Learning Environment

 

CVGS Learning Environment
  • The curriculum is designed for gifted and talented students.
     
  • Teachers serve as mentors promoting student engagement and active learning. 
     
  • Students are responsible for their own learning.
     
  • Multidisciplinary connections between mathematics, science and technology are stressed.
     
  • Students participate in sophisticated science laboratories, long-term assignments, independent research projects, and group work in both labs and on projects.
     
  • The use of technology is integrated into every class.
     
  • Students receive email accounts and Internet access.
     
  • Students enjoy the freedom to explore topics of interests beyond the structured curriculum.
     
  • Juniors participate in a 12-week internship program.
     
  • Juniors (and some seniors) participate in the regional International Science and Engineering Fair
     
  • Many juniors participate in the annual research symposium of the Virginia Junior Academy of Sciences