Helpful Links for Parents

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Links to Gifted Organizations

• NAGC (National Association for Gifted Children)

This is the national parent organization for IAGC. There are many resources for parents about giftedness and gifted advocacy

• Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG)

This is an organization dedicated to the needs of the gifted - this site has a wealth of resources for individuals who have an interest in anything related to giftedness!

• Northwestern University’s Center for Talent Development

Northwestern University offers a plethora of enrichment opportunities throughout the year, including summer courses.

• Illinois Association for Gifted Children

A non-profit organization dedicated to gifted education and advocacy in Illinois, IAGC provides wonderful learning opportunities for educators and parents. They are the voice of the gifted in Springfield.

• Hoagies’ Gifted Education Page

Started by a parent of a gifted child and board member of SENG, this page has a wealth of resources about giftedness.

• CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning)

Not necessarily a gifted website, but one that addresses needs that gifted students often have.

• Davidson Institute

Non-profit talent development organization focused on profoundly gifted children. Has some links to helpful articles.

• Center for Gifted/Midwest Torrence Center for Creativity

Local non-profit organization that provides unique opportunities for gifted students outside of school to explore enriching and creative curriculum. Classes offered during the school year and during summer.