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IN THIS ISSUE
●Director's Corner
-Adam Laningham, SENG President
●Introducing the 2024 SENG Board of Directors
●2024 SENG Annual Conference Updates:
-Call for Proposals Reminder
-Exhibitor & Sponsorship Opportunities
-Early Bird Registration is Open!
●SENG APA Courses On Demand
●SENG Partner Spotlight
●SENG Youth Virtual Program
●Upcoming SENG Author Visit
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Director's Corner
By Adam Laningham, SENG President
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As we welcome the start of another year, I am filled with immense gratitude as I reflect on the milestones and strides that we, as a community, have achieved together at SENG over the past year. Each step forward stands as a testament to the unwavering dedication and support of our volunteers, donors, and advocates.
The year 2023 was a year of resilience and adaptation. Despite facing various challenges, our collective resolve remained unwavering. We navigated uncharted waters while also focusing on adapting our programs to meet the evolving needs of those we serve.
I am exceptionally proud of the hard work and dedication exhibited by all our board members and volunteers. At this moment, I want to give special recognition to both Lin Lim and Sylvia Bagley for their leadership in revamping our cherished SENG Model Parent Groups into the new SENG Community Groups. Their leadership and dedicated support have transformed this program into one that is more flexible and relevant to the diverse stakeholders within our community. For the first time in SENG's history, this program extends its support to communities of color, the twice-exceptional community, gifted adults, LGBTQIA individuals, and other unique populations. Our facilitators will receive training to effectively run groups in their communities tailored to the specific needs of their community. They will have the option to choose from a variety of SENG approved resources to best address those needs. I eagerly anticipate seeing more children and adults benefit from this beloved and invaluable program.
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Introducing the 2024 SENG Board of Directors! | |
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SENG is thrilled to introduce the 2024 SENG Board of Directors! Please join us as we welcome new members Gayle Bentley, Nisia Patalan, Kristy Peloquin, and Dr. Ciminy St. Clair! SENG's Officers for the upcoming two year term are Adam Laningham (President), Denise Michelle Hicks (President-Elect), Dr. Sylvia Bagley (Secretary), Dr. Jeffrey Tsang (Treasurer), and Lisa Sticca-Concord (Officer at Large.) Dr. Lin Lim will continue her service to SENG as Past President. CLICK HERE to learn more.
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2024 SENG Annual Conference Updates | |
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CALL FOR PROPOSALS
LAST CALL!
Don't miss this chance to dock your ideas at SENG's 2024 Annual Conference. Let's set sail together into a future filled with community, advocacy, and adventure. We can't wait to see what treasures you'll bring on board!
Are you an educator, parent, clinician, gifted adult, advocate, entrepreneur, researcher, or practitioner with a knack for navigating the waters of gifted communities, advocacy and adventures? We want you aboard! Submit your proposal for a 75-minute breakout session or a 2-hour workshop by January 31st, 2024. Remember, spots are as coveted as a sunny day at sea, so make sure your proposal shines like the sun!
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Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities
We have an array of Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities available at the
2024 SENG Annual Conference!
CLICK HERE to view the 2024 Exhibitor &
Sponsor Prospectus.
Questions? Contact Brian.Shea@sengifted.org
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The 2024 SENG Annual Conference will be held in Berkeley, CA on
July 11th-13th!
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
LEARN MORE HERE
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SENG APA Courses On Demand! | |
SENG's popular APA Continuing Education Courses offered in 2023 are now available On Demand on the SENG website! Complete the courses at your own pace and on your own schedule...and earn APA Continuing Education Units (CEUs)! Learn more about the three courses below or on the SENG website. | | |
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Dyslexia and the Gifted: A Course for Psychologists
Presenters: Fernette Eide, M.D., and Brock Eide, M.D., M.A.
What should psychologists know about dyslexia and giftedness? This course provides an overview of core issues concerning gifted students and dyslexia, including presentation and identification, classroom challenges, accommodations, remediation, social and emotional issues, and areas of controversy. Drs. Brock and Fernette Eide are leading international authorities on dyslexia and learning differences. They co-authored the international bestseller, The Dyslexic Advantage, revised and updated in larger print in 2023, and The Mislabeled Child. For 20 years, they have tested countless individuals with learning differences from all over the world in their private practice and co-founded the non-profit organization, Dyslexic Advantage and social purpose corporation Neurolearning.
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Dyslexia and the Gifted: A Course for Psychologists
Presenters: Fernette Eide, M.D., and Brock Eide, M.D., M.A.
What should psychologists know about dyslexia and giftedness? This course provides an overview of core issues concerning gifted students and dyslexia, including presentation and identification, classroom challenges, accommodations, remediation, social and emotional issues, and areas of controversy. Drs. Brock and Fernette Eide are leading international authorities on dyslexia and learning differences. They co-authored the international bestseller, The Dyslexic Advantage, revised and updated in larger print in 2023, and The Mislabeled Child. For 20 years, they have tested countless individuals with learning differences from all over the world in their private practice and co-founded the non-profit organization, Dyslexic Advantage and social purpose corporation Neurolearning.
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NEW WAYS TO IDENTIFY TWICE EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS ON THE WISC-V
Presented by: Linda Kreger Silverman, Ph.D.
Not all parts of an IQ test have equal ability to identify advanced ability. Subtests loaded in abstract reasoning reveal the stunning cognitive power of the gifted mind. There are now new ways to identify gifted and twice exceptional (2e) children that provide more accurate estimates of the abilities of gifted children than the Full Scale IQ. According to the NAGC Position Statement, “Use of the WISC-V for Gifted and Twice Exceptional Identification,” 7 different composite scores should be acceptable for selection to gifted programs, provided that the score falls within the confidence interval of the selection criterion. A gifted lens is needed to obtain accurate assessments of twice exceptional children. The most important diagnostic question is, “To what extent does the discrepancy between the child’s strengths and weaknesses cause frustration and interfere with the full development of the child’s abilities?”
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Specializing in Pediatric Neuropsychological & Autism Evaluations
We want your child to be comfortable and laugh along the way. We invite their questions and want to share with them what we learn about their amazing brain! That is why we develop a personalized book along with your child throughout the process. We complete the book together at our child feedback session. The child learns about how their brain works and you have a shared language as a family to continue the discussion at home. LEARN MORE HERE.
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Introducing SENGYouth Virtual Programs | |
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We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new SENGYouth Virtual Programs in 2024, starting with the first event featuring our partner, Qualia School. Although the first class is already full, there is a waitlist opportunity available. Stay tuned for more opportunities later this year! CLICK HERE to learn more about our first event:
An Introduction to Einstein's Theory of Relativity.
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Join SENG Director Shaunne McKinley as she hosts authors
Dr. Lin Lim and Adam Laningham
Based on the book series, by the same title, the authors share a great wealth of experience educating and parenting these unique learners. You will become more aware of this vulnerable population as well gain knowledge and practical support to help your child both at home and in school. Among other topics we will address who these learners are, the challenges these children face, and provide specific strategies to support them.
We Will Discuss:
- Who Twice-exceptional (2e) children are
- Where they are
- Understanding challenges they face in schools
- Understanding challenges faced by their parents, teachers, schools and districts
- Successful strategies for teachers and schools to support them
- How extra-curricular activities can help
- The importance of mindfulness, social, & emotional supports
- And one of the most important things to remember in order to help them
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ADVERTISE WITH SENG!
Do you provide gifted services and products that benefit our membership? Visit the SENG Store for more information on how to get your message to over 70,000+ in our monthly SENGVine.
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