2021 Lockdown
Thankfully the GT Online Program is well set up to cope with the challenges that many students in the state are facing due to the current lockdown.
Whether you are at home or school your courses can be accessed on Moodle from 1st February. Your teacher has provided information in Moodle informing you of the independent work set for Week 1. You will receive notification of your Webex class times by the end of Week 1. Webex classes will commence Week 2
As we are a statewide program, we will endeavour to keep all students working on a common timeframe. Many of our students will be at school during Week 1, but if not hopefully they can access Moodle from home and do the introductory tasks for their courses. For subject specific questions please message the subject teacher or for questions of a general nature please contact the Program Coordinator, Sarah Mirco
perthmodern.gtonline@education.wa.edu.au
0436 624 495
Connecting bright minds across the state
Gifted and Talented Online in WA
Gifted and talented children will do best in an environment that supports and stimulates them and fits well with their abilities and interests. Access to programs for children with exceptional academic potential allows them to flourish and receive the necessary extension, enrichment and acceleration they require.
Thanks to the use of innovative technology, students can access the online program without moving to Perth. The program can be accessed at any regional public secondary school outside of the Bunbury or Albany region. The program for Year 7 – 10 students is delivered from Perth Modern School (Maths & Science) and Kelmscott Senior High School (English & Humanities and Social Science).
Entrance to the GT Online Program is only available by examination administered by Gifted and Talented (GAT) at the WA Department of Education.
A sense of community is key
Building community is an important part of the program’s success. Regular communication between the student, parent, home school and GT Online Coordinator ensures the provision of support and guidance required to nurture each child’s wellbeing. Watch the video to hear what school leaders and parents have to say about the program.
(recorded in 2020)
- enrichment and extension activities, and practical based core curriculum tasks
- opportunities to build social connection among students and promote positive interaction with like-minded peers
- positive teacher – student interactions; maximising educational outcomes of participation in the program.
The students themselves give an account of their experience in GT Online.
(recorded in 2020)