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DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #engagechat. Please check in with the group. https://t.co/cHz5G5YDK5

BPiperJohnston May 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT

#engagechat Good Evening from VA!

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@BPiperJohnston Welcome, Brandy! #EngageChat

Amy_MacCrindle May 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Amy here! Principal in Illinois! #engagechat

JKatzaman May 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Winding up the week from Maryland with #EngageChat.

PrestonMcKellar May 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Preston, Assistant Principal, Hopewell High, Checking in #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@Amy_MacCrindle Welcome, Amy! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi Stuart from Auckland, New Zealand. #engagechat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@JKatzaman Welcome, Jim! #EngageChat

kelley_weiss May 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Kelley here, Principal in Maine #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@PrestonMcKellar Hey there, Preston! #EngageChat

teresagross625 May 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

#EngageChat Teresa from NY joining for a bit.

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz Hey there, Stu! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@kelley_weiss Hey there, Kelley! #EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Prof Susan in IL happy to be able to join #engagechat Greetings to all! Happy announcement: the new student success book is now out.

yeates_mark May 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Is education itself gifted or the people doing it? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@teresagross625 Hey there, friend! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #engagechat https://t.co/TjT6qrsWvn

WayneCamo May 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Good evening everyone, Wayne from Jamaica. Educator. #engagechat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@BrilldeRamirez Hey there, my friend! #EngageChat

ShamikaWomble May 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Happy Friday all! Shamika from Michigan. #engagechat

teresagross625 May 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Hi! Haven't been able to join in a while. Hoping to learn. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@WayneCamo Hey there, my friend! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Question 1 coming up .... #EngageChat

charissacole May 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Principal from Birmingham AL #EngageChat

Rdene915 May 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #EngageChat hi :) Rachelle frm Pgh, happy Friday! I teach Spanish and French, Steam culture course too

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@ShamikaWomble Welcome, Shamika! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome @pgilders Nice, love the beyond 140 line! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@Rdene915 Welcome, friend! #EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Here's the link for the book: https://t.co/agZSN7TdCI Please let all new grads know about the book. #engagechat https://t.co/q7fpFl2rJd

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Hi, Lisa from Pittsburgh, moderator for #gtchat #gifted #talented Excited to see you're chatting about gifted education! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1: What does gifted education mean to you? #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Not sure, are all students not gifted in one way or another? #EngageChat

YQuinlan77 May 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Hi everyone Yvonne Assistant Principal from Sydney #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@ljconrad Welcome! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome A1#engagechat For me, it's ensuring all students' special talents are advanced through education and learning.#EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@YQuinlan77 Welcome! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz Awesome! #EngageChat

yeates_mark May 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1. A place/environment where opportunities exist for following personal aims goals & dreams!#EngageChat

teacher_city May 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Good Evening from Delaware #EngageChat! Hi @DavisWelcome. Hope everyone had a GREAT week.

MrsBradshawSDT May 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hi all! Kate, Staff Development Teacher from MD here. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@yeates_mark Nice Mark, the edu has to be individualised and authentic. #engagechat A1

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@teacher_city Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Love this! #EngageChat https://t.co/IHqt7TrSRJ

yeates_mark May 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1. A place/environment where opportunities exist for following personal aims goals & dreams!#EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

My thoughts exactly! Every student has distinctive gifts, abilities where s/he can excel. #engagechat https://t.co/FpejIKq0Jh

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome A1#engagechat For me, it's ensuring all students' special talents are advanced through education and learning.#EngageChat

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1) Gifted education is the meeting of unique needs; each student is different. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@MrsBradshawSDT Hey there, Kate! #EngageChat

PrestonMcKellar May 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome A1) meeting the needs (extending and going well beyond) for all students. All Ss are gifted at something!! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@BrilldeRamirez That's why IMO GAT centralised programmes are a lot of time and resource. #engagechat A1

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Hi #engagechat friends Spiri from PA G&T, back from a nice walk to the golf course https://t.co/Naqu7hePs9

teresagross625 May 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

#EngageChat A1: all Ss are challenged, respected and successful in learning and as people

JKatzaman May 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 Getting selected for a gifted education is a privilege. Some students might take it for granted. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@PrestonMcKellar Amen! #EngageChat

pgilders May 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: Allowing Ss time 2 grow& b pushed further in their strengths &interests. Should b available 2 all Ss, not test dependent. #EngageChat

YQuinlan77 May 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 making curriculum adjustments to support the interests and needs of sts using frameworks like Blooms Digital Taxonomy #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@PrestonMcKellar @DavisWelcome #engagechat Couldn't agree more! Maybe just gifted outside the curriculum in school,still gifted! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@PrestonMcKellar @DavisWelcome #engagechat Couldn't agree more! Maybe just gifted outside the curriculum in school,still gifted! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri Hey there, Spiri! #EngageChat

MrsBradshawSDT May 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: Looking at a student's needs and determining what programming will look like.Acceleration,enrichment, compacted courses etc #EngageChat

Rdene915 May 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #EngageChat A1 means all Ss have opps for learning, needs and interests are met, choices,

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@pgilders Great point Pam, how do you test some talents, often very subjective! A1 #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@teresagross625 Yessss! #EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1 Our job: help every student discover their latent gifts&passions, help them develop their abilities forgreat lives of service #engagechat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1) Gifted Ed is not "extra busy work for the smart kid" #engagechat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@Rdene915 Very nice! #EngageChat

BPiperJohnston May 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1: taking kids to the next level and beyond #engagechat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Powerful! #engagechat https://t.co/rFscdbTJdi

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1) Gifted Ed is not "extra busy work for the smart kid" #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@BrilldeRamirez Well put, I've been seen as gifted #edtech reality lots of work, failure but resilient! Talent needs aptitude.#EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #engagechat Or isolation and complete agency either! #EngageChat All Ss need social ed as well IMO,

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #engagechat Or isolation and complete agency either! #EngageChat All Ss need social ed as well IMO,

ShamikaWomble May 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Understanding all students are unique and challenging them to meet and exceed their educational expectations. #engagechat

WayneCamo May 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: Gifted education is a specialized branch that focuses on students with exceptional abilities to facilitate their learning #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question 2 coming up ... #EngageChat

Amy_MacCrindle May 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: Providing challenging opportunities for Ss to problem solve and grow! #engagechat https://t.co/pwf0kmTzMw

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1: What does gifted education mean to you? #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@ShamikaWomble #engagechat Well put Shamika, I believe students have a gift or talent, no student gifted in one go! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@ShamikaWomble #engagechat Well put Shamika, I believe students have a gift or talent, no student gifted in one go! #EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz @PrestonMcKellar @DavisWelcome Stuart, maybe schools need to change to provide ways for all students to develop? #EngageChat

HelenWilt May 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Helen from Houston popping in late! Hi all! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@Amy_MacCrindle Gifted Education does mean to me increased agency and choice for all students. #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

YES #EngageChat https://t.co/5m0g1RjaUT

teresagross625 May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#EngageChat A1: Ss may be gifted outside traditional academic areas (music, art, mechanics, etc.)

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q2: How can you identify giftedness in a student? #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@BrilldeRamirez @PrestonMcKellar @DavisWelcome Yes so true. https://t.co/qcGTnd9LNW #EngageChat

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A1) Gifted education is not the sole domain of 'smart kids'; but #2ekids or talented kids as well. #EngageChat

ReasonerCynthia May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Hi! Cindy from VA checking in late.. 🎉 #engagechat

pgilders May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz Some of these tests r barriers 2truly gifted Ss& 2 many programs r more 4 parent bragging rights then S growth. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@teresagross625 Well put and needed to be said! #EngageChat

kelley_weiss May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A1: it is engaging students at their own achievement level and guiding them to think on the next level. #EngageChat

LauraGWillis May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Gifted education means finding a student's special area of passion/talent and providing opportunities to help them grow further. #engagechat

EdNavigation May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A1: Gifted education is another "special need," which needs to be supported and monitored. #engagechat

PrestonMcKellar May 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@teacher_city @DavisWelcome so so true - and treated as such - self fulfilling prophecies - help them gain confidence #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@pgilders Yes, some Ss may be just be gifted at sitting tests! (only joking). Ps often harm their children this way. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@ReasonerCynthia Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat

love5thgrade May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A1: @DavisWelcome #EngageChat -- it means challenge, innovation, and authenticity. Genuine world-shifting brilliance. :)

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #engagechat A2 In my experience, it reveals itself when you least suspect it and when you're not looking!

teacher_city May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A1: Yes! I also believe we have 2 ensure more of our scholars in the inner city are identified. #EngageChat https://t.co/hI7r68utEE

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome A1#engagechat For me, it's ensuring all students' special talents are advanced through education and learning.#EngageChat

teresagross625 May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#EngageChat A2: getting to know a student is the 1st step in building any relationship and learning about him/her

nironside13 May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Hi! Nancy from PA checking in late.. I was enjoying a warm, dry evening outdoors - a nice change! #EngageChat

JKatzaman May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2 Look for students for whom things seem to come natural, self-taught, test above peers. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@love5thgrade Nice! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2) Deeply curious about anything & everything, questions galore...and are motivated to learn, they have their own agenda #EngageChat

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2) Identification of gifted students should involve universal screening; multiple assessments beyond IQ tests. #EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A1 Schools need to work w families&communities to provide integrative learning tht taps into students' latent strengths &opptys. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@teacher_city Good point! I don't think GAT are linked to just one school or geographical location. Income doesn't link to GAT. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz So true! #EngageChat

HelenWilt May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A1 Challenging a S, making them think, create. Extending lesson, asking what if we changed this? Not more work. #EngageChat

kelley_weiss May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2 when students are able to integrate and synthesize answers in an area that is belong their age development #EngageChat

love5thgrade May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Coming in late. Victoria, 5th grade gifted from Florida. #engagechat

PrincipalMrsDG May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Tracy from Saskatchewan, Canada joining in late #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@teacher_city Great point. Race, gender, age no indicator re GAT. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@nironside13 Hey there, my friend! #EngageChat

BPiperJohnston May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

#engagechat A2: Being aware of all students' skills, not just grades but seeing the potential of a student to excel in an area.

PrestonMcKellar May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

#EngageChat have to tap out early - enjoyed chat and will review later

nironside13 May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: Giftedness manifests in different ways, but usually in the Ss with a unique approach to problem solving. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

So true! #EngageChat https://t.co/neesGiTJSG

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2) Deeply curious about anything & everything, questions galore...and are motivated to learn, they have their own agenda #EngageChat

ReasonerCynthia May 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A1: Gifted Ed is having the T serve more as a facilitator of learning than a dispenser of knowledge #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@BPiperJohnston Great point Brandy, this requires schools to work back from student interests and learning frames. #EngageChat A2

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2b) G&T struggle w/ growth mindset & taking risks, they don't like to be wrong #EngageChat

MrsBradshawSDT May 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I think it may present itself in different ways for different Ss. Need to get to know your Ss as learners & people. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@ljconrad Yesss! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@BrilldeRamirez Amen! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@ReasonerCynthia Brilliant point! Love the focus on learning not teaching. #EngageChat

Rdene915 May 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #EngageChat A2 learn about Ss build reltships, understand their interest, needs,skills, learn their backgrd, thru obs &testing

WayneCamo May 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2: Gifted students are intrinsically motivated and display a passion to find out things and explore.They think outside the box.#EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@HelenWilt Excellent! #EngageChat

teacher_city May 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A1: This is so true @EdNavigation. Sometimes the student not engaged is the one not being identified. #EngageChat https://t.co/iVZqidR1ol

EdNavigation May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A1: Gifted education is another "special need," which needs to be supported and monitored. #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri Or to be singled out, Best Music student in my experience was terrified of playing life in case mistake made. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@Rdene915 Absolutely! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2c) Renzulli Model focuses on motivation, Academics & creativity as major areas in identifying gifted #EngageChat

edu_taraw May 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Tara Woodard from Wilson County Schools- joining late! #EngageChat

steph_rw_cyrus May 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

#EngageChat ~ gifted ed is about meeting the needs of learners - pushing Ss towards optimal growth & development https://t.co/d9tut9JWD5

BPiperJohnston May 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1: taking kids to the next level and beyond #engagechat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Very nice! #EngageChat https://t.co/vWd9hOFjPG

kelley_weiss May 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2 when students are able to integrate and synthesize answers in an area that is belong their age development #EngageChat

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A2) Recent research indicates gifted identification should rely less on recommendations; need color-blind, SES-blind assessment. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@teacher_city @EdNavigation Further to this, some learning contexts don't allow any GAT expression or visibility IMO. #engagechat A1

love5thgrade May 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A2: Giftedness manifests In quirky, misunderstood ways at times. We have to see into the unique wiring of their minds. :) #EngageChat

TTMobile_us May 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

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DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@love5thgrade Welcome! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@PrincipalMrsDG Hey there! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#engagechat Imagine if we thought of all students everyday of being GAT. #mindshift #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#engagechat Imagine if we thought of all students everyday of being GAT. #mindshift #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@BPiperJohnston So true! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz Absolutely Stuart! Loved your most recent post by the way! #engagechat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Love this!!!! #EngageChat https://t.co/EMqVK5VFzG

ReasonerCynthia May 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A1: Gifted Ed is having the T serve more as a facilitator of learning than a dispenser of knowledge #engagechat

RewardingEdu May 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

GiftedEd always means enrichment over acceleration. Give Ss strategies to explore further & delve deeper. Rich, profound content #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri Thanks for the kind words, got a lot tve feedback re that one! LOL #EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A2 Where students are gifted, there is a special light that emanates, work not only easy but like a jewel; it shines forth. #EngageChat

love5thgrade May 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A2: #EngageChat: Gifted individuals are not just presented with things and satisfied. They are innately curious about functionalities.

teacher_city May 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A1: Love this @LauraGWillis!There has 2 be a fair & equitable process 4 identifying students.Critical! #EngageChat https://t.co/GAJJRgX9kI

LauraGWillis May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Gifted education means finding a student's special area of passion/talent and providing opportunities to help them grow further. #engagechat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@edu_taraw Hey there, Tara! #EngageChat

teresagross625 May 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Wouldn't that be amazing?????? #EngageChat https://t.co/Wx48GRNxt0

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#engagechat Imagine if we thought of all students everyday of being GAT. #mindshift #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@RewardingEdu Nice post Robert, does not mean more work but instead greater choice, depth and expansion IMO #EngageChat

youtheduteach May 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Severena joining from Montana #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Question 3 coming up ... #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@teresagross625 And it'd be free just an attitude and perception change starting with Ts, we never know! #EngageChat

DonaldClark May 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#engagechat 'Gifted' never met a middle class parent who has anything but a gifted child. Truly awful concept in education.

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@youtheduteach Welcome! #EngageChat

ReasonerCynthia May 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A2:Gifted Ss are innately curious, question, prob solvers, often hold adult convos, don't always follow rules, bore easily #EngageChat

pgilders May 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Truth! My son, gifted in math, grew to hate subject, always pushed to go faster not deeper. #EngageChat https://t.co/gfYAVtnNx4

RewardingEdu May 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

GiftedEd always means enrichment over acceleration. Give Ss strategies to explore further & delve deeper. Rich, profound content #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@BPiperJohnston LOL So true, one of top Eng students always argued with Ts re LIT, wanted him, gone, I wanted him in my class. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Q3: What role does parent engagement play in the gifted education process? #engagechat

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stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@BPiperJohnston Often misbehaviour is out of pure boredom or frustration with being inhibited IMO. #engagechat

choosito May 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#Choosito's search evaluation tool is based on @kathyschrock's "SW's for Web Evaluation" #edtech #edchat #engagechat https://t.co/Zl7g372VuT

DonaldClark May 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#engagechat 'Gifted' plays to idea that ability is fixed, even genetic. Totally destructive concept.

DennisDill May 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@LauraGWillis too bad many times it means slapping the Lego robots down and saying this is gifted enrichment class. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #engagechat A3 IMO the less the better, let student grow their talent, gift without pressure, unrealistic demands. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #engagechat A3 IMO the less the better, let student grow their talent, gift without pressure, unrealistic demands. #EngageChat

ReasonerCynthia May 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A2: Gifted Ss often aren't the T pets or do-gooders. Hard worker does not equal gifted. #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: Very important. My child was suicidal b/c I didn't know he wasn't being stimulated. Ps must know all needs.#EngageChat

nironside13 May 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: Parents need education & to learn to build in opportunities for their gifted kid to fail.. I had to learn the hard way! 😮 #EngageChat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hello from, #VT, everyone. Q3: parents can encourage kids to tinker, challenge themselves, problem solve, connect, be creative. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Wow! Powerful! #EngageChat https://t.co/TCXPEtoV4M

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: Very important. My child was suicidal b/c I didn't know he wasn't being stimulated. Ps must know all needs.#EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A2: When Ps know their child needs more, they are more willing to sign papers, find tutors etc. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@nironside13 Love the idea of Ps needing ed, often they mean well but do so much damage, A3 #EngageChat

teacher_city May 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Love this @BrilldeRamirez. #EngageChat https://t.co/i4syGyRdwt

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A2 Where students are gifted, there is a special light that emanates, work not only easy but like a jewel; it shines forth. #EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3 Need team approach.All on same team supporting growth/development of each student for life of service to community/self/world #EngageChat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Yes! They are used to ideas coming easily. It's easier to be right than accept challenge. @itsmeSpiri @DavisWelcome #EngageChat

nironside13 May 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz yes! My son's gifted teacher taught me that! Was so hard, but made him much happier & more courageous #EngageChat

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#EngageChat Remember each student has unique needs. Can't generalize all the same.

JKatzaman May 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3 Parents should be kids' biggest cheerleaders. Not stage mothers, but instil appreciation in youngsters for accomplishments. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@nironside13 So true! #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A2: Ts need to help Ps understand that gifted doesn't mean a Ss needs more work, just more brain stimulating work. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@BrilldeRamirez Nice point, ideally GAT is kept far way from formalised testing IMO. #EngageChat

pgilders May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Role Ps play differs from role should b played. Help Ps go byond pushing 4label &support deep learning.#engagechat https://t.co/3zALh1VVSo

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Q3: What role does parent engagement play in the gifted education process? #engagechat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3) Ps should collaborate, provide support & advocate on behalf of child, adv. learning takes time, practice, and patience #EngageChat

love5thgrade May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3: A lot. Today a friend told me about her son's fascination with marine biology since age 2. She never dismissed it. :) #EngageChat

ReasonerCynthia May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3: P role in gifted Ed process should be =to that of sped process or any other exceptionality-referral, questionnaire, meeting #EngageChat

DonaldClark May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

#engagechat Do professional teachers really call students 'Gifted'? What's wrong with you?

Rdene915 May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #EngageChat A3 varies, some Ps push Ss in 1 directn, less Ss choice for their interests, but also protect Ss to guar opps

Amy_MacCrindle May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3: It's essential! Ss can't only be "learning" at school... It's a partnership! #EngageChat https://t.co/r4GAwZOyO4

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Q3: What role does parent engagement play in the gifted education process? #engagechat

teacher_city May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

So true @teresagross625! #EngageChat This is critical. https://t.co/UG4AliC0F1

teresagross625 May 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#EngageChat A2: getting to know a student is the 1st step in building any relationship and learning about him/her

youtheduteach May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3: Parents should be there to help guide them, not do the work for them. Parents involvement should be at all age levels. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@Non_Toxic_Kids Welcome! So true! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@nironside13 Nice often students with their talent are too scared to shine due to feeling the odd one out. #engagechat

EdLead670 May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3. Advocacy, first and foremost. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@EdLead670 And support, most often of the emotional kind. #EngageChat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3: Yes! The power of failing-- students learn grit, perseverance, motivation. @nironside13 #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Partnership is critical! #EngageChat https://t.co/PppeguHnwA

Amy_MacCrindle May 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A3: It's essential! Ss can't only be "learning" at school... It's a partnership! #EngageChat https://t.co/r4GAwZOyO4
- DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT
  
  Q3: What role does parent engagement play in the gifted education process? #engagechat

youtheduteach May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3: Building a better community between educators, parents, and students. #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3: Ps need to share w/Ts whats going on at home. Every time summer approached I had to find things for him to do. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@youtheduteach Great point. The children are individual, not re-casts of their Ps. #engagechat A3

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3b) Ps should have relationship and partnership with Ts and school admin about educating highly advanced learners #EngageChat

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3) Parent is child's first advocate. Also, a partner in education; not the foe. #EngageChat

PrincipalMrsDG May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3: Parents can help their child develop a growth mindset, to exceed curriculum expectations #EngageChat https://t.co/W6cP6L3p07

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Q3: What role does parent engagement play in the gifted education process? #engagechat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Thank you! Also that education is something where you reach, strive, push, not handed to you. @DavisWelcome #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@PrincipalMrsDG Nice, I think the curriculum in HSs does very little to release GAT. #engagechat A3

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A3: My son would go into deep depressions come end of April & I had 2 subscribe 2 every science magz i cud find. watch him. #EngageChat

kelley_weiss May 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A3 we need to engage the Ps with the Ss and help them to support their Ss. Provide resources and education so they can advocate #EngageChat

DonaldClark May 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#engagechat A3 Parents love this, if their kid is called 'gifted', everyone else thinks it's an abomination - and it is

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@EdLead670 Amen! #EngageChat

WayneCamo May 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A3: The majority of gifted students have a very strong parental & support system in place. This scaffolds & propels them 2 excel #EngageChat

ShamikaWomble May 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A3: Ps shld encourage the Ss but be careful not to put unnecessary pressure or demands on child that may actually backfire. #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@Non_Toxic_Kids @DavisWelcome Eaxctly, students should see that school supports their life and not the other way aroud. #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A3c) Some Ps assume that schools will know about their child and about the edu. opportunities that exist to maxi. potential #EngageChat

choosito May 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Do you know of a school in need of resources? Sign up to help at https://t.co/WmP91gWmQL #engagechat #edtech #edchat https://t.co/078KJIXfaf

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Agree, this is some of our most important work! Developing growth mindset no matter what level a student is. @PrincipalMrsDG #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@WayneCamo #engagechat I agree and long as the Ss have choice and freedom in the journey. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@WayneCamo #engagechat I agree and long as the Ss have choice and freedom in the journey. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Question 4 coming up .... #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A3: My son asked for a DSM IV 4 his 16th B-day would watch surgeries on line. I wish I had Ts telling me what to do. I was alone.#EngageChat

steph_rw_cyrus May 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#EngageChat A3: I hope parents work as advocates and partners with Ts & others to understand the needs of the Ss.

english_roy May 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A3: Parents of gifted students can help their kids learn how to engage ideas that don't come naturally. Teach them to stretch. #EngageChat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Yes! Like Dewey said, education IS life! @stuartkellynz @DavisWelcome #EngageChat

EdLead670 May 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@PrincipalMrsDG @DavisWelcome True. It can be difficult for these Ss to achieve growth on end of grade tests too.#EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@steph_rw_cyrus Nice Stephanie and let the Ss choose their destinations and speed! #engagechat A3

love5thgrade May 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A3: #EngageChat: Ps should LISTEN, encourage, and have faith in their kids' aspirations. Find "routes" to guide them with wisdom and choice

DonaldClark May 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#engagechat The giftedare given their 'gift' from who or what. Answer that question before using such a dangerous term.

DennisDill May 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

From my perspective the "gifted" program is too restrictive ... No creativity heck most of my gifted kids can't read a ruler #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@Non_Toxic_Kids @DavisWelcome Nice, education is just the curriculum! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Should also seek other Ps of children with advanced capabilities and share ideas and concerns #EngageChat

MelanyStowe May 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A3: Parent engagement plays a role in any meaningful & successful #k12 program. #EngageChat

HelenWilt May 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Agree. Abhor GT pullout programs. All Ss r talented in something. Find those talents & challenge our Ss #engagechat https://t.co/O3Nu11EjPG

DonaldClark May 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#engagechat 'Gifted' plays to idea that ability is fixed, even genetic. Totally destructive concept.

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A3: some parents pressure excelling Ss too much + kids are afraid to fail + rise to challenges. @WayneCamo @DavisWelcome #EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A3 Lived all this. Kicked out of HS at 16. Addict. Then took SAT 97% math Parents & few Ts never gave up tho. Meant a lot to me. #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A3: He went thru school so fast Associates Degree at 17 y.o. & now no idea what he wants to B. Too much too fast. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q4: Why do some students not like to be looked at as gifted around their friends? #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@HelenWilt Likewise all it does is get the students more comfortable and singled out for no real gain. #EngageChat

teacher_city May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#EngageChat @DavisWelcome I wanted to share this with you. https://t.co/hdMBKkjvi0

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@steph_rw_cyrus Yessss! #EngageChat

lesleywprice May 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

SEN kids are also gifted #EngageChat https://t.co/ekwsognYFt

DonaldClark May 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#engagechat A3 Parents love this, if their kid is called 'gifted', everyone else thinks it's an abomination - and it is

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Provide structure and boundaries for behavior, G&T Ss can be obsessed and fixated on things #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@Non_Toxic_Kids @DavisWelcome Sorry this should have said education is not just the curriculum! ##EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A3: When finally go him "help" was unable to help w/HWI didn't know how 2 do the math ha! Stressful. Other Ps didn't understand #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri #engagechat And space for expression and exploration, safe but challenging.#EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@itsmeSpiri #engagechat And space for expression and exploration, safe but challenging.#EngageChat

steph_rw_cyrus May 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

#EngageChat-- Love the mention of parents NOT being the foe! Bring them in as partners- we need ALL parent support https://t.co/y3Rw9k3ax1

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3) Parent is child's first advocate. Also, a partner in education; not the foe. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@steph_rw_cyrus Nice, the more they understand, the less they'll get in the way. #EngageChat

DennisDill May 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4 gifted =different ... Few want that label in MS ... Same stigma as being in the remedial class #EngageChat

YQuinlan77 May 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Q4 sadly there is a social stigma to being 'different'. People understand 'average'. #EngageChat

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4) Just chatted about Stigma of Giftedness at #gtchat this week. Transcript: https://t.co/2JKUuiDHJF #EngageChat

nironside13 May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@teacher_city @DavisWelcome @_jeffguo so glad you brought up the question of equity & access to gifted Ed. Many kids left out! #EngageChat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

learning is not linear, so labels should not be fixed, either. #EngageChat

EdLead670 May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@teacher_city @DavisWelcome @_jeffguo Thank you for the article!#EngageChat

kelley_weiss May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4 No one wants to be seen as different or that they are any better than their peers. Their friends may not accept them #EngageChat

MelanyStowe May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4: If #k12 was individualized, we could do away with labels like "gifted." Labels vs. appropriate/timely instruction. #EngageChat

english_roy May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4: Kids want to fit in the norm established by their peers. To be outside this accepted middle risks ridicule. #EngageChat

JKatzaman May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4 So-called gifted students might be mocked by classmates & friends. They can be easy targets for bullying at school & online. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@Non_Toxic_Kids Yes and GAT can come out and go, ebb and flow, does take work to make GAT a reality. #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@steph_rw_cyrus TY for saying this. I didn't know how to help my son. I was not gifted. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@YQuinlan77 So true! #EngageChat

DonaldClark May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#engagechat 'Gifted' programmes just old fossils hanging around in schools that have poor CPD.

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Yes, want to feel part of something! RT @DennisDill A4 gifted =different ... Few want that label in MS ... #EngageChat"

teresagross625 May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#EngageChat A4: makes them feel like they stand out when they want to fit in

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@Ms_PFlynn @steph_rw_cyrus #engagechat Don't be so hard on yourself, no person is completely gifted! #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@Ms_PFlynn @steph_rw_cyrus #engagechat Don't be so hard on yourself, no person is completely gifted! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@kelley_weiss Great point! #EngageChat

PrincipalMrsDG May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: Many students - gifted or not - don't like to be labelled. #EngageChat https://t.co/0F6uD5cU9d

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q4: Why do some students not like to be looked at as gifted around their friends? #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: My son's friends thought he didn't like them, he was lonely sometimes. He wanted to be normal. #EngageChat

youtheduteach May 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: Ss fear being seen as "different" no matter how they define it. We should be encouraging our students to be DIFFERENT! #EngageChat

kelley_weiss May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@DonaldClark If a classroom is differentiated properly then all Ss can shine and feel like they belong. Pull out is destructive #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@MelanyStowe Nice! #EngageChat

DennisDill May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I don't care if you're gifted - average - low ... I'm going to challenge you ... Academically and creatively #EngageChat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I see this too! Being challenged to them is a threat to their successful status. @ShamikaWomble @WayneCamo @DavisWelcome #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@PrincipalMrsDG You got it! #EngageChat

VictoriaCurry77 May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Friendships are developed by finding common ground (sameness) gifted can be hyper alert to differences #EngageChat

HilaryBills2 May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A3: Parents can help their child develop a growth mindset, to exceed curriculum expectations #EngageChat �� MORE >> https://t.co/qWBT7wxHE8

HilaryBills2 May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A3) Parent is child's first advocate. Also, a partner in education; not the foe. #EngageChat MORE >> https://t.co/qWBT7wxHE8

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A4 Oooh...6th grade spelling:"brilliant:Miss Brill is brilliant." I then stopped studying until college #EngageChat https://t.co/Aya0GKIfND

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q4: Why do some students not like to be looked at as gifted around their friends? #EngageChat

HilaryBills2 May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Question 4 coming up .... #EngageChat MORE >> https://t.co/qWBT7wxHE8

HilaryBills2 May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

#engagechat I agree and long as the Ss have choice and freedom in the journey. #EngageChat MORE >> https://t.co/qWBT7wxHE8

HilaryBills2 May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

#engagechat I agree and long as the Ss have choice and freedom in the journey. #EngageChat MORE >> https://t.co/qWBT7wxHE8

HilaryBills2 May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Do you know of a school in need of resources? Sign up to help at #engagechat #edtech #edchat MORE >> https://t.co/qWBT7wxHE8

ShamikaWomble May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A4: Social stigma of being "diff". No child wants that. Students want/need to fit in with their peers. #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Because "gifted" is so misunderstood by Ps, Ts and most importantly of all Ss, has stigma to it! #engagechat A4

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A4: My son reading 11th grade literature in 4th grade. They skipped him 2 middle school that yr. he lost his friends. He cried. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@english_roy You got it! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A4) Some G&T Ss have social issues, don't relate to others in their age group, interactions seem awkward, considered know it all #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@Ms_PFlynn Expand not advance, I was put up a year, uni at 17 too immature socially to cope! #EngageChat

PrincipalMrsDG May 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A4: For some, being smart isn't cool. (Do kids even use the word cool anymore? Lol) #EngageChat https://t.co/0F6uD5cU9d

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q4: Why do some students not like to be looked at as gifted around their friends? #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@PrincipalMrsDG This big kid does! LOL #EngageChat

ReasonerCynthia May 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A4:Gifted Ss are misunderstood by many-including peers. Gifted=weird Most Ss want to fit in with the masses, not stick out. #EngageChat

love5thgrade May 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A4: Honestly bc of stereotypes and misperceptions. What media makes it seem like... #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A4: So much more to gifted challenges. He was hearing dirty jokes he didn't understand. He was so innocent then. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A4 Unless it's gifted at sport or music, seems other forms of GAT not cool in today's world- bizarre! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@Ms_PFlynn Thanks for sharing this, Patti! #EngageChat

MrsBradshawSDT May 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A4: Possibly the stigma of the word "gifted." May feel like they don't fit in, others may have to high expectations of them. #EngageChat

kelley_weiss May 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@VictoriaCurry77 it can also put up barriers between Ss that would have been great friends/support for each other #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Question 5 coming up ..... #EngageChat

JKatzaman May 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@Ms_PFlynn My youngster was relieved when school psychologist recommended he not skip kindergarten to first grade. #EngageChat

WayneCamo May 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A4: A sense of belonging is very important during this phase and as a result gifted student may not wish to be singled out. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@WayneCamo #engagechat Or removed from their peers. Shouldn't be isolated due to their ability.#engagechat A4

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@WayneCamo #engagechat Or removed from their peers. Shouldn't be isolated due to their ability.#engagechat A4

spencer_claudia May 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A4 They don't want to be treated differently. Gifted Ss want others to see them for who they outside of aig activities. #EngageChat

LauraGWillis May 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

"Gifted" can be associated with an elevated status in some ways. Ss feel they can't make mistakes, show weakness. #engagechat

Amy_MacCrindle May 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A4: Thinking about MS it's fear of being different and peer pressure. #EngageChat https://t.co/kujkqf7Uen

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q4: Why do some students not like to be looked at as gifted around their friends? #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@english_roy Wonderful, yet the gifts of the mind last so much longer! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q5: How can we ensure that gifted learners are challenged to meet their full potential? #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Yw just remember vividly. see him now 2nd year at UVA cud grad. next yr if wanted. Has no clue what he wants 2fast #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

G&T may feel like they always have to win, or be the best, some very competitive & don't handle losing well = no fun 4 others #EngageChat

darylhowardphd May 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A4)Depending on the age, belonging in social peer group is major. G&T may feel foreign & also req greater non-social commitments #EngageChat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Look @ our leaders + movies! Being smart can be VERY hard for a kid. RT @PrincipalMrsDG A4: For some, being smart isn't cool. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #engagechat Ensure they have the freedom to explore & make sure that they understand failure is key to growth! A5 #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #engagechat Ensure they have the freedom to explore & make sure that they understand failure is key to growth! A5 #engagechat

kelley_weiss May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz @WayneCamo We isolate a student and we limit the growth they could receive through classroom interaction #EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A4 Challenge in univ for Ss to learn how to integrate, work w whoever they need to work w projects teams #EngageChat https://t.co/tdLl2YHa74

english_roy May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4: Kids want to fit in the norm established by their peers. To be outside this accepted middle risks ridicule. #EngageChat

teresagross625 May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#EngageChat Have a wonderful weekend! Thanks for the chat!

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Amen! #EngageChat https://t.co/IntdXVfB8P

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome #engagechat Ensure they have the freedom to explore & make sure that they understand failure is key to growth! A5 #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@kelley_weiss @WayneCamo Yea and then try to say it's for their own good...yeah right! #EngageChat

RewardingEdu May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A4 The anti-intellectualism of our culture stigmatizes any kids who try & succeed in school. Ts must counter that awful message! #EngageChat

VictoriaCurry77 May 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A4. No one begins a friendship or social circle by saying-you know how I'm different from you. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@VictoriaCurry77 Awesome! #EngageChat

WayneCamo May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz We live in a cruel world. It is sad these things happen. Gifted students face bullying in addition to isolation. #EngageChat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

For all kids! RT @DennisDill I don't care if you're gifted, average, low .I'm going to challenge you.Academically + creatively #EngageChat

steph_rw_cyrus May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#EngageChat - really nice resource! Thanks for sharing with the group https://t.co/xRaMrdWD4b

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4) Just chatted about Stigma of Giftedness at #gtchat this week. Transcript: https://t.co/2JKUuiDHJF #EngageChat

youtheduteach May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5: Individualized instruction. Community Partnerships. Involving Ss in the learning process, giving meaning to their education. #EngageChat

DonaldClark May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#engagechat A4 Because 'gifted' is an inappropriate label used by professionals who should know better.

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@YQuinlan77 Excellent point! #engagechat

MrsBradshawSDT May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5: Opportunities for choice when it comes to enrichment. #EngageChat

spencer_claudia May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5 Differentiate their instruction. Challenge them with activities that cause them to investigate and draw conclusions. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Yesss! #EngageChat https://t.co/OGdhd4x68Y

youtheduteach May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5: Individualized instruction. Community Partnerships. Involving Ss in the learning process, giving meaning to their education. #EngageChat

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A5) New ESSA mandates PD in gifted under Title 2. Could go long way in dispelling myths. Little undergrad work in gifted. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@DonaldClark Unless applied to EVERY single student! ##EngageChat

BrilldeRamirez May 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Go Dennis! Everyone does need to be pushed. All do need to learn that struggle is part of life. #EngageChat https://t.co/KPsPLMOWrV

DennisDill May 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I don't care if you're gifted - average - low ... I'm going to challenge you ... Academically and creatively #EngageChat

VictoriaCurry77 May 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A5. Be attuned to the learner as a person- ask; "how's it going" Carl Anderson style #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

This is great! #EngageChat https://t.co/wJTQxQwNmv

MrsBradshawSDT May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5: Opportunities for choice when it comes to enrichment. #EngageChat

Non_Toxic_Kids May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Especially in the empathy + leadership dept! RT @kelley_weiss We isolate student + limit the growth from classroom interaction #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Very nice, Claudia! #EngageChat https://t.co/otRI0FHAei

spencer_claudia May 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5 Differentiate their instruction. Challenge them with activities that cause them to investigate and draw conclusions. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@BrilldeRamirez @DennisDill Yes, any students rise to expectation. #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A5) Curriculum based on development and ability far more effective than curriculum based on age #EngageChat

PrincipalMrsDG May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A5: help them develop a growth mindset - dedication, hard work, resiliency, a love for learning #engagechat https://t.co/h9hz66NDCk

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q5: How can we ensure that gifted learners are challenged to meet their full potential? #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A5) Each G&T S is different, what works for one may not work for others #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A5: His Ts didn't like when he asked Qs, they took it personal, thought he was challenging them. He was just trying to learn.#EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@PrincipalMrsDG Also point out that potential counts as a start that's all! #EngageChat

VictoriaCurry77 May 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A5. All human gifts cannot be boiled down to a data point. We must think of expansion in all ways #EngageChat https://t.co/DzCf2m9sIi

ReasonerCynthia May 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A5: It is our responsibility to meet the unique needs of ALL Ss-not just gifted-thru differentiation, PBL, interest surveys, etc.#EngageChat

JKatzaman May 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A5 Each student -- adult, too -- has different buttons to push that get them going. Don't take a blanket approach to teach them. #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@WayneCamo @kelley_weiss @DavisWelcome P empowerment yes but not overpowerment. #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A5: I wished Ts would have not been insecure & looked up answers if they didn't know. He admired his Ts, he loved them. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Amen! #EngageChat https://t.co/6xrARKieOJ

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A5) Each G&T S is different, what works for one may not work for others #EngageChat

ljconrad May 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Yes! #EngageChat https://t.co/4xlpS6el5i

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A5) Curriculum based on development and ability far more effective than curriculum based on age #EngageChat

VictoriaCurry77 May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

What about curriculum based on interest or self made challenges? #EngageChat https://t.co/WSD5aekNbS

itsmeSpiri May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A5) Curriculum based on development and ability far more effective than curriculum based on age #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@VictoriaCurry77 Awesome.Same with expressions of GAT, some can't exist in school expected context. #EngageChat

darylhowardphd May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

This fits A5. S's won't run from the gifted challenge whn the learning feels connected to their purpose #EngageChat https://t.co/oxFQXz8PBU

LauraGWillis May 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Gifted education means finding a student's special area of passion/talent and providing opportunities to help them grow further. #engagechat

youtheduteach May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A5: "We need to teach our Ss how to think, NOT what to think." #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A5: In 2nd gr. my son forced me to P/T conf. said mom, I want you to meet the smartest woman I know. HA! his Teacher. <3 #EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@VictoriaCurry77 Or journey-focused over destinations? #EngageChat

english_roy May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A5: Gifted students love being challenged intellectually as well as personally. Full engagement leads to gains in both areas. #EngageChat

steph_rw_cyrus May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Love the mention of GROWTH mindset and resilience! Great keys. #engagechat https://t.co/l6pzdQaPTu

PrincipalMrsDG May 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A5: help them develop a growth mindset - dedication, hard work, resiliency, a love for learning #engagechat https://t.co/h9hz66NDCk
- DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
  
  Q5: How can we ensure that gifted learners are challenged to meet their full potential? #EngageChat

ShamikaWomble May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A5: Challenge them to think and come out of their comfort zones. #engagechat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@DonaldClark Never been a fan! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@youtheduteach Very nice! #EngageChat

Ms_PFlynn May 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A5: All I know is in 3rd grade they pulled him out of class & taught him chess. They tried. That's all mattered 2 me.#EngageChat

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz @DonaldClark I tell all my Ss they're gifted, that's why they're in my class! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome May 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thank you for your great participation this evening! #engagechat https://t.co/OJuLtAlj1k

VictoriaCurry77 May 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@stuartkellynz truth!!! #EngageChat https://t.co/OmXNj6CZ4O

stuartkellynz May 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@VictoriaCurry77 Awesome.Same with expressions of GAT, some can't exist in school expected context. #EngageChat