Oak Crest Academy is proud to share the results of our accreditation review with you. As mentioned in our previous blog post, we were thrilled to announce the news of our full accreditation per the standards of the AdvancED Accreditation Agency. After AdvancED spent two days with us at OCA, we received a full report of … Read More
While there are many students that are talented and bright, the term gifted is reserved for those who think in unique ways that set them apart from most other children. There are several characteristics used to determine if a child is a gifted learner or not. Thinks Independently and Creatively While most students need to … Read More
Every child deserves an education, but, more importantly, every child deserves to reach their full potential. Finding the right environment and school to provide that opportunity to your gifted child can be challenging. Ask these three important questions when comparing gifted schools in Los Angeles: What testing or admissions qualifications does the institution use? Research … Read More
Children who have an excellent intellectual foundation have an advantage for life. The brain develops rapidly in childhood, so the intellectual habits developed during this time are crucial for good outcomes across the lifetime. This is especially true for gifted children, who require special learning environments in order to meet their full potential. Children should … Read More
Gifted children sometimes have trouble relating to other children their age. This is because they tend to have unusual interests or to approach situations in an unconventional way. To improve your children’s social and emotional development, you can encourage them to become involved in extracurricular activities. They will find new ways to have fun, and … Read More
Gifted children work hard in school, and winter break is often a welcome time for relaxation. While kids do need time off just to be kids, completely neglecting to take part in any meaningful activities over break can make the transition back to school an unpleasant hurdle. To avoid this situation, consider undertaking some of … Read More
