Resources
The New Jersey Association for Gifted Children (NJAGC) is the statewide gifted organization. Their mission is to promote excellence and leadership in gifted education through appropriate programs, resource networks, and community advocacy. www.njagc.org
The National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) is an organization of parents, educators, other professionals and community leaders to address the unique needs of children and youth. Membership includes a subscription to Parenting for High Potential, a magazine with articles geared to the development of talent. www.nagc.org
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. www.cec.sped.org
The Association for the Gifted (TAG) organized in 1958 by The Council for Exceptional Children, helps professionals and parents work with gifted children. www.cectag.org
Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG) works to offer support and guidance to the gifted community, through education, research, and connection. With the right intellectual and emotional support, gifted people can accept themselves and fulfill the potential of their incredible capabilities. And, perhaps more importantly, they can learn to work with their high sensitivities to feel balanced, happy, and at peace. www.SENGifted.org
Brain Teasers, Logic, and Optical Illusion Activities
Brain Bashers: http://brainbashers.com/
Concept is Puzzles: http://www.conceptispuzzles.com/
Mystery Master: http://www.mysterymaster.com/
Grand Illusions: http://www.grand-illusions.com/ Click on “Illusion Gallery.”
Contests
The New York Times Student Editorial Cartoon Contest (for children ages 13–18): https://goo.gl/dm9hFU
Innovation Contests: http://www.ideaconnection.com/contests/contest/
National Invention Competition for Children in Grades Pre-K through College: Student Ideas for a Better America: http://www.nmoe.org/students/siba.htm
Academic Games Tournament: http://www.academicgames.org/
Academic Triathlon: http://www.academictriathlon.org/
Continental Mathematics League http://www.continentalmathleague.hostrack.com/
Destination Imagination http://www.destinationimagination.org/
Future Problem Solving: http://www.fpsp.org/
Additional Resources
48 Essential Links for Parents of Gifted Children – The title speaks for itself. Absolutely awesome resource for parents. http://oedb.org/ilibrarian/50-essential-links-for-the-parents-of-gifted-children/
The National Research Center on Gifted and Talented (NRC/GT), sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, investigates, develops, and disseminates new methods for identifying and teaching gifted students. The NRC/GT, located at the University of Connecticut, is run collaboratively with the University of Virginia and Yale University, and works in conjunction with more than 300 public school district research study sites. www.gifted.uconn.edu
Hoagies' Gifted Education Page is a resource guide for the education of gifted children with links to many gifted education resources available on the Internet as well as more bibliotherapy titles. www.hoagiesgifted.org
Gifted-Children.com: Identification, Encouragement, and Development (GCC) is an on-line parents' newsletter with networking and information dedicated to making a difference in the education of children with special talents and abilities. www.gifted-children.com
The Association for the Education of Gifted Underachieving Students (AEGUS) provides a forum for ideas and interventions aimed at helping twice-exceptional students reach their full potential. www.aegus1.org
The State of New Jersey Department of Education Student Learning Standards - Gifted and Talented provides answers to frequently asked questions. http://www.state.nj.us/education/genfo/faq/faq_gandt.htm
*None of these resources have been endorsed or approved by the School District. They are simply listed as resources that have helped other families within the District.