Below are links to other resources of interest to families and educators of gifted and talented children. This list is non-comprehensive, and will be updated as often as possible. (Please note that KAGE provides these as a source of information, and does necessarily endorse any programs.)

Resources on Gifted and Talented Education

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KAGE Update newsletter, online version (.pdf) – Available on the KAGE Members Only page, click HERE

GIFTED RESOURCES 2020 – In an effort to support parents, educators, and G/T students during school disruptions due to COVID-19, the KAGE Board has been collecting G/T-related educational resources to share with our members and followers. Check it out. 

KAGE Members Only page –  The members-only webpage has handouts and presentations from past conferences and workshops, KAGE newsletters that can be downloaded, videos, and more. Contact KAGE for your password. 

Kentucky Department of Education – Gifted and Talented

Gifted and Talented Assurances: https://kagegifted.org/regulations/

Gifted and Talented Regulations: 704 KAR 3:285. Programs for the gifted and talented. https://kagegifted.org/regulations/

National Association for Gifted Education (NAGC) 

Professional Development Learning Opportunity through KAGE Foundation – Looking for quality professional learning opportunities for your educators, administrators, counselors, or parents. Trying to stretch an almost nonexistent professional development budget? Do we have a deal for you! Experts in our state and beyond have volunteered their services to provide professional learning experiences, tailoring the material to fit your audience and purpose. 100% of the proceeds goes to the KAGE Foundation which provides financial assistance to qualified Kentucky students who, because of financial need, would otherwise be unable to participate in the summer gifted programs offered by Kentucky’s public universities. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Gifted Education Month in Kentucky 2021 – The Proclamation Ceremony looked different this year. A video was made with special contributions from Governor Andy Beshear, KDE Commissioner Jason Glass, Kentucky legislators, and school district gifted programs from around the state. Check it out at https://kagegifted.org/proclamation2021/

  • PRIMARY TALENT POOL BROCHURE (produced by the KY Advisory Council for Gifted & Talented Children): The Primary Talent Pool is a group of student who possess demonstrated or potential ability to perform at exceptionally high levels in the primary years (P1-P4; Kindergarten through Third Grade). Click HERE to download the brochure,

  • GIFTED EDUCATION MONTH IN KENTUCKY is usually designated in February, but NOW is always a good time to open positive dialogues with key decision makers, parents, local officials, and community members. To download a list of activities YOU can do in your community to increase awareness of gifted education, click HERE

NATIONAL REPORTS OF INTEREST TO GIFTED ADVOCATES:

JAVITS ACT AND TALENT ACT

last updated 03/03/2021