Davidson Gifted Blog
Gifted Students and Stress Management: Our Favorite Books
Highly gifted students often can experience high levels of stress to excel at everything they are involved with. They tend to be especially perceptive in picking up on environmental cues, so they may be more sensitive to issues…
Making Time Work for You: Two Tips for Families Struggling with Schedules Amid the Pandemic
Rethinking Balance We live in a society that places a high value on work. It is not just a necessity to put food on the table, but it is also tied up in how…
Tips for Students: Developing Effective Resumes: Advocating for Your Experiences
The following article shares highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Summary Your resume and cover letter are important ways to talk about your…
Trust Your Parent Gut
The following article shares highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Trusting one’s “Parent Gut” when raising a gifted child can be…
Gifted Lesson Plans: A List of Resources
Below are some of our community’s favorite educator books and websites on lesson plans listed in alphabetical order.* Books 20 Ideas for Teaching Gifted Kids in the Middle School & High School Receive some…
Gifted High School Course Options
In order to satisfy their intellectual needs, many gifted students must take courses beyond the typical high school offerings. Honors classes, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and dual enrollment in college courses are…
Talent Search Opportunities for Gifted Students
The following table provides a schedule of Talent Search programs in the United States, contact information, deadline dates and tests required. This is a great resource for parents of gifted children who want their…
Perfectionism and Gifted Students: Our Favorite Books
Perfectionism is a combination of the desire to be perfect, the fear of imperfection, and the sense that being perfect will bring acceptance as a person. “Perfectionistic behaviors include such things as over-commitment, super…
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