st Century Skills:
Global Awareness
• Economic and Business Literacy
• Civic Literacy
• Health Literacy
• Environmental Literacy
Learning and Innovation Skills
• Creativity and Innovation
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Communication and Collaboration
Information, Media and Technology Skills
• Information Literacy
• Media Literacy
• Information, Communications and Technology
Life and Career Skills
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Initiative and Self-Direction
• Social and Cross-Cultural Skills
• Productivity and Accountability
* Leadership and Responsibility
Some of our past units of study:
Foods of the World
Architecture and Homes
Animals and Pets
Science Fiction and History of Time
The Cultures of China and Mexico
Global Winter Holidays
Survival, Wolves, and the Environment
Inventions and Inventors
American Historical Periods
Geometry: Celebrity Mansions
Ancient Civilizations
Leadership and the Presidency
Oceans of the World
Rolesville Anniversary Celebration

Expectations
Please see the class website for more detailed information.
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Students are expected to:
attend classes regularly. Although participation in the Enrichment Program is not required, it is expected that students come to every class for the duration of a specific unit.
exhibit respectful behavior. We celebrate the multicultural diversity of all students and families. Each student will feel comfortable expressing his or her own opinion on the topics discussed in class.
be responsible and self-directed learners. Students will maintain an Enrichment folder and keep track of projects and assignments. It is recommended that each student have a buddy to consult in case of absence.
participate actively in class discussions and activities. The class relies heavily on student engagement. The emphasis is on the learning process, not on the end result.
demonstrate excellence. Enrichment students have a unique opportunity to show off their strengths and skills. Students must stretch their talents and give their best efforts in all activities and projects.