Gifted and Talented
Endeavor: VPS G&T Program
Experience Novel Dynamic Enrichment (to) Achieve Vibrant (and) Outstanding Realizations
Our Mission Statement
Vernon Public Schools recognize that students who possess exceptional talents should be granted the direction, time, encouragement, and resources to maximize their potential.
Mrs. Regina Lee
Current Position: Gifted and Talented Teacher/ Middle School
Degrees/Certifications:
BA in American Studies from Trinity College
MA in Education, Reading and Language Arts, from St. Joseph College
6th Year Degree Program at UCONN, Center for Gifted and Talented Development.
Ms. Samantha Randazzo
Current Position: Gifted and Talented Teacher/ Elementary School
Degrees/Certifications:
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from
The University of Connecticut
Master of Arts in Education
Emphasis in Gifted Education from
The University of Connecticut
Sixth-Year Degree in Educational Administration
Administrator Preparation Program (UCAPP) from
The University of Connecticut
Policy and Procedure:
Connecticut Department of Education G&T Page
Identification Procedures - Please note that Vernon's Identification procedures are currently being updated to include the CogAT universal screening test as a replacement for the OLSAT, as well as an updated Creativity screener and teacher rating scale. The revised documents will be available shortly.
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