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The May eNews-Update includes advocacy support for families, new Davidson Gifted Perspectives videos, thoughtful reads and podcasts, program updates, and an inspiring Fellows spotlight. There’s a lot to explore this month! mailchi.mp/davidsongifted…

Curriculum matters, but preparation matters too. Teachers need training to identify and use high-quality instructional materials effectively. Julia Hayes explains why educator prep programs play a key role. fordhaminstitute.org/national/comme…

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Test score gains fade. But long-term outcomes like graduation and earnings often persist. So what does that mean for judging school success? @drewhalbailey joins The Education Gadfly Show to discuss the fadeout effect. Listen: fordhaminstitute.org/national/resou…

Congratulations to Christopher Gilbert on his @DavidsonGifted Fellows Scholarship awarded for his project done at the Wolfram High School Summer Research Program. Read his post about universal classical and quantum gates on Wolfram Community: community.wolfram.com/groups/-/m/t/3…

New Book Explores the Lives of Highly-Profoundly Gifted Individuals - Davidson Institute davidsongifted.org/news/new-book-…

📚 If reading makes us smarter, picture books are where smart begins. They build vocab, story structure, and cultural literacy—before kids can even read. 🧠 By @rpondiscio: fordhaminstitute.org/national/comme…

"A book that shows how much America underestimates its students" edadvance.substack.com/p/a-book-that-… #gifteded

National Math Stars is seeking candidates for the following role: General Manager, New Program (national-math-stars.breezy.hr/p/9762c3bf0b1b)

Making the switch to online learning? You’re not alone. See the latest Davidson Academy Online blog, "How to Successfully Navigate the Transition to Online Learning: A Guide for Families and Schools": davidsononline.org/blog/how-to-su… #GiftedEducation #OnlineLearning #ParentingGiftedKids

Is AP Calculus really the golden ticket to success? New new study by @Matt_Giani, @FranchescaLyra, and @redandexpert says: not necessarily. Both Calc and Stats can open doors. ctt.ec/pd44z+

Dr. Jessica Potts, our Online Curriculum Coordinator, and Dr. James Bondarchuk, our Dean of Faculty, will be delivering an NAGC webinar, Empowering Gifted Educators: Pathways to Professional Growth and Leadership, on May 22. More info and registration: davidsononline.org/news/potts-bon…

belinblank.wordpress.com/2025/03/18/wil… #acceleration #gifteded

18-year-old Matteo Paz designed machine-learning algorithms to efficiently comb through 200 billion entries of raw NEOWISE infrared full-sky data. He found 1.5 million new potential objects.

Freddie deBoer makes 1 really important point about ed reform: We've overpromised and underdelivered because we ignore that some kids are smarter than others. But he's wrong in thinking that this point makes reform a waste of time, says @MichaelPetrilli. fordhaminstitute.org/national/comme…

Advocacy is hard work, and whether this year felt like a success, a challenge, or both, you’ve made a difference. Take a moment to recognize your progress, celebrate. See this month's Guiding Gifted issue: guiding.davidsongifted.org/p/spring-break… #GiftedEducation #twiceexceptional

Join The International Gifted Consortium (IGC), Research Center Highly-Profoundly Gifted at The William & Mary - School of Education 2E Online Conference - Thursday, February 27 and Friday, February 28, 2025 education.wm.edu/centers/cfge/p…

2023 Davidson Fellow Renee Wang was featured in a Good Good Good article for her unique approach to creating housing for the homeless. #davidsonfellows #giftededucation davidsongifted.org/news/davidson-…

🌟 Calling all young changemakers! 💰 Award: $25,000 - $100,000 🕛 Deadline: February 12, 2025 📃 Apply Here: bit.ly/DavidsonFellows @DavidsonGifted @browardschools @browardedfound @flcollegeaccess #DavidsonFellows #Scholarships Post by DCC SJCC

Exceptional Girls Podcast: "Understanding Eating Disorders with Dr. Gail Post" buzzsprout.com/1810172/episod… #gifteded