The Birmingham City Schools Gifted and Talented Education program (GATE) is an enrichment program that provides support for gifted and high ability learners. The GATE program seeks to provide exciting and engaging project and problem-based learning opportunities for students in the gifted program. Gifted education specialists are trained in building critical and creative thinking skills, addressing social-emotional needs of gifted learners, concept-based curriculum design, and differentiating instruction in the classroom. These individuals are able to provide resources for parents and classroom teachers who are seeking to challenge gifted and talented students.