Gifted, Talented, and Exceptional Learners: Unique Brains,

Unique Challenges, Unique Needs

Meeting Sponsored by

Parents for Gifted Education (PGE) and coordinated with  

RPS205 Renaissance Gifted and Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) Gifted Programs

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Special Speaker: Andy Mahoney, MS, LCPC

Andy is a nationally recognized expert and pioneer in the field of counseling the gifted and talented. His expertise spans nearly 30 years as a counselor, family therapist and trainer of mental health professionals.

Presentation and Small Discussion Groups

Auburn High School Library

5110 Auburn Street

Rockford, IL 61101

TOPICS TO BE COVERED

Gifted Characteristics

Overexcitabilities & Sensitivities 

2e: the underlying challenges and what parents can do to help

Did you think raising a gifted child would be easy?

Have you ever wondered how to help your overexcited child find time to relax?

Have you heard of the term twice- exceptional (2e)?

Does your child do their homework, only to lose homework before turning it in? Or, does your child work on homework but is reluctant to turn in homework that is not perfect?

Do you think your child is lazy, disorganized, hyper-focused, or one who “can’t focus at all”?

Has your child been diagnosed with dyslexia, ADHD, autism, or Asperger’s Syndrome?

See www.pge205.org for more details.