Author: Deborah Gennarelli, M.Ed.

Deborah Gennarelli, M.Ed.

Deborah is passionate about supporting gifted/2e children and their families. She has 35+ years of experience as an educator in public and private settings across three states and earned her master’s degree in gifted education from Kent State University.

Education & Homeschooling

Do No Harm

The article urges educators to “do no harm” when serving gifted and twice-exceptional children, highlighting harmful myths, misdiagnosis, and inequitable identification. It recommends knowledgeable staff, accurate diagnosis, and tailored interventions (acceleration, mentorships, differentiation) so gifted/2e students receive appropriate support.

Deborah Gennarelli, M.Ed. December 20, 2023