When the IEP Is Not Enough: Advocating for Strengths for Gifted Neurodiverse Youngsters
July 22, 2024
When the IEP Is Not Enough: Advocating for Strengths for Gifted Neurodiverse Youngsters
Twice-exceptional youngsters have a complex set of needs rarely acknowledged through an Individual Educational Plan. Remedial in nature, these plans typically omit the child’s giftedness. This results in no recommendations for developing the child’s strengths, interests, and talents. Instead plans for 2e learners need to follow a strength based approach that includes developing a strength profile and using strengths 1. Engage 2e learners, 2. Leverage strengths for skill development, 3 Dually differentiate learning and 4. Provide talent development.
Come learn how to advocate for the support 2e students at home and in school. alent development and more for your child.