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GIFTED PRE-K ACADEMY
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Deer Valley's Gifted Pre-K Academy at Las Brisas provides an enriched academic foundation for gifted and talented learners. Gifted Pre-K Academy serves as a foundation for nurturing the development of our youngest scholars who require advanced learning opportunities. The Gifted Pre-K Academy environment is structured to provide a personalized approach to learning within socially appropriate contexts. Instruction is hands-on to promote discovery learning and FUN!
ELIGIBILIY TO APPLY
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Age Level Requirements
For the 2023-24 school year, children must be potty-trained and age 4 by August 31, 2023 to enroll in the Gifted Pre-K Academy at Las Brisas.
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Qualifying
Children who score at the 88th percentile or higher on a state-approved gifted assessment may register for the Gifted Pre-K Academy at Las Brisas. Gifted Pre-K Academy scholars are automatically eligible for Bright Beginnings Kindergarten. (Questions? Call DVUSD Gifted Services at 623-445-5588.)
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Placement / Register for Testing
At this young age, a child needs to be evaluated by a licensed psychologist to determine gifted abilities.
In Deer Valley, we offer opportunities for testing in a sheltered, one-on-one environment. Opportunities for Gifted Pre-Kindergarten Testing are currently available.
Registration for testing is a two-part process:
Step 1: Complete the online registration form.
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Community Education Main Preschool Page
The Gifted Pre-K Academy at Las Brisas is operated by Community Education and DVUSD Gifted Services. For additional information, visit the Community Education Main Preschool Page.