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The May eNews-Update includes advocacy support for families, new Davidson Gifted Perspectives videos, thoughtful reads and podcasts, program updates, and an inspiring Fellows spotlight. There’s a lot to explore this month! mailchi.mp/davidsongifted.or…
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Curriculum matters, but preparation matters too.
Teachers need training to identify and use high-quality instructional materials effectively.
Julia Hayes explains why educator prep programs play a key role.
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I built an obstacle avoiding Mars Rover
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Test score gains fade.
But long-term outcomes like graduation and earnings often persist.
So what does that mean for judging school success?
@drewhalbailey joins The Education Gadfly Show to discuss the fadeout effect.
Listen: fordhaminstitute.org/nationa…
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Congratulations to Christopher Gilbert on his @DavidsonGifted Fellows Scholarship awarded for his project done at the Wolfram High School Summer Research Program.
Read his post about universal classical and quantum gates on Wolfram Community:
community.wolfram.com/groups…
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ALT Wolfram community post, "[WSRP24] Minimal universal classical and quantum gates."
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14 Nov 2025
New Book Explores the Lives of Highly-Profoundly Gifted Individuals - Davidson Institute davidsongifted.org/news/new-…
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7 Aug 2025
📚 If reading makes us smarter, picture books are where smart begins.
They build vocab, story structure, and cultural literacy—before kids can even read.
🧠 By @rpondiscio: fordhaminstitute.org/nationa…
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7 Aug 2025
"A book that shows how much America underestimates its students" edadvance.substack.com/p/a-b… #gifteded
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4 Jun 2025
National Math Stars is seeking candidates for the following role: General Manager, New Program (national-math-stars.breezy.h…)
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5 May 2025
Making the switch to online learning? You’re not alone.
See the latest Davidson Academy Online blog, "How to Successfully Navigate the Transition to Online Learning: A Guide for Families and Schools": davidsononline.org/blog/how-…
#GiftedEducation #OnlineLearning #ParentingGiftedKids
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30 Apr 2025
Is AP Calculus really the golden ticket to success? New new study by @Matt_Giani, @FranchescaLyra, and @redandexpert says: not necessarily. Both Calc and Stats can open doors. ctt.ec/pd44z
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15 Apr 2025
Dr. Jessica Potts, our Online Curriculum Coordinator, and Dr. James Bondarchuk, our Dean of Faculty, will be delivering an NAGC webinar, Empowering Gifted Educators: Pathways to Professional Growth and Leadership, on May 22. More info and registration: davidsononline.org/news/pott…
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27 Mar 2025
18-year-old Matteo Paz designed machine-learning algorithms to efficiently comb through 200 billion entries of raw NEOWISE infrared full-sky data. He found 1.5 million new potential objects.
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27 Mar 2025
Freddie deBoer makes 1 really important point about ed reform: We've overpromised and underdelivered because we ignore that some kids are smarter than others. But he's wrong in thinking that this point makes reform a waste of time, says @MichaelPetrilli. fordhaminstitute.org/nationa…
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25 Mar 2025
Advocacy is hard work, and whether this year felt like a success, a challenge, or both, you’ve made a difference. Take a moment to recognize your progress, celebrate. See this month's Guiding Gifted issue: guiding.davidsongifted.org/p…
#GiftedEducation #twiceexceptional
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26 Feb 2025
Join The International Gifted Consortium (IGC), Research Center Highly-Profoundly Gifted at The William & Mary - School of Education 2E Online Conference - Thursday, February 27 and Friday, February 28, 2025 education.wm.edu/centers/cfg…
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11 Feb 2025
2023 Davidson Fellow Renee Wang was featured in a Good Good Good article for her unique approach to creating housing for the homeless.
#davidsonfellows #giftededucation
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6 Feb 2025
🌟 Calling all young changemakers!
💰 Award: $25,000 - $100,000
🕛 Deadline: February 12, 2025
📃 Apply Here: bit.ly/DavidsonFellows
@DavidsonGifted @browardschools @browardedfound @flcollegeaccess #DavidsonFellows #Scholarships
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Exceptional Girls Podcast: "Understanding Eating Disorders with Dr. Gail Post"
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