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State of the art Urban Light show--Watch the video! Engineer's dream!

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OAGC Parent Division Homepage

Parent Division Council
How can I meet other parents of gifted children
The parent division offers many opportunities for parents to meet and discuss common issues. Each October, OAGC holds a conference during which there is a parent day offering sessions, roundtable discussions, information tables and more. There are many established local parent groups which are affiliates of OAGC. We also have a listserv specific to the parent division. You only need to join the parent division of OAGC in order to become a recipient of the listserv.
My child has been identified as gifted, now what
OAGC offers two handbooks ( teacher and parent) as reference guides for you. These are a good place to start. There, are seven possible areas of identification. It is helpful to look at the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Law and Rule on gifted education, you can get a better understanding of what Ohio says about gifted identification and services and which servicesare available to your child.
How can I help support and expand gifted education programs in my child's school
Each October, OAGC holds a conference during which there is a parent fair offering sessions, roundtable discussions, information tables and more. This is a great place to learn about what you can do. Your district may have a parent group which is an affiliate of OAGC. Talk to your school's gifted coordinator or your OAGC regional contact. The parent division's affiliate handbook offers information concerning how local parent groups can become affiliates.

On the state level, begin by looking at the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Law and Rule on gifted education. You can get a better understanding of what Ohio says about gifted identification and services and which services are available to your child. This will help you see what you can do to advocate for your child both locally and in the state.

On a national level, we suggest you investigate the NAGC (National Association for Gifted Children). They are a wonderful resource.
How do parent groups help families with gifted children
Each October, OAGC holds a conference during which there is a parent fair offering sessions, roundtable discussions, information tables and more. There are many established local parent groups which are affiliates of OAGC. The parent division's affiliate handbook offers information concerning how local parent groups can become affiliates. We also have a listserv specific to the parent division. You only need to join the parent division of OAGC in order to become a recipient of the listserv.

On a national level, we suggest you investigate the NAGC (National Association for Gifted Children). They are a wonderful resource.
What does the state law say about gifted identification and service
Begin with your own district. Investigate their policies regarding identification of gifted children and the services which are available. Then look at the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Law and Rule on gifted education where you can get a better understanding of what Ohio says about gifted identification and services. Finally, learn about what your rights are as a parent and what your child's rights are as a gifted student.
How do other parents deal with social and emotional issues at home and at school
Begin with the parent division's handbook. This will provide you with an introduction on gifted children. We also have a list of suggested readings which addresses gifted children, social and emotional issues, and the twice exceptional. You may also wish to look at the SENG (Supporting the Emotional Needs of Gifted) website.
How can I find encrichment activities for my child outside of school
There are many opportunities for enrichment for the gifted student. There also exist scholarship opportunities so that your child can take advantage of the outside programs. OAGC offers a list of opportunities during the summer.

During the school year, opportunities are available through the Midwest Talent Search and other on-line programs. In grades 7-12, your student can take college courses, for free in most cases, through College Credit Plus, if appropriate paperwork is filed by April 1 of the previous school year. OAGC notifies members throughout the year as opportunities become available through their listserv.
How can I learn about what is happening in gifted education in Ohio
Each October, OAGC holds a conference during which there is a parent fair offering sessions, roundtable discussions, information tables and more. This is a great place to learn about what is happening in Ohio. Look to your OAGC regional contact for updates throughout the year. There are two listservs which act to keep our members informed. The first is the OAGC listserv and the second is specific to the parent division. You only need to join the parent division of OAGC in order to become a recipient of the listserv. Your local parent group is another great resource.

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Welcome To The Ohio Association for Gifted Children (OAGC)

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Very comprehensive site for all things Gifted.

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Parent Meeting @Wayne Local Schools

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Gifted Wayne Local Schools Karen McKinley M.ED Gifted Coordinator

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Best presentation I've seen on anxiety and giftedness

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Taming The Worry Monster – Anxiety In Gifted Children SD

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Dr. Dan Peters, co-author of the book Raising Creative Kids, gives practical and effective techniques for managing and overcoming anxiety. Peters' 90 minute presentation for Boulder Valley Gifted and Talented, "Taming the Worry Monster: Anxiety In Gifted Children", shows how gifted learners are often vulnerable to, and impacted by, anxiety, worrying, obsessing, perfectionism, and social and generalized anxiety.

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This one is a little long, but he is the leader in working w/ Gifted Teens

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Dr. Jim Delisle presents Gifted and Teenage Too.

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February 2016 Boulder Valley Gifted and Talented

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This gentleman has a whole series of short videos. He's not going to win any academy awards for enthusiasm, but he's easy to follow and has sound information

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Common Characteristics of Gifted Youth, by Dr. Dan Peters, Summit Center

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"Gifted youth come in all shapes and sizes." Dr. Dan Peters of the Summit Center reviews some common characteristics of gifted children and teens. Parents and educators may find this helpful in understanding and working with gifted children. Clipped from "The Characteristics of Gifted Learners," a DVD available from www.summitcenter.us.

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Dr.Renzulli one of key people in study of Giftedness

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Dr.Renzulli one of key people in study of Giftedness

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This video explains One of the reasons for Cluster Grouping.

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October 7, 2017 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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October 7, 2017 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Soar in for a payload of hands-on family activities and demonstrations! iSPACE Day is an annual event that showcases the wonders of STEM education and careers. Booths and demonstrations are conducted by local businesses that work in STEM disciplines. Along with c