For Parents
NCAGT realizes that parents need information to support the academic and social-emotional development of their children. In addition to the Parent Corner in the monthly NCAGT Nugget, and our monthly Parent eXchange meet-ups, the following links and resources are provided to assist parents in their efforts.
Is my child gifted?
Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG) and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) collaborated on this informative brochure for parents and healthcare providers.
Looking for a way to connect with other parents in North Carolina?
Partners for the Advancement of Gifted Education (PAGE) are the local affiliates of the North Carolina Association for the Gifted and Talented (NCAGT). PAGE groups are parents, teachers, and others helping each other with the purpose of providing appropriate educational and life experiences for gifted children. Current PAGE affiliates (as well as their contact information) are listed on the "About" page.
Davidson Institute's Tips For Parents
The mission of the Davidson Institute is to recognize, nurture and support profoundly intelligent young people and to provide opportunities for them to develop their talents to make a positive difference. Here you will find tips from seminars the Institute has hosted specifically for parents.
National Research Center
Located at the University of Connecticut, the NRC houses numerous monographs pertaining to a variety of gifted education issues.
Eric Digests
The Association for the Gifted within the Council for Exceptional Children houses many brief articles on pressing topics in gifted education.
Enrichment Opportunities
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Summer Discovery Institute for the Gifted offers talented students an academic curriculum that is challenging, interactive, and hands-on – while helping students build essential life skills, like leadership and self-advocacy. Outside the classroom, students embark on fun adventures and develop meaningful friendships. View our residential summer programs on prestigious college campuses here.