Gifted Support Links by Desiree Kennedy

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School Transfer

awilliamson20 — 2024-11-16 16:12:24 UTC

When a student transfers with a gifted label, they have a timely manner to decide if they should be at the new district. (why do they have to be tested again)

2024-11-16 16:13:15 UTC

Common Characteristics of gifted learners (positive and challenging classroom behaviors)

Books

mnietoromero — 2024-11-16 16:14:13 UTC

I found books in the store that are helpful for teachers to integrate activities and techniques into the classrooms.

Characteristics

bbustossandoval — 2024-11-16 16:15:10 UTC

As I work with young students supporting parents to understand what is gifted and how this plays a role in and out of the classroom with these characteristics.

2024-11-16 16:16:29 UTC

Terms associated with Giftedness

Behaviors

2024-11-16 16:16:34 UTC

This article piece seems very useful as it details a much more intensive list of characteristics, positive, and negative behaviors for our students. This will support to help key into identifying students that may be qualified as advanced or gifted.

Gifted activities

mnietoromero — 2024-11-16 16:16:38 UTC

I found the "Gifted Committee Curriculum Methodology and Instructional Strategy Cards"

Compacting Curriculum

2024-11-16 16:16:51 UTC

It seems like an overview of how to differentiate students that are gifted while still using your curriculum.

ELA Gifted Reading Challenge

2024-11-16 16:17:24 UTC

https://www.mensaforkids.org/achieve/excellence-in-reading/excellence-in-reading-4-6-list/

I went to the ADE site, clicked on Gifted Challenge - ELA and it took me to this site where I could get a list of books by grade level for students to challenge themselves. They can keep track of when they read it and their rating of the book. I think this could be cool as a small group assignment or for those students that love reading and are open to classics.

awilliamson20 — 2024-11-16 16:17:36 UTC

PBL Summer PD

Plenty of resources

ggabay1 — 2024-11-16 16:18:18 UTC

This page provides a wide array of resources, opportunities, and events that are critical for every part involved. Parents, teachers, and gifted are gathered here to create a strong community that understands, supports, and promotes gifted and talented individuals.

Summer Program

awilliamson20 — 2024-11-16 16:19:15 UTC

"Summer Camp" for students

Good resource for parents

2024-11-16 16:20:24 UTC

A short guide for parents on how to provide support and how to conduct themselves toward their gifted child,

Resources for Testing

2024-11-16 16:20:52 UTC

This direct link offers a definition, links to identification, testing information and other resources that we all can request or order tests to use for our students.

Emotional Needs

2024-11-16 16:22:47 UTC

In the Parent and Student Resource section, I clicked on THIS LINK. There are a lot of articles related and you can pick specific topics such as Adult Gifted, LGBTQ+, Peer Relationships, Twice-Exceptional, and more.

The Store

2024-11-16 16:23:48 UTC

The store offers many different resources we can request to obtain to help support our gifted learners, their families, professional development, social emotional, and research.

2024-11-16 16:24:16 UTC

Have a child that is showing different characteristics away from their peers? This chart shows what parents including teachers can help every exceptional learner succeed.

2024-11-16 16:24:36 UTC

The Arizona Department of Education's gifted education webpage is essential for parents of gifted children. It offers insights into the characteristics of giftedness and the identification process in Arizona schools. Parents can find educational resources, including guides for supporting gifted learning, as well as information on programs and services like enrichment opportunities and advanced coursework. The site also provides advocacy tips and a FAQ section to help parents navigate the challenges of gifted education. Overall, it equips parents with the tools needed to effectively support their gifted child's unique needs.

Summer Program for Gifted Learners

2024-11-16 16:25:22 UTC

YSA is a summer camp that is designed specifically for gifted and twice-exceptional kids. It providing a strength-based, emotionally safe, and supportive virtual environment where children can develop their strengths, interests, and relationship. Students agest 5-18 are welcomed. Each age bracket has different activites they will do. The summer camp runs from June 24th-August 23rd which is 8 weeks of 1 week long camp. The summer camp runs from Monday-Friday for 45 or 85 minutes. There is a fee for joining.

Discover

mnietoromero — 2024-11-16 16:25:29 UTC

There are different kinds of projects on this link.

Gifted Standard

bbustossandoval — 2024-11-16 16:25:55 UTC

This talks more about gifted standards for educators.

Virtual Parent Institute

2024-11-16 16:26:46 UTC

Great Resource for Gifted families.

State of the States Report

2024-11-16 16:27:47 UTC

The State of the States is the only broad study of state data on gifted education in the United States and provides a detailed look at the funding, identification, range of services, and policies that support K-12 gifted and talented education.

2024-11-16 16:31:13 UTC

Instructional Strategy cards to help with Gifted Methodology.

2024-11-16 16:31:48 UTC

The webpage on microschools offers valuable insights for teachers of gifted students by highlighting the benefits of personalized learning and project-based approaches that engage these learners. Additionally, understanding the origins, challenges, and considerations for parents regarding microschools can help teachers advocate for resources and foster meaningful discussions with families about educational options.

2024-11-16 16:36:41 UTC

I am interested to attend the NAGC24 conference or something like that in the future. With exciting keynote speakers and a variety of sessions on the latest in gifted education, it’s an opportunity to connect with fellow educators and gather fresh ideas to inspire my students.