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www.psychologytoday.com Psychologists who study gifted children are familiar with the following scenario: A child is referred to their school psychologist because of "behavioral problems in the classroom," problems that oft...

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Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted

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Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted

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Thank You, SENG Sponsors & Advocates

Supporting community is integral to the SENG Mission. The opportunity to learn from others in a SENG Model Parent Groups (SMPG), to share experiences via SENG Connect or to make new friends at Conference provides gifted individuals with a sense of acceptance and normalcy that they may not otherwise experience.

SENG offers educational programming through workshops, home-study courses, and webinars - SENGinars - designed specifically for adults, parents, educators and mental health professionals who are interested in learning more about the social and emotional needs of gifted individuals.

Thank you everyone for an incredible 34th annual conference. We will see you next year in San Diego, California!

View our gallery of photos from conference!

The SENG Store provides an essential resource for gifted individual and families. Peruse our catalogue for our latest publication , webinar or continuing education program! As a source of inspiration, the SENG Store is invaluable.

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by Kristina Henry Collins The month of May is full of celebrations and milestone recognitions on many school and college campuses across America. Most notable are graduation ceremonies that are filled with "pomp and circumstance", a phrase used to signify a splendid...

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SENG Board of Directors - Call for New Directors by Evelyn Metcalf If you value the emotional needs of the gifted, have skills and experience that will complement the board, are prepared to commit time and energy to a dynamic, working team and aspire to SENG...

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Karen Kliethermes began her talk, Messages from the Earth, with a passionate plea to better listen to the natural world (2018). As a highly gifted young adult launching a career as an artist, Reiki practitioner and educator; she is also equal parts vegan eco-activist...

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SENG's mission is to empower families and communities to guide gifted and talented individuals to reach their goals: intellectually, physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.

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by Kristina Henry Collins The month of May is full of celebrations and milestone recognitions on many school and college campuses across America. Most notable are graduation ceremonies that are filled with "pomp and circumstance", a phrase used to signify a splendid...

SENG Board of Directors - Call for New Directors by Evelyn Metcalf If you value the emotional needs of the gifted, have skills and experience that will complement the board, are prepared to commit time and energy to a dynamic, working team and aspire to SENG...

Karen Kliethermes began her talk, Messages from the Earth, with a passionate plea to better listen to the natural world (2018). As a highly gifted young adult launching a career as an artist, Reiki practitioner and educator; she is also equal parts vegan eco-activist...

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Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted - SENG

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Thank You, SENG Sponsors & Advocates Supporting community is integral to the SENG Mission. The opportunity to learn from others in a SENG Model Parent Groups (SMPG), to share experiences via SENG Connect or to make new friends at Conference provides gifted individuals with a sense of acceptance and normalcy that they may not otherwise experience.

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Renzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education and Talent Development

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Renzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education and Talent Development

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The University of Connecticut is home to the Renzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education, and Talent Development. Studies focusing on meeting the needs of gifted and talented youth have received national and international attention for over 40 years. The earliest research emphasized studies related to creativity, assessment, identification, programming, and evaluation. Several studies conducted by our research team are considered seminal research that guides the design and development of programs and services to meet the needs of gifted and talented students. The research team includes Dr. Joseph S. Renzulli, Dr. Sally M. Reis, Dr. Del Siegle, Dr. E. Jean Gubbins, Dr. Catherine Little, and Dr. D. Betsy McCoach. The team poses questions such as the following that are theory-based and practice relevant.

Who are the gifted and talented students?

How do you screen and identify potentially gifted and talented students?

What are examples of defensible programs and services?

How can gifted education programs and practices enrich students' learning opportunities?

What are the most effective approaches to reading and mathematics instruction for gifted and potentially gifted youngsters?

How can parents and educators effectively collaborate in support of gifted students?

Historical leadership in advocating a broadened conception of giftedness, and a focus on the development of potentials in groups not ordinarily included in special programs for the gifted and talented are hallmarks of the Renzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education, and Talent Development. These hallmarks affect all programs and services, including campus-based graduate programs leading to the Master of Arts degree, Sixth Year Certificate, and Doctor of Philosophy degree, as well as online programs designed for students throughout the world resulting in Master's degrees and Sixth Year Certificates. Graduates hold key leadership and research roles throughout the nation and the world.

Research and teaching are further enhanced by grant-based initiatives. The only federally funded research organization, known as The National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented (NRC/GT), has existed since 1990 with various university partnerships. As of 2006, the University of Connecticut partnership is with the University of Virginia. The current research studies for the NRC/GT are an integrated approach to identifying, serving, and evaluating academic outcomes. In addition, two federally funded model projects continue their acclaimed work in reading (Schoolwide Enrichment Model-Reading) and mathematics (Project M ³: Mentoring Mathematical Minds).

The Schoolwide Enrichment Model and its predecessor, The Enrichment Triad Model, have led to the development of an exciting new technology-based learning system. The Renzulli Learning System is an on-line program matching students' interests and learning styles to enrich and challenge their learning opportunities.

The Renzulli Center earned recognition for its summer professional learning experiences associated with Confratute (conference & institute). As of 2017, Confratute celebrates the 40th anniversary of this dynamic approach to high-end learning experiences for educators and parents. The learning experiences mirror the theoretical and practical approaches advocated for gifted and talented students.

Rounding out the research and education programs is Mentor Connection, an inquiry-based research program for talented teens. Rising juniors and seniors from across the country are selected to participate in ongoing research projects by faculty and doctoral students. Young people experience all phases of research during their 3-week residential experience. As junior professionals, they summarize their learning through a research symposium at the conclusion of their mentorship experience.

The Renzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education and Talent Development comprises many unique teaching, research, and service components, some of which are highlighted above. Details of these components and others are found on the pages listed on the left panel.

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Renzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education, and Talent Development

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The University of Connecticut is home to the Renzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education, and Talent Development. Studies focusing on meeting the needs of gifted and talented youth have received national and international attention for over 40 years. The earliest research emphasized studies related to creativity, assessment, identification, programming, and evaluation.

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National Society for Gifted and Talented

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National Society for Gifted and Talented

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NSGT - National Society for the Gifted and Talented

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National Society for the Gifted and Talented

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National Association for Gifted Children

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National Association for Gifted Children

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National Association for Gifted Children |

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NAGC works to support those who enhance the growth and development of gifted and talented children through education, advocacy, community building, and research

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Sponsored by the Mensa Foundation, Mensa for Kids provides free resources for teachers and parents of gifted youth.

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Resources on Dizzy Gillespie, Louis Armstrong, Marian McPartland, Joe Sample, Eboni Ramm, Scott Joplin, Hugh Masakela, Jazz - Gullah Music and more!

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Exquisite Minds: Creative and Gifted Children

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Exquisite Minds: Creative and Gifted Children

Exquisite Minds believes in the importance of cultivating creativity in bright and gifted children. We believe creativity can solve almost any problem; rather than why something can't be done, it's how it can be done. Exquisite Minds offers support to parents and educators who want to challenge children to find new and constructive ways to look at the world.

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Exquisite Minds: Creative and Gifted Children

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Exquisite Minds believes in the importance of cultivating creativity in bright and gifted children. We believe creativity can solve almost any problem; rather than why something can't be done, it's how it can be done. Exquisite Minds offers support to parents and educators who want to challenge children to find new and constructive ways to look at the world.

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"Challenging" Isn't The Goal You're Looking For

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Differentiation for gifted students: lesson plans featuring deep and complex ways to differentiate curriculum for your gifted students.

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The premier association for special education professionals.

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Davidson Institute for Talent Development

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Davidson Institute for Talent Development

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School for Profoundly Gifted Students - Attend the day school in Reno, Nevada or attend online from anywhere in the U.S.

Offering advanced educational opportunities designed to serve the needs, interests and goals of profoundly gifted students.

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Davidson Institute for Talent Development - Profoundly Gifted Children Services and Programs

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The Davidson Institute's mission is to recognize, nurture and support profoundly intelligent young people and to provide opportunities for them to develop their talents to make a positive difference.