Category Archives: General Info

February 2013 Meeting – Conversation with Superintendent Dr. Gene Harris – Monday February 11, 2013 – 6:30-8:00 p.m.

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February 2013 Meeting – Conversation with Superintendent Dr. Gene Harris – Monday February 11, 2013 – 6:30-8:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE THE SPECIAL LOCATION:
Downtown High School
364 South 4th Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
(location at bottom on directions and maps)

Each year PACE hosts a forum for parents with Columbus City Schools’ Superintendent, Dr. Gene Harris (BIO). In addition to her prepared remarks, Dr. Harris will also answer parent questions.

Please bring your thoughtful questions to make the most of this time with her. To better ensure that all parent interests are addressed, you are encouraged to send questions or topics you would like to have covered in advance. Please send them to P.A.C.E. president Scott Prigan, .)

We will have child care at this meeting. Your child is welcome to bring a favorite book or game – or homework!

We are a community of parents, grandparents, guardians and families working to help gifted children shine. We know the frustrations, the joys and the intensity of raising a gifted child and we support all those who are on this difficult and wonderful journey.

Latest Flyer is available on the Resources page, in case you want to share with a friend!

Columbus Education Commission seeks comments!

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The Mayor’s Columbus Education Commission is seeking comments and suggestions. Please give them reminders of importance of Gifted and Talented programs!

You can comment by use of the postcards, … or perhaps more conveniently, at the bottom of the “Tell us your good idea!” page on the Columbus Education Commission pages.

There are also public forums, as well as the meetings being open.

January 2013 Meeting – Summer Opportunities for Gifted Kids – Monday January 14, 2013 – 6:30-8:00 p.m.

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Please join us for our January meeting:
Monday January 14, 2013 – 6:30-8:00 p.m.
at the Shepard Center, 873 Walcutt Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43219 (MAPS)

Join fellow parents of gifted students, and guests, as we discuss Summer Opportunities for Gifted Kids!

It may be cold outside now, but the time to plan for summer break is upon us!

This popular P.A.C.E. roundtable discussion is a perennial favorite to help begin the planning process for summer camp season! Bring your best ideas to share and hear from seasoned veteran parents and C.C.S. representatives about tried and true summer enrichment opportunities!

As always, there will be time for sharing other triumphs and concerns, as we follow our mission. We will have a report on the status of the Gifted Education Task Force as well.

We will have child care at this meeting. Your child is welcome to bring a favorite book or game – or homework!

We are a community of parents, grandparents, guardians and families working to help gifted children shine. We know the frustrations, the joys and the intensity of raising a gifted child and we support all those who are on this difficult and wonderful journey.

The latest Flyer is available on the Resources page, in case you want to share with a friend — or make a new friend!

C.C.S. Selective College Admissions Info Night

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A few years ago, P.A.C.E. had Dave Dobos, who was once a member of the Columbus City Schools board, gave an excellent presentation on the ins and outs of admission to highly selective colleges. This month he is again addressing this topic, by moderating a panel of experts consisting of C.C.S. graduates willing to share their experiences in the college admissions quest. While the main focus is on the most selective colleges, the principles apply throughout the college admissions “game.”

Come and learn more about college admissions, with a panel of students moderated by Mr. Dobos.
This is recommended for families with students in grades 8 through 11.

December 20, 2012 – 6:30-8:30 p.m., at
Columbus Alternative High School
2632 McGuffey Road
Columbus, OH 43211
MAP

Selective College Night – Dec 20 2012 Flyer
For more information contact:
Joan Baker, High School Gifted Program Coordinator
Gifted and Talented Department, Shepard Center
614-365-6626 or jbaker6935@columbus.k12.oh.us

OAGC Parent Day Social Media Discussion and Survey

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Received from Ann Sheldon at O.A.G.C.

For parents unable to come to the OAGC Parent Day, please go to http://www.oagc.com/?q=parent to access handouts and to participate in a parent survey on social media.

The presentation viewer for OAGC 2012 Parent Day Presentation on Social Media is a bit tricky, so alternatively here is a PDF of the presentation.

After you view the presentation, here is the survey: 2012 Parent Interest Survey.

November 2012 Meeting – School Choice and the C.C.S. Lottery System

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Please join us for our November meeting:
Monday November 12, 2012 – 6:30-8:00 p.m.
at the Shepard Center, 873 Walcutt Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43219 (MAPS)

Join fellow parents of gifted students, and guests, as we discuss School Choice and the C.C.S. Lottery System.

Tonya Freeman of Columbus City Schools will join us to discuss school choice and the C.C.S. Lottery System. There are always a lot of questions surrounding the various program options in the district and there are many decisions to be made regarding the education of your identified student.

Arm yourself with the facts and get practical tips from district staff and other experienced parents to help you decide what pathway or program is right for your child. Even if this is not the year you face these decisions, it is good to be informed for advanced planning.

As always, there will be time for sharing other triumphs and concerns, as we follow our mission.

We will have child care at this meeting. Your child is welcome to bring a favorite book or game – or homework!

We are a community of parents, grandparents, guardians and families working to help gifted children shine. We know the frustrations, the joys and the intensity of raising a gifted child and we support all those who are on this difficult and wonderful journey.

The latest Flyer is available on the Resources page, in case you want to share with a friend — or make a new friend!

October 2012 Meeting – Academic Options & “Extras” for All Levels!

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Please join us for our October meeting:
Monday October 8, 2012 – 6:30-8:00 p.m.
at the Shepard Center, 873 Walcutt Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43219 (MAPS)

Join fellow parents of gifted students, and guests, as we discuss Academic Options & “Extras” for All Levels!

Did you know that there are numerous Academic Options at all levels? Learn about what is available at your child’s current level, as well as “Coming Attractions” in coming years. Share your family’s experience, in order to benefit those who have younger children. Learn about the diversity of options across the district.

We will have as guests several Gifted and Talented Coordinators from C.C.S., who are familiar with the diverse Academic Options and “Extras.”

We will have child care at this meeting. Your child is welcome to bring a favorite book or game – or homework.

As always, there will be time for sharing other triumphs and concerns, as we follow our mission: We are a community of parents, grandparents, guardians and families working to help gifted children shine. We know the frustrations, the joys and the intensity of raising a gifted child and we support all those who are on this difficult and wonderful journey.

Latest Flyer is available on the Resources page, in case you want to share with a friend — or make a new friend!

C.C.S. Gifted Brochures and Handouts – shared at September 2012 meeting

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The Columbus City Schools resources that were shared at September meeting are available on the C.C.S. web site. (I know that with the excellent turnout we had Monday, several of you may not have been able to obtain all in which you had an interest.)

Brochures and Handouts may be found at the Gifted and Talented Department area of the Columbus City Schools web site. (Links also under “Organizations,” in right sidebar.)

Many of the brochures are on the “Parents” tab/page under “Parent Publications.” Other items of interest are elsewhere in the Gifted site.

First Meeting of 2012-2013 School Year – Monday September 10, 2012 – 6:30-8:00 p.m.

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The first P.A.C.E. Meeting of School Year 2012-2013 is coming up soon!

Please join us for our September meeting:
Monday September 10, 2012 – 6:30-8:00 p.m.
at the Shepard Center, 873 Walcutt Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43219 (MAPS)

We will first get an update from key members of the Columbus City Schools Gifted and Talented staff on the implementation of the new Cluster-focused Gifted Services. This should be very helpful to parents both new and experienced in the adventure of raising a gifted child!

Then we will break into grade-level “Roundtables,” where we will have opportunity to learn more about the specifics of programs in grade levels appropriate to your children(s). Our C.C.S. Gifted and Talented educators will join with us in the discussion groups, to help answer questions and provide additional information.

We will also have information about the many programs for Gifted and Talented within the Columbus City Schools, that all can use in the Roundtable, as well as have for leisurely perusal afterward.

Come and build relationships with other parents and staff, as we strive to work together in bringing the best possible opportunities to all of our “kids>” Share your experience and hope, as well as receiving that gift from others.

We are a community of parents, grandparents, guardians and families working to help gifted children shine. We know the frustrations, the joys and the intensity of raising a gifted child and we support all those who are on this difficult and wonderful journey.

Latest Flyer is available on the Resources page, in case you want to share with a friend!

Ann Sheldon of O.A.G.C. gave insightful testimony to legislators Aug 22

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Ann Sheldon’s testimony (10 pages) includes information about the history of funding and regulations regarding gifted education in Ohio. There are some shocking numbers about the decline of funding and services. There are also a number of illustrative links.

It may be found at: http://oagc.com/files/TestimonytoSpecialSchoolFinanceCommitteee.8.22.12.final_.pdf

see also:

OAGC Advocacy

Here you will find links to advocacy issues concerning gifted children and education as well as links to the OhioGift listserv, OAGC’s GTAdvocate email service and various other mailing lists.

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