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Unit 1
In this unit, students will explore how they can use their interests, talents, creativity, and unique strengths to make a positive difference in their classroom, school, or community. Students will identify real-world problems or needs, work collaboratively with others, and use creative thinking to design solutions that bring people together and improve the lives of others. Through this process, students will discover that their passions can be powerful tools for solving problems, helping others, and creating meaningful change.
The Renzulli Profiler is a tool that helps students learn more about themselves as learners. Rather than being a test that students pass or fail, it gives students an opportunity to reflect on their interests, strengths, learning preferences, and ways of thinking. Students answer questions about what they enjoy, how they approach challenges, and the types of activities that capture their attention. The information helps teachers better understand each student and provide learning experiences that connect with their individual strengths and interests. Most importantly, the Profiler encourages students to become more aware of what makes them unique as learners and how they can use their strengths to grow.
Students created visual representations of their top 3 interests based on their Renzulli Profile survey.
Reading, Thinking & Experimenting!
This month we read Enemy Pie and practiced thinking like problem solvers by looking at conflicts, considering different perspectives, and finding ways to make situations better. Then, we brought the story to life with a fun baking soda and vinegar experiment to represent the “pie” in the story! Students made predictions, observed reactions, and connected their science thinking to the characters and events in the book.
Swap strategies and learn from each other!
Swap strategies and learn from each other!
What helps you remember important things?
How do you stay organized?
What do you do when something is difficult?
What helps you finish a job?
What helps you stay calm when something is difficult?
How do you solve problems at work or at home?
What is one strategy you use when you feel frustrated?
How do you make a plan before starting a big job?
Raising a gifted child often means navigating intense emotions and sharp senses. Gifted education expert Dr. Linda Silverman explains that these children develop unevenly; their minds may grasp adult concepts, but their hearts still react like kids. This mismatch causes what researchers call "overexcitabilities," meaning gifted kids feel everything more deeply. A loud classroom can feel completely overwhelming, and a sad news story can trigger intense worry about the world. To support children through overwhelming moments, parents can meet them with understanding and validation instead of asking them to quickly calm down. You can nurture your child by creating a quiet space at home for them to recharge, teaching them to name their emotions, and helping them find friends who share their deep interests.
*When report cards go home each quarter, you’ll also receive a VAULT progress update highlighting your child’s growth in different areas of gifted learning and thinking.
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