In the simplest terms, magnet means “something that attracts.” This is indeed the concept behind the nation’s magnet schools. To the students who attend magnet schools and their families, the term takes on a deeper meaning: choice in the search for educational excellence. … [Read more...] about Magnet Schools: Offering Distinctive Learning Opportunities
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Choosing the Right School for Your Gifted Child
Ned’s parents found themselves begging for greater challenges for their son from a school that prided itself on its “challenging curriculum.” It set a pace six months faster than other schools, but Ned’s abilities went years beyond that. They decided to switch to a school that raised the learning bar when individual students were ready by using flexible, small groups. Ned was challenged academically, and his social relationships soared. … [Read more...] about Choosing the Right School for Your Gifted Child