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"The top 10 percent in each classroom yielded one group of gifted students. The top 10 percent school-wide yielded another. Only six kids were in both groups."

“Teachers may be making different judgment calls.”

https://hechingerreport.org/proof-points-how-do-you-find-a-gifted-child/

Academic acceleration has no negative long-term effects on the psychological well-being of gifted youth A new longitudinal study published in the Journal of Educational Psychology from Vanderbilt’s Study of Mathematically Precocious Youth finds that there are no negative effects on the long-term well-being of gifted youth from academic acceleration such as skipping grades, graduating early, or a com...

There are several significant overlaps when it comes to behavioral traits used to identify giftedness and autism spectrum disorder. It can be difficult to navigate for parents and educators to navigate when a student might be gifted, on the spectrum, or both. This article summarizes some of the intersections and provides tips to help these children thrive. https://www.davidsongifted.org/gifted-blog/gifted-on-the-spectrum-or-both/

No doubt, you've probably heard of gifted & talented (GT) programs that exist within our educational system. Today I will dive into the history of intelligence testing, what it means to be 'gifted,' how students are selected for such programs, as well as benefits and limitations of GT programs. First, let's discuss the definition of 'giftedness' or 'gifted and talented.' There are many different definitions and theories on giftedness and talent....

What does it mean to be to be ‘Gifted’ or ‘Talented’? No doubt, you’ve probably heard of gifted & talented (GT) programs that exist within our educational system. Today I will dive into the history of intelligence testing, what it means to b…

To better serve twice-exceptional children, Dr. Nyikos has enrolled in an Autism Intervention Graduate Certification program at the University of North Texas. She is beyond excited to learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder. This one-year online program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation and is designed to prepare personnel in evidence-based practices to work with individuals diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in various capacities.

Dr. Nyikos accepted into Autism Intervention Graduate Certificate Program! To better serve twice-exceptional children, Dr. Nyikos has enrolled in an Autism Intervention Graduate Certification program at the University of North Texas. She is beyond excited to learn more ab…

Peak 2 Peak wizard learning about magnetism! That sure was fun! Next week, we will explore and experiment with painting using magnets and iron fillings. 🎨🖌🧲

"Twice-exceptional" children are those children who have advanced abilities yet also have a disability that impacts their ability to fully develop in all areas (Baum & Owen, 2004 as quoted by Hughes 2011; National Education Association, 2006); these children are "mountain peaks"--unusually high levels and unusually low levels on test scores, behavioral patterns, peer and teacher acceptance, and self-awareness (Hughes, 2011)....

Twice-Exceptional Children: Extraordinary Strengths & Extraordinary Challenges “Twice-exceptional” children are those children who have advanced abilities yet also have a disability that impacts their ability to fully develop in all areas (Baum & Owen, 2004 as…

Peak 2 Peak Wizard learning about magnetism! That sure was fun! Next week, we will explore and experiment with painting using magnets and iron fillings.

🎨🖌🧲