In my elementary school in Texas, there was a “Gifted and Talented” program. Basically, students who tested highly on state exams were taken out of their normal classrooms twice a few for a few hours and put in a room together. We were given puzzles to do and extra lessons on top of our regular work.
I often wonder how other students felt about the special treatment awarded to the “gifted and talented” kids. Did they feel resentment? Did they even care? I often resented being given more work than my fellow students, but understand that it was meant to keep me working to my full capabilities.
My question is this: Do you think these sorts of programs are more helpful or hindering in the educational system?
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