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Education & Homeschooling
June Han

Easing the Affordability to a Custom College-Admissions Journey for Gifted Learners

This post describes an affordable, AI-augmented college-admissions counseling service designed for gifted students and SENG families. It outlines accessible, year-round guidance replacing costly private coaches, six focus areas (academics, extracurriculars, honors, financial aid, college lists, applications), and an invitation to try discounted support.

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June Han August 4, 2025
Education & Homeschooling
Dr. PJ Sedillo

So, What Is This Thing Called Pride?

This article explains the history of Pride and the Stonewall Riots, summarizes research on school-based harassment and risks faced by LGBTQ+ youth, and offers parents and educators practical guidance for supporting gifted children to become informed allies through education, conversation, advocacy, and participation in Pride and community events.

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Dr. PJ Sedillo June 16, 2025
Adult Giftedness
Lin Lim, Ph.D.

Creating Space for Acceptance and Growth

The author reflects on the importance of creating safe, supportive spaces for mental health and growth, describing how such environments foster belonging, resilience, and agency. She offers practical prompts and small actions to cultivate and sustain safe spaces for oneself and others, emphasizing shared responsibility.

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Lin Lim, Ph.D. May 7, 2025
Counselors & Counseling
Ilse Gevaert

Bridging Two Worlds: A Guide to Supporting Twice-Exceptional Children

Twice-exceptional children combine high intelligence with learning differences and are often misunderstood. This guide outlines misconceptions, brain differences, and distinctive strengths, then offers practical strategies—strength-based learning, assistive technology, emotional support, breaks, and community—to help 2e students bridge challenges and reach their potential.

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Ilse Gevaert April 14, 2025
Education & Homeschooling
Dr. Gayle Bentley

Navigating the Diverse Paths of Twice-Exceptional Autistic Teenagers

Author reflects on supporting twice-exceptional autistic teenagers, emphasizing asynchronous development, individualized timelines, and centering students’ goals. She advocates collaborative planning, fostering self-advocacy, and flexible transitions—such as community college pathways—to build independence while honoring each student’s aspirations.

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Dr. Gayle Bentley April 14, 2025
Communication
Denise Michele Hicks, YSBH EdS PMP

From Strength to Strength: Celebrating Women’s Month with More Key Resources

The author summarizes a SENGinar interview with Dr. Donna Ford, highlighting culturally responsive, trauma-informed approaches to gifted education and sharing recommended resources and books. The post thanks women leaders in gifted education, urging advocacy, equity, and continued efforts to support diverse gifted learners.

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Denise Michele Hicks, YSBH EdS PMP March 14, 2025
Education & Homeschooling
Yekaterina (Katrina) O’Neil

Групи Підтримки Батьків: Чому Вони Важливі

Стаття описує важливість груп підтримки для батьків подвійно виняткових (2в) дітей. Авторка розповідає особистий досвід участі у групі SENG, пояснює унікальні потреби 2в дітей, висвітлює стрес батьків і наводить дослідження, що підтверджують користь спеціалізованих програм підтримки.

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Yekaterina (Katrina) O’Neil March 14, 2025
Adult Giftedness
Rianne van de Ven

Supporting and Strengthening Gifted Communities

The author describes becoming a certified SENG Community Group facilitator and participating in international sessions with gifted adults and professionals. She plans to start groups in the Netherlands and train staff to expand SCG facilitators, encouraging others to organize local groups for peer support and community strengthening.

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Rianne van de Ven February 12, 2025
Education & Homeschooling
Aditya Chothani

Dualities in the Gifted

The author reflects on the duality in gifted individuals: strong cognitive abilities paired with emotional sensitivity. Masking vulnerability with intellect can lead to anxiety, isolation, and conflict between authentic self and social expectations. Understanding and supporting both cognitive and non-cognitive needs fosters empathy and healthy development.

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Aditya Chothani December 17, 2024
Education & Homeschooling
Shaunne McKinley

Circa 2016… Here We Go Again

The author warns that 2024’s divisive rhetoric echoes 2016, urging readers to speak up against threats to education and civil rights. She advises supporting gifted children emotionally, modeling kindness and respect, and preparing youth to effect positive change while highlighting SENG’s commitment to community support.

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Shaunne McKinley November 14, 2024