April 2021 TDI Newsletter
As we begin to see our way out of this pandemic, we want to take a moment to recognize our virtual gifts(!) to our community, and to thank you for your involvement in our programs:
We have been holding successful monthly virtual Saturday afternoon Kids Connections since October, with an emphasis on fun and laughter!
Our first virtual Joys and Challenges of Parenting Gifted Children event, which focused on Connections, was a big success last month. We had over 35 parents and professionals involved.
Monthly virtual Parent Connections have also had good attendance, with reports of great appreciation from parents for the support they are receiving, both from attending professionals and from each other.
We look forward to holding in-person events when we feel it is safe to do so, including the Lake Elmore gathering on August 22nd.
April 10th International Parent Connections
VIRTUAL meeting
When: THIS Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 1:00-3:00 pm
Where: Virtual on Zoom; when we receive your RSVP, we will send you a confirmation email with the pertinent information to log into the password protected Zoom call.
What: Join Dr. Trevor Tebbs and Dr. Carol Story for this second opportunity to further our connections with parents of gifted children in Germany. It will be a casual (virtual) social gathering for parents of gifted children, as well as for professionals who serve gifted children, with guided discussion and sharing of information and resources. Let's build a supportive community of people invested in the well-being of gifted children! Please share this invitation with anyone you feel may benefit, as all interested adults are welcome. For event-related questions and to RSVP, please contact Sara at wilkins.sara@hotmail.com.
TDI Vermont Connections events are mainly peer-focused gatherings sponsored by the Talent Development Institute / Green Mountain Center for Gifted Education. The Institute provides technical support and professional expertise in response to local groups’ needs.
Lake Elmore In-person End-of-summer Event 2021
We have a lot of catching up to do!
Mark your calendars!
When: Sunday, August 22, 2021, 1-4 pm.
Where: Lake Elmore State Park, VT. Entrance fee to be paid by TDI. Our gathering will be centered at the outdoor pavilion this year.
What: This is your time to have an afternoon of in-person fun with old friends-- playing active and quiet games, swimming, and just chatting and laughing! It's also a time for you to introduce new friends to old TDI acquaintances. Camp alumni and staff are encouraged to come. Details to follow as we get closer.
Join us for TDI@Home 2021 for engagement, connections, learning, and fun!
When: Weekdays of June 21- 25 and June 28 - July 2, 2021
What: A virtual program that is a cross between a summer camp and an academic institute, for bright, advanced, and gifted children entering grades 4-10. We offer academic and creative classes and other activities in a relaxed summer camp program on Zoom. Our staff is committed to making the best out of virtual, and is creating a program full of engaging social connections, learning, and fun!
We are again giving you four session options from which your child may pick and choose. Each session is 3 hours and 15 minutes long, with an all-group meeting (new!), one strand period, and one exploratory period each session:
Wk 1 mornings, Wk 1 afternoons, Wk 2 mornings, Wk 2 afternoons
Tuition for each session is $230. Partial scholarships are available.
For more information about the Talent Development Institute, visit https://tdivermont.org and/or reach out to info@tdivermont.org.
For the TDI@Home 2021 Brochure, click here.
To register, go to app.campdoc.com/register/tdi.
TDI Kids Virtual Connections
When: Saturdays once a month, 2-4:30 pm. Next one is April 17, 2021.
Where: Virtual on Zoom; when we receive your RSVP, we will send you a confirmation email with the pertinent information to log into the password protected Zoom call.
What: Free Saturday afternoons of Zoom gathering and activities, for TDI-aged (grades 4-9) students during the pandemic. These activities are offered by past TDI staff members, and will be similar to our TDI Exploratories--an assortment of topics that should appeal to many.
RSVP to will@tdivermont.org if you're interested in coming. See you all soon!
