September 2024

Director's Corner

SENG Spotlight

SENG in the Community

Highlighted September Events & Promotions

SENG Partners

When we think about all the things that impact the world of giftedness, my ardent hope is that we will keep in mind just how complicated the picture can look for some. Not all families have access to resources to help them navigate life with their gifted children, not all individuals enjoy cultures open to concepts associated with giftedness, and not all children have circumstances conducive to fully embracing a gifted life. This is why I am a firm believer in the work and mission of SENG.

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Adam Laningham, our current SENG President, presented for the Alabama Association for Gifted Children on sensitivities, asynchronous development, perfectionism, and more!

Board members Lin Lim and Gayle Bentley represented our SENG community at the European Council for High Abilities (ECHA) Conference in Greece.  Their session on ““Inclusive ways to Support the Emotional Needs of the Gifted” shared our message globally!

The SENG Board of Directors is made up of national and international servant leaders, advocates, and community members who are passionate about supporting gifted individuals and their families to thrive. 

This year, we are specifically seeking candidates who are licensed psychologists to fill an open seat overseeing our APA Programming.

Board positions require a minimum 3-year active commitment starting January 1, 2025. Selected candidates must maintain an active, financially contributing membership.

The deadline to apply is October 25, 2024.

This session will highlight the keys to fostering resilience and bringing emotional stability into the classroom and/or home through co-regulation. This session is rooted in the principle that relationships come first - it only takes one safe, committed adult to help a child grow, heal, and meet their potential. This session will build a foundation of understanding how early adversity and stress can skew the wiring in a child's brain and nervous system, leading to stress responses and struggles in the classroom and at home.

Calling all Arizona parents! SENG invites you to join us in person in Phoenix, AZ, for a special event dedicated to discussing the challenges and successes of raising gifted children. Connect with other parents, exchange ideas, and build your SENG community. This free event is designed to foster a supportive network among parents of gifted children. Hosted by SENG Board Director Shaunne McKinley and Board President Adam Laningham, this is an evening you won't want to miss!

Join Dr. Lin Lim & Dr. Gayle Bentley with SENG partner Bridges Graduate School for a FREE 9-week Parent Development Program! This program is designed for parents of gifted and 2e children to enhance their parenting journey with expert guidance.

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