Students who score at the 90th percentile in any of the three content areas (Verbal, Quantitative, Nonverbal), are eligible for placement into this program (ARS 15-779). Bright Beginnings is offered at Canyon Springs (Grade 1 and 2) and Las Brisas (Grades 1 and 2).
Bright Beginnings (1-2) provides hands-on learning opportunities for our early childhood learners. Qualifying students are placed in a classroom with children of similar abilities and with a gifted endorsed teacher. During their time in Bright Beginnings, students are immersed in a literacy-rich classroom, engage in inquiry-based learning, and are exposed to world languages. Bright Beginnings students in grades 1-2 participate in unique STEAM enrichment classes and explore unique themes related to being a global learner -- all within a smaller than average class size.
AT CANYON SPRINGS & LAS BRISAS ELEMENTARY...
Students who qualify for a Bright Beginnings Program at Las Brisas are eligible to remain in the program throughout K-2 grades. At the end of 2nd grade, students will be re-assessed on a state-approved gifted assessment to determine future eligibility for one of our premier Deer Valley Gifted Programs. Program possibilities may include the Renaissance Highly Gifted & Global Studies Academy, Gifted Cluster, SAGE ELA, SPARK Enrichment, Walk-Up Math, and more!
NOTE: The Bright Beginnings (1-2) is designed for children who are identified as gifted or demonstrate gifted potential according to a state-approved gifted assessment (ARS 15-779). Although not part of the Renaissance Highly Gifted Academies, the Bright Beginnings Kindergarten program provides an excellent starting point for future placement within one of our many DVUSD Gifted Programs.
Entry Criteria
- Be age 6 by August 31st
- Students must test at or above the 90% percentile on a state-approved gifted identification test.
Approval Process:
If your child has gifted test scores on a state-approved test at or above the 90% percentile:
- Email your gifted test scores to Giftedservices@dvusd.org
- Complete the online application
- Gifted Services will review the online application and gifted testing documents
- If Gifted Services approves placement, our office will:
- contact the school to share placement (Canyon Springs or Las Brisas)
- provide families with a confirmation letter
- Once approved, parents should register at the school.
Register at the School:
- Register at any of our schools.
- Use the results letter to verify gifted placement.
- Bright Beginnings 1-2 will place the first 20 qualified students. Students are placed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
