Gifted Social & Emotional 

A common misconception is that gifted students do not require mental health supports because “smart kids can figure it out themselves”. However, many gifted adolescents are forced to face challenges such as depression, anxiety, perfectionism, and social stigmas. For this reason, VPP is committed to addressing the social-emotional needs our gifted learners. Through affective education, we help students understand themselves as gifted, as learners, and as a part of a larger community, providing opportunities for self-expression, community service, leadership and risk-taking.