Texas G/T Toolkit for Families
Created specifically for Texas families, this toolkit provides helpful information and resources for supporting gifted and talented learners. Families can explore topics such as understanding giftedness, identification and services, testing, twice-exceptional (2e) learners, supporting learning at home, working with schools, and student opportunities. It’s a great place to start when you have questions about gifted education in Texas.
Explore the Toolkit: https://gtfamilytoolkit.tea.texas.gov/
Looking for ways to support your gifted learner at home? The National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) offers free, family-friendly TIP Sheets with practical information on topics such as perfectionism, friendships, creativity, enrichment, self-advocacy, giftedness, and social-emotional development. These quick resources are a great way to learn more about the unique needs of gifted children and find ideas for supporting them as they grow and learn.
Link-https://www.nagc.org/family-tip-sheets
The Texas Association for the Gifted & Talented (TAGT) offers parent webinars designed to help families better understand and support gifted learners. Hear from experts on topics such as social-emotional development, executive functioning, motivation, twice-exceptionality, self-advocacy, family relationships, and more. These webinars provide practical strategies and helpful ideas families can use to support their gifted child both at home and at school.
Link-https://txgifted.org/parent-webinars/
“I’m Not Who You Think I Am” – Family Resource
This resource from the Texas G/T Toolkit helps families better understand how their child learns and recognize individual strengths, interests, and learning needs. It can also help start meaningful conversations between students, families, and educators about providing appropriate challenge and opportunities for growth. It is designed as a communication and reflection tool, not a test or label.
Explore the Resource: https://gtfamilytoolkit.tea.texas.gov/resources/im-not-who-you-think-i-am
Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP)
Curious about what advanced learning can look like? The Texas Performance Standards Project provides TEKS-aligned learning tasks that encourage gifted students to investigate topics deeply, conduct research, make real-world connections, and create high-quality products. Families can explore projects for students from kindergarten through high school and get a closer look at inquiry-based learning opportunities for advanced learners.
Explore TPSP: https://www.texaspsp.org/
Davidson Institute Resource Library
The Davidson Institute offers a large collection of free resources and guides for families of gifted learners. Parents can explore information on topics such as identification and testing, twice-exceptional learners, friendships and social skills, acceleration, differentiation, talent development, educational opportunities, and more.
Explore the Resource Library:
https://www.davidsongifted.org/resource-library/
Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students
Want to learn more about how gifted education works in Texas? The Texas State Plan outlines state expectations and best practices for identifying and serving gifted learners, including assessment, curriculum and instruction, professional learning, and family involvement. This is a helpful resource for families who want to better understand G/T services in Texas schools.
Explore TEA G/T Resources: https://tea.texas.gov/special-populations-and-support/gifted-and-talented