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www.kpgt.org. Working side by side. Longest standing Parent Advocacy group in KISD. The short version… A “Booster Club” for Advanced Academics. The long version…

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  1. www.kpgt.org

  2. Working side by side Longest standing Parent Advocacy group in KISD

  3. The short version…A “Booster Club” for Advanced Academics The long version… "The mission of Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented is to promote the welfare of gifted and talented students by empowering KISD Families and educators with information, resources, tools, and voice to ensure opportunities that encourage gifted students' passion for learning.

  4. We make the best…. …Even better!

  5. Facebook: THS Taylor Made Tutoring Or go to Taylorhs.org and click on the Taylor Made Tutoring button for full information From Academic to AP we are working to make the best better – to support our students, our teachers, and our future.

  6. Acclaimed Speaker Series - Semester One Focusing on Parent Education October Lisa Van Gemert The Gift of Self: developing strong self-esteem in gifted learners December Dr. James Webb Parenting Successful Children September Dr. Debra Troxclair Perfectionism Revisited: encouraging gifted learners to overcome the fear of failure

  7. GT Family Bowling GT Family Kite Picnic Friday October 4th! Focusing on Connections

  8. GT Family Game Nights

  9. Focusing on student enrichment Photos by Bram Weisman

  10. Photos by Bram Weisman Rocket Launch

  11. KPGT Member-only Stargazing Nights We don’t believe in limitations!

  12. Focusing on Academic support 360 copies of Chasing Vermeer for Challenge Classrooms

  13. Meteorology Enrichment Event Save the date Saturday, October 26

  14. Interactive Physics software for all high schools Study skills seminars It’s not just about elementary

  15. Thinking outside the box… The Mind of a Champion Robert Andrews Focusing on supporting the emotional needs of our students

  16. New this year Scholarships!

  17. Focusing on the Community Annual School Board Candidate Forum SHOW YOUR COMMITMENT!!

  18. Focusing on our teachers

  19. Focusing on Gifted issues in our state DISCOUNT TAGT MEMBERSHIP

  20. So…who does all this great stuff? • KPGT Board is always looking for committed volunteers (Programs person wanted!) • Liaisons provide a communication link • Liaisons look for opportunities to support advanced academics on your campus • Liaisons often support social activities for Gifted students and their families • Liaisons are your resident GT resource • Often serve on Parent Advisory Councils

  21. “I can’t stand it… …I want IN!!!!”

  22. Please Join/Renew, Donate or Volunteer • Made possible by you • Donors • Members • Volunteers

  23. Like most everyone…we are on facebook… • Your source for… • Articles of interest • Community Events of Interest to GT families (museums, arts, television, web sites and resources • KISD Events & News • KPGT Events, News and Issues • Volunteer opportunities • Updates Nickname – Katy Gifted

  24. www.KPGT.org Web Site • Access Resources • Sign-up for emails • Join!

  25. Membership is only $15 per family, Per school year. As a 501(c)(3) we are eligible for employer matching gifts. All membership dollars go to work right here in Katy! WON’T YOU SIGN UP TONIGHT????

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