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For Parents New to GT
Parents are often looking for useful resources in gifted education, especially those new to the Jeffco GT program. JAGC offers resources on our website. Look for information for elementary students and Is My Child Gifted? under the Resources tab as well as helpful handouts and websites, books, and resources. To learn about GT kids with learning differences, see the Twice Exceptional page. 
Jeffco GT Dept. Information
What’s a Gifted Center? How do I enroll? Where can I find more information? Check out the answers to these and other questions on the Jeffco GT website. Here are some helpful links: GT Center School FAQs Gifted identification and assessment List of GT Center Schools and staff List of GT Resource teachers and counselors GT identification and referral application Jeffco Early Access to Kindergarten 6th grade middle school transition Jeffco GT Dept. GT 101
Hoagies Gifted website offers information for parents, educators and students. The Davidson Institute’s guidebooks for parents and educators on advocacy, early entrance to college, homeschooling, mentorships, and twice exceptional students can be downloaded for free: If you have questions about Jeffco GT Center placement or schooling, see the Jeffco GT Dept. website. You can contact JAGC for questions about navigating the GT world, connecting with other parents and parent resources at info@jeffcogifted.org or visit the JAGC website or Facebook page. 
General Parent Info
CDE Gifted Education Jeffco GT Dept. Gifted Parent Academy Online Course Four self-paced online courses to help parents of gifted children gain a deeper understanding of their child or children and load up their tool boxes with effective strategies for greater success and well-being. Programs fees apply. Parent/Teacher Conferences Must Do's JAGC’s Parent-Teacher Conferences Checklist offers helpful hints for a successful parent-teacher conference for your gifted child. There are also links to articles that offer guidance in advocating for your child. Advanced Learning Plans (ALPs) ALP Guidance from the CDE Office on Gifted Education: Parents are a required participant in the ALP process and monitoring a student's progress. They are members of the ALP team and receive notification of the ALP development. If you are not notified about your student's ALP, ask to be involved. Questions for parents to ask:
The ALP needs to have meaning to your child and to you. It is not just a piece of paper, it is a guide to help your student grow and develop into the person they have the potential to be. It takes a partnership with you, your child, and your child's teacher to make the ALP become a living document. ALP resources: Jeffco GT Dept. presentation: Understanding the ALP ALPs in Jefferson County Colorado Dept. of Education Advanced Learning Plans What You Need to Know Before Your Gifted Child Takes the PSAT Thank you to Ginny Riley for writing "One Day Matters: A Mom's Journey" about her son who was a National Merit Semi-Finalist at Conifer High School. She brings to light how gifted students often score lower each time they take the PSAT, why this happens, and how to prevent it. Check with your high school for PSAT dates. |
Parent & Family Resources
Back to School Resources Back to School Checklists (CDC) Back to School Resource Roundup (NAGC) Set Yourself Up for School Year Success (CO Parent) 5 Strategies for Students Learning Online (Edmentum) Advocating for Gifted Services (NAGC) Homework Help Jefferson County Library Elementary Homework Help Jefferson County Library Teen Homework Help Khan Academy offers homework help and test prep Prepdogoffers Common Core help by grade Learning Supports Examples of Student Introductions for TeachersTranslating IEP Goals to Home During COVID Using SEL FundamentalsSample Virtual IEP Meeting How to Speak IEP 
Student Programs & Enrichment
Student Opportunities from the Jeffco GT Dept. Center for Bright Kids Western Academic Talent Search (WATS) Testing for Gifted Students Grades 3-9 Colorado Student Leaders Institute - Application Open Oct.-Jan. Denver Writes Online Workshops Denver Writes Seeks Youth Contributors Profoundly Gifted Retreat Yunasa West Camp for Gifted Youth Summer - Applications Open in June Lockheed Martin STEM Opportunities for Students Denver Pioneer Drama Playwriting Contest & Musical/Play Submissions CU Science Discovery K-12 Programs STEM at home kits, virtual STEM academies, mountain research experience, school year and summer camps 
Scholarships
25 Great Scholarships for Gifted Students Reviews.com Scholarship Search Platform Denver Scholarships NAVIANCE scholarships Denver Foundation Scholarships JCEA Scholarships - Deadline April Outdoor Lab Leader Scholarship - Deadline Feb. Lockheed-Martin Student Scholarship - Deadline March Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado Scholarship - Deadline March College Greenlight RaiseMe Davidson Young Scholars Program – Applications Due First of Each Month National Young Arts Foundation Competition - Applications Due Oct. Davidson Institute Fellows Scholarships - Deadline Feb. College Resources
List of Colleges Accepting AP Credit Area College & Job FairsCollege Application Deadlines Area college & job fairs College Fairs of Greater Denver College application deadlines 
National GT Resources
Davidson Institute Guidebooks for Families Davidson Institute Newsletter Denver Gifted Development Center Blog Gifted Challenges Blog Gifted Guru NAGC Gifted Blog (National Association for Gifted Children) SENG Newsletter (Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted) SENG Online Programs and Events (Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted) TECA Blog (Twice Exceptional Children's Advocacy) TECA Online Parent Seminars (Twice Exceptional Children's Advocacy) TiLT Parenting Tech Talk Tuesdays Screen Tips for Families Subscribe to Tech Talk Tuesdays (TTT) to receive conversation starters about social media, video game use, tech tips, latest research and more. |
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When you select JAGC as your charity of choice and shop on Amazon through Amazon Smile, a portion of your purchase price will be donated to JAGC. Go to Amazon Smile and select "Jefferson County Association for Gifted Children" before making your next purchase. Help support family resources for gifted education. Thank you!
Become a JAGC Member
Join JAGC and help advocate for advanced learners! Membership in JAGC includes membership in CAGT (Colorado Association for Gifted and Talented) and runs September until August. Combined dues are $40 annually. Join today and support gifted education in Jeffco!
Support JAGC With Amazon Smile
When you select JAGC as your charity of choice and shop on Amazon through Amazon Smile, a portion of your purchase price will be donated to JAGC. Go to Amazon Smile and select "Jefferson County Association for Gifted Children" before making your next purchase. Help support family resources for gifted education. Thank you!
Become a JAGC Member
Join JAGC and help advocate for advanced learners! Membership in JAGC includes membership in CAGT (Colorado Association for Gifted and Talented) and runs September until August. Combined dues are $40 annually. Join today and support gifted education in Jeffco!
