September 2016

September 2016 Newsletter
As we return to education, many families find it also a time to revisit the challenges gifted children face. In this issue, we include many educational opportunities to help understand the gifted person - free talks, as well as special presenters, and several conferences where NWGCA board members will be speaking. You will also find articles discussing educational challenges. 
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Upcoming Events
September 22, 2016
Adult Giftedness:Misunderstood and Misdiagnosed 
with Paula Prober, M.S.    
Online SENGinar, Registration required 
Using examples from her counseling practice and her analogy of the rainforest mind, Paula Prober, M.S. will detail the complexities of adult giftedness and provide strategies and resources to help gifted adults understand themselves, communicate with others, and find self-acceptance.  Issues include: sensitivities, perfectionism, multipotentiality, schooling, parenting, counseling, relationships, impostor syndrome, and decision-making.  the focus will be on the many ways gifted adults are misunderstood with some information on misdiagnosis. 
More Info Here
 September 29, 2016
Over-Excitabilities 
with Dr. Susan Daniels
 Online SENGinar, Registration required 
Dr. Daniels is an internationally recognized expert in the field of gifted education and creativity, with numerous publications and presentations at educational and psychological conferences. She specializes in the social and emotional development of gifted children and adolescents, intensity and sensitivity of gifted individuals across the lifespan, and the development of creative potential.  
More Info Here
 October 8, 2016
Putting Together the Puzzle of the Gifted Family
with Anne van Roden and Gloria Sandford - both experienced parents of gifted children and licensed mental health professionals who specialize in working with gifted families in the Seattle area.
Seattle, Registration required
Come join us for an interactive and inspiring workshop where you will learn key tools to help your gifted family thrive. This one-day workshop will apply SENG concepts at a deeper level focusing on the whole family. Specific tools include: 1) measuring certain gifted traits in family members, 2) examining how different patterns can cause ongoing conflicts and misunderstandings and 3) identifying some strategies to help address those challenges. Participants will leave with uniquely crafted strategies to help their family live together in a more cohesive and harmonious manner.
More Info Here
October 17, 2016
The Power and Gifts of ADHD
with Dr. Edward Hallowell  
University of WA, Registration required
Dr. Edward Hallowell will explore the brain science behind ADHD, the directions of current research and the impact of ADHD on the family. Dr. Hallowell's lectures are packed with children and adults who are always moved to hear about his life-long goal to help people master the power of ADHD.
More Info Here
What Parents and Educators Need to Know about Smart Kids with Austina De Bonte, President NWGCA
Shoreline - October 3 at 7pm 
Redmond - October 5 at 6:30pm
Kelso - October 13 at 6pm
Mount Vernon - October 26 at 6:30pm
Bothell - October 27 at 7pm
FREE presentation, no registration required
Many people are surprised to learn that their child's unique "quirks" are actually well-studied social & emotional behavior patterns that appear across large populations of highly intelligent children. Whether it's refusing to wear shirts with buttons or tags, overreacting to the slightest criticism, gravitating towards adults and older children, forgetting to turn in their homework, trouble with handwriting, anxiety about trying something new, or preferring a book to a party, these and many other perplexing behaviors are common in this population. Learn what's normal, what to expect as they grow, and why genuine challenge is vitally important for kids' social and emotional development, as well as developing their academic talents, from the preschool and elementary years all the way to high school and beyond.
More info here
Upcoming Conferences
October 15, 2016
Oregon Association of the Talented and Gifted (OATAG) Annual Conference
Reed College, Portland, OR
More Info Here
October 28-29, 2016
Washington Association of Educators of the Talented and Gifted (WAETAG) Annual Conference
Tacoma, WA
More Info Here
November 3-6, 2016
National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) 63rd Annual Convention
Orlando, FL
More Info Here 
Articles
Smart-Shaming: Sorry But Your Child is Too Bright to Qualify for Help
by Dr. Daniel Peters
Dr. Peters gives his perspective on the challenges advocating for 2e children. 
Read the Complete Article Here
Why Talented Black and Hispanic Students Can Go Undiscovered 
by Susan Dynarski
Public schools are increasingly filled with black and Hispanic students, but the children identified as "gifted" in those schools are overwhelmingly white and Asian.
Read the Complete Article Here
Gifted Kids and School: The Best Approach to Educating Einstein
by Kristen Gough
Keeping super-smart children engaged, motivated and accepted can be an incredible challenge. Learn how to help your academically bright child.
Read the Complete Article Here