Guilford County PAGE Member Kick-Off Event at the Greensboro Science Center
Sunday, October 4, 2015
1-5 p.m. (first come, first serve)
Members and their families (120 total) will enjoy free admission, a PAGE welcome, and snack packs. A group rate will be offered on SkyWild admission.
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 Two Board Positions Available
Guilford County PAGE is seeking two adult volunteers to fill open board positions. Descriptions follow, and if you'd like to learn more, please contact Holly Stewart.
Family Programming Chair: Plans enriching, engaging and exciting activities for gifted students and their families.
Specific duties include:
- Plan programming to meet the interest and needs of gifted students and their families (e.g., fall and spring programs)
- Work with Communications Chair to survey member interests and promote programming
- Serve as on-site coordinator for events and volunteers
- Attend board and general meetings
- Time commitment: A few hours each month
Advocacy Chair: Advocates on behalf of the needs of academically gifted students in Guilford County.
Specific duties include:
- Monitor gifted issues at the local, state and national levels
- Coordinate advocacy efforts with NCAGT (North Carolina Association for Gifted and Talented) as needed
- Attend annual advocacy conference in Raleigh, if offered
- Attend board meetings
- Time commitment: 2 hours each month
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Insights from Our 2015 Teacher Appreciation Week Winners
During Teacher Appreciation Week in May, we announced three winners of our nomination-driven contest: Brandy Jo Brehm (Gibsonville Elementary), Elizabeth Ellison (Academy at Lincoln Middle), and Amanda Stone (Grimsley High). Afterwards, we asked them to share with us their thoughts on gifted kids, public education, instructional techniques they find helpful, and advice for parents.
Read this insightful Q&A with these fine teachers. |
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Blogs and Online Resources
http://www.giftedguru.com/
This blogger offers up resources, books, commentary, and more on the subject of gifted education.
http://giftedkids.about.com/
Carol Bainbridge, an expert on gifted children, maintains this blog, which is chock full of learning ideas, information, and more.
http://gcq.sagepub.com/
Gifted Child Quarterly, is a great resources. Currently offering a free download on Twice Exceptional children.
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