Understanding Giftedness and Advocating for Gifted Education
Featured below are links to web sites and specific web pages that provide
information about giftedness and gifted advocacy for parents and teachers of
gifted students.
Gifted Internet Links
This web page, from the ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and
Gifted Education, dispels some of the most common misconceptions
that people have about gifted students. In addition, a helpful
list of truths about gifted students is included.
Common Myths and Truths About Gifted Students
Hoagies' Gifted Education Page offers resources, articles, books
and links.
Hoagie's Gifted Education Page
Founded in 1981, GAM seeks to "Expand the Promise" of gifted
education in Missouri through advocacy, information, and greater
awareness of the unique educational needs of the gifted and
talented. This site is designed to be a resource for parents,
educators, students, and friends of the gifted.
Gifted Association of Missouri
The National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) is an
organization of parents, teachers, educators, other
professionals, and community leaders who unite to address the
unique needs of children and youth with demonstrated gifts and
talents as well as those children who may be able to develop
their talent potential with appropriate educational experiences.
National Association for Gifted Children
Mrs. Good works with gifted students in grades 6, 7, and 8 at Carl
Junction.
Mrs. Good, Carl Junction Gifted, Grades 6, 7, and 8
Ms. Nicolas works with gifted high school students at Carl Junction.
Ms. Nicolas, Carl Junction Gifted, Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12
Other Resources