Do you suspect your child is gifted? René Islas, executive director for the National Association of Gifted Children, will tell us the common characteristics and special needs of gifted children

Rene Islas, thanks so much for being here. In this video you will know about: Rene will tell us the common characteristics and special needs of gifted children and what you can do to best support their learning and development. In this interview you will learn:

🔹 What is a gifted child?

🔹 When can children be identified as gifted?

🔹 Can gifted children thrive in public school settings?

🔹 Is giftedness something you are born with or can it be cultivated?

🔹 Tips you can use at home to help your child reach for their personal best

🔹 What are the resources provided by NAGC?

PGCPS Talented and Gifted Office Website

PGCPS Administrative Procedure 6142,2

The major focus of the Talented and Gifted Program (TAG) in all Prince George’s County Public Schools is meeting the needs of students in the first category, general intellectual ability. Special consideration is given during the identification process to students with specific academic aptitudes, creative productive thinking abilities, and task commitment. Please click on the brochures below to read about what it means to be TAG and the types of programs we offer in PGCPS. ⬇️