OATAG BLOG |
|
According to our recently-adopted bylaws, OATAG offers you several levels of involvement:
Q: My child is in a school that isn't meeting his/her needs. There doesn't appear to be any focus on supporting challenge education for gifted children. What can I do?
OATAG (The Oregon Association for Talented and Gifted) is seeking nominations for the upcoming election, as well as board members to fill existing vacancies.
By Margaret DeLacy, Ph.D.
Vice President, OATAG The Oregon State Board of Education is considering changes to the policies concerning complaints and appeals. Below is my summary of the most important changes, followed by a link to the proposed language in the materials submitted to the Board, the hearing schedule, a note from Emily Nazarov concerning opportunities to participate in the rulemaking process and finally, a note from the Department of Education explaining the Department's current policy when districts fail to follow the process laid out in the OARs. If you wish to comment or participate, please be sure to submit any comments for the Board in good time: at least two days before the hearing takes place. As the rules are currently being revised, you may wish to comment on that too. Question: My 9 year old suddenly announced that she was a vegetarian. This came as a complete surprise to me. Is this common in gifted families?
Summer Session registration opens Monday, April 24!
Fall Session registration will open Monday, May 1.
Question: What's the scoop on identifying and serving twice-exceptional homeschooled TAG students?By Margaret DeLacy, Ph.D.
Topics include: myths and misconceptions, mandate compliance, best practices, supporting student learning, and more!
|
Quick Links: |
|
OATAG advocates for the needs of talented and gifted children, serves as a resource for families, educators, and communities, and provides direction for excellence in education.
Web Master: service@oatag.org |
|