GATEWAY is Bartow County's enrichment program for gifted and academically talented students.  The name is an acronym that stands for "Gifted and Academically Talented Education With Accelerated Youth".  The purpose of the GATEWAY Program is to motivate and challenge able learners.  Students in the program are given opportunities to develop and apply skills in four main areas:  advanced research, creative thinking and problem solving, critical thinking and problem solving, and advanced communication.

According to GaDOE, a gifted education student is defined as one who demonstrates a high degree of intellectual and/or creative ability(ies), exhibits an exceptionally high degree of motivation, and/or excels in specific academic fields, and who needs special instruction and/or special ancillary services to achieve at levels commensurate with his or her ability(ies).

My name is Caitlin Edwards and I am a GATEWAY teacher at TES.

This is my 10th year teaching with 8 of them here at Taylorsville. I received my Bachelor's degree from KSU. My Masters degree is in Gifted, Talented, and Creative. I am currently pursuing my Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction. I also obtain a gifted endorsement.

I have a wonderful husband, 2 rambunctious sons, 2 dogs, and a cat. I enjoy kayaking, reading, and explorations with my family. I have a love of learning and challenging the mind!

My name is Georgia Holt and I am a GATEWAY teacher at TES.

This is my 15th year teaching, I spent 6 years teaching in Montana and 9 years in Bartow County. I received my Bachelor's from University of Montana and my Master's from Montana State University. I am pursuing my Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction.

I have an amazing husband, 3 children and a farm full of animals! I love to garden, hike and do anything outdoors!  I have a love for lifelong learning and a passion for helping children reach their full potential.