Upcoming Meetings for Helping Gifted and 2e Students

A couple upcoming meeting announcements from the Scottsdale Supporters of the Gifted. Any questions? Contact: ssg@arizonagifted.org.

SSG News – October 12, 2008

SSG welcomes all families and educators to join us at the events listed below. Come meet new families, see old friends. Update your knowledge on current issues regarding best practices for gifted children. All SSG events cost $5.oo per family and are free to educators. Attendance certificates available to use for professional development requirements.

“GIFTED but…” Marlo Payne Rice Thurman
OCTOBER 16, 2008 Thursday 6:30 to 8:30 Mustang Library Auditorium

Is your child gifted but with learning issues? The founder of the famous Brideun Learning Communities in Colorado will present ideas on how to successfully educate gifted and twice-exceptional students. Parents and professionals welcome!

Note: The previous night, 10/15, Marlo will be speaking to people interested in a school based on the Brideun model which is scheduled to open in Scottsdale in Fall 2009. For more information, go to www.az2e.org.)  

GENIUS COACHING -Guiding Your Child with Careful Listening and Effective Language
NOVEMBER 20 2008 6:30 to 8:30 Mustang Library Auditorium

Join Otto Siegel, M.Ed and Susanna Lange, authors of “Yes, You Are a Genius – Whether You Know it or Not” for a presentation on communicating effectively with your child. Learn to find the words that will motivate and encourage your child instead of creating barriers and conflict. Empower your child and yourself to overcome challenges created by giftedness.