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Have questions?  Want to learn more about gifted education and raising an academically child?  Check out the links below for more information!

20 Tips for Nurturing GT Children
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10 Suggestions for Parents of GT Children
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National Associate for Gifted Children (NAGC)

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Visit the National Association for Gifted Children website to access information about all things gifted!  From common definitions of Giftedness to other frequently asked questions, this website has all you need!  Below are some links directly from their website. 
  • Definitions of Giftedness
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Glossary of Terms
  • Myths about Gifted Students
Is My Child Gifted?
  • Identification
  • Common Characteristics of Gifted Individuals
  • Traits of Giftedness
  • Tests and Assessments
  • Domains of Giftedness
  • Levels of Giftedness
Diving Deeper
  • Motivation and Learning
  • Very Young Gifted Children
  • Social and Emotional Considerations
  • Gifted Education Practices
NAGC Publications for Parents
  • Parenting for High Potential
  • Connecting for High Potential
  • Bookstore -- Discover books on parenting gifted child


Hoagies' Gifted Education

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The Hoagies' Gifted Education Page has TONS of information and resources for your family and child to peruse!  From topics on parenting and social issues to books and great toys to buy, this website has it ALL!  Take a peek at some of the following highlights of this awesome resource:

  • Gifted 101
  • Social/Emotional Aspects of Giftedness
  • Hoagie's Gifted Kids Page
  • Contests & Awards Information
  • Frequently Asked Questions



Michigan Association for Gifted Children (MAGC)

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The Michigan Association for Gifted Children provides the resources and the know-how to help parents and educators improve the lives of Michigan's advanced and accelerated children.  


SENG (Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted)

SENG is an organization dedicated to supporting the emotional needs of the gifted child.  Browse the website to sign up for their free e-mail newsletter.  This website has excellent resources for parenting to the emotional needs of your child.
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Ottawa Area Intermediate School District Resources

The Ottawa Area Intermediate School District has links to many local university camps and programs.  Below are a few selected programs and camps that might be worth checking out!
Michigan State University

Gifted and Talented Programs at Michigan State University
Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) programs promote differentiated educational programs for students in grade school, middle school and high school.  Check out the various summer camp programs that are offered!


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Northwestern University

Center for Talent Development at Northwestern University
Northwestern's center for serving gifted students and their families. 




Hope College

Hope College Summer Science Programs
Hope College offers exciting summer opportunities for children 3 years old to 9th grade to explore the wonderful world of science.






Grand Valley State University

STEPS Summer Camp for Girls at Grand Valley State University
A one-week day camp introduction to the world of science, technology, and engineering.






Summer Institute for the Gifted

Summer Institute for the Gifted
Residential program for students grades 4-11. Variety of subjects from which to choose.




Calvin College

Calvin College A.C.E- Academic Camps of Excellence
Summer camps for gifted middle school students in math, science, literature, computer science and economics.




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