Parents and teachers raise concerns about rescinded grants, transportation changes and gifted services during public comment During public comment at the Jefferson County Board of Education meeting, speakers urged legal action to keep rescinded grants, highlighted transportation and busing problems, and described needs for gifted education services; the board heard but took no direct action on those appeals.

Parents and educators are demanding urgent action from the Jefferson County Board of Education as critical grants are at risk and transportation issues leave students stranded.

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Precerpt from Raising God's Rainbow Makers: Shane, the Quiet Spark (Mahlou) News about MSI Press authors; Excerpts from MSI Press authors' books; Carl's Cancer Compendium information; tips for authors

Precerpt (#book #excerpt prior to publication) from Raising God's Rainbow Makers (Mahlou): Shane, the Quiet Spark

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Explaining giftedness to a gifted child. TIPS:
Think and learn differently
OK to act/think differently
Find strengths and interests
Answer any questions
Check back for status updates

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This week is National Parenting Gifted Children Week!

We know that parenting can be both challenging and rewarding at the same time. Parents, we see you and are here to offer guidance!

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Have a talented and gifted child who struggles to make friends? Tips:
-Have kids look for those with common interests
-Teach kids to ask questions AND listen
-Be your true self
-Ask for adult help
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Have a creative kid that you need to keep engaged?
Try these ideas: Nature Art Journaling, Backyard Theater, Inventor’s Box Challenge, LEGO Stop-Motion Movies. Bonus: The Stop Motion App has a free and paid option. #GiftedLearners #SummerLearning #SummerFun #IowaTAG

Massachusetts advocates push for gifted education reforms to support advanced learners Parents and educators urge Massachusetts lawmakers to approve bills for gifted and talented students.

Massachusetts' education system faces a critical crossroads as advocates demand reforms to support gifted students, revealing alarming disparities that threaten the future of high-achieving learners.

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Celebrate Independence this 4th of July -gifted kids thrive when taking the lead. Goblin.tools: goblin.tools
This FREE online tool helps students (and adults!) break down tasks into manageable steps!
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Get outside! Encourage your gifted child to explore the outdoors this summer. Families of 4th graders BONUS with national parks. Start planning your next adventure:
everykidoutdoors.gov Let the summer of exploration begin!
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Keep those math minds sharp this summer with Khan Academy! It’s FREE!
-Review past concepts
- Explore new skills
- Level up for the next school year
Tip: Let them pick a topic or set a goal to build independence and ownership.
www.khanacademy.org
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