Since children might not have extensive life experiences to otherwise mark their progress, transitioning from one school level to the next often becomes a matter of particular importance. Even more than individual birthdays, a school level transition is significant in that it marks the turning of the social calendar. It is larger than just moving … Read More
The term “bullying” can refer to a wide variety of behaviors and subgenres. Generally, bullying manifests in any way a person or group of people are singled out for aggressive, insulting, or abusive behavior. Bullying can be especially present in the lives of gifted children, who may be academically or intellectually beyond their classmates, but … Read More
Adults who parent or teach gifted children often face difficult conversations. Students who reason, read, or debate beyond their peers are usually full of questions. However, since gifted children tend to be at higher risk for bullying than those who blend in with their peers more easily, the ability to speak freely and confidently with … Read More
While some might think of edtech as a means for administrators and teachers to manage rosters and grade reports, education technology functions as any program, app, or tool which can assist in implementing pedagogical goals. Students, administrators, and teachers can all take advantage of data aggregation and instant communication to not only track academic performance, … Read More
Gifted students may already experience pain and rejection differently from their peers. This means that bullying can be especially difficult for them to recover from and process. As 67 percent of gifted students had experienced bullying by eighth grade, concern about all forms of it is a challenge for parents as well as educators. Providing a safe … Read More
The stresses, challenges, and advocacy that comes with being the caregiver of an exceptional child can make for an overwhelming parenting or educator experience. However, the joys and sense of connectedness that can come with understanding and supporting the emotional needs of a gifted child are many. Anticipating what a gifted child may be seeking … Read More
