Dear BVGT members and friends,
Due to coronavirus precautions, Boulder Valley Gifted and Talented is suspending all operations until further notice. After restrictions are lifted, BVGT will resume our work advocating for the needs of children who are gifted. Once we start up again, we’ll hold elections for our executive board positions, schedule the general membership meeting, and eventually launch our fundraiser.
Still, we remain committed to supporting our community of gifted learners through this challenging time. Below (in no particular order) are some suggestions from expert sources on how to support your gifted children’s needs at home. Note that the following is provided for your information and does not constitute a recommendation nor endorsement from BVGT. As always, adults are responsible for determining the appropriateness of any activity or website for children. Please direct any questions about the content directly to the website.
Talking to Children about COVID-19: A Parent Resource
WHO: Helping Children Cope with Stress
Learning Essentials: Enrichment at Home
Birdville Schools Enrichment Ideas
Common Sense Media Resources for Families
Edweek.org: Teaching Kids at Home During Coronavirus: Protips from Homeschoolers
NPR: Working, Parenting and Teaching from Home
Today.com: Homeschooling Moms Share Their Tips
Raising Lifelong Learners: Strategies for Teaching Gifted Children at Home
Kids’ Academy: Five Fun At-Home Activities for Gifted Kids
Oak Crest Academy: Out-of-School Activities for a Gifted Learner
Forbes.com: Three Ideas for Teaching Critical Thinking at Home…
Renzulli Learning: Free for the remainder of the academic year 2019-20
Davidson Institute Gifted Database and Resources (search engine)
Hoagies’ Gifted: Social-Emotional Aspects of Giftedness
OEDb.org: 48 Essential Links for the Parents of Gifted Children
Stay safe!
Sincerely,
Doug Alexander
President, Boulder Valley Gifted and Talented