Parenting GT Children
Social-Emotional Learning: What It Means and Why Gifted Children Need It
If you have been immersed in the world of gifted children, odds are you’ve come across the term SEL or Social-Emotional Learning. In this post, we’ll explain SEL, what this means for a gifted child, bring to light some common misconceptions, and share how to support them in and out of the classroom. What is…
Read MoreCreativity & Passion-Driven Learning: Why Creativity Is Essential for Gifted Learners (And How Schools Can Nurture It)
When people think about gifted students, they often picture high test scores, accelerated math, or early reading skills. But one of the most powerful — and often overlooked — traits of advanced learners is creativity. In fact, creativity in gifted education is a core cognitive strength of gifted students that should be featured and nurtured…
Read MoreGoal Setting for Gifted Learners: Meaningful New Year Goals—Without the Pressure
Suddenly it’s January 2026, and with the New Year comes a familiar question—one gifted students hear more often as they grow older: What’s your New Year’s resolution? For some, it’s a lighthearted conversation starter. For gifted learners, however, New Year goal-setting can unintentionally reinforce an unhelpful message: set bigger goals, aim higher, do more. Because…
Read MoreCuriosity in Season | How Changing Seasons Can Inspire Gifted Children
As autumn settles in, the world outside our windows becomes a living lesson in curiosity. For gifted children—whose minds are always reaching, questioning, stretching—the fall season offers endless opportunities for growth, change and wide-eyed wonder. Change as a Catalyst Fall is a season of transformation. Trees release what they no longer need, revealing structure and…
Read MoreReal-Life Inspiration: The Importance of Connecting Field Trips to Project-Based Learning in Gifted Education
The weather is getting nicer—or for Texans, more bearable—and students are settling into the rhythm of the school year. As GT students find their stride, we at Rainard want to highlight the importance of getting out of the classroom. A couple of years ago, we shared five benefits of field trips, such as providing real-world…
Read MoreRecognizing Giftedness in Girls
You’ve heard it before: boys will be boys. The playful platitude is a wink and nod to a social norm where behaviors are viewed and treated differently depending on the gender of the person exhibiting them. Unfortunately, education—specifically identifying gifted children— is not immune to this bias. Today, we’ll be discussing how GT girls may…
Read MoreRolling Admissions at Rainard School for Gifted Students
In last month’s post, we shared signs it might be time to change schools to ensure a gifted student’s needs are properly supported. This month, we want to talk about what to do when those signs show up midyear instead of at the end of the school year. Like many other Houston private schools, we…
Read MoreWhen Giftedness Goes Unsupported: 3 Signs to Watch For (And What To Do About It)
Gifted children are often seen as having “high potential,” but what happens when that potential isn’t nurtured? Giftedness goes beyond academic ability—it’s often accompanied by deep curiosity, emotional intensity, and asynchronous development. When a gifted child’s needs aren’t met at school or home, it can show in both subtle and obvious ways. Here are three…
Read MoreStaving Off Summer Learning Loss: How to Keep Gifted Kids Engaged During Summer Break
Summer is a time to rest and recharge—but for gifted students, a complete break from academics can come at a cost. Research shows that students can lose two to four months of academic progress over the summer (referred to as summer learning loss), and gifted students are not immune. In fact, because of their advanced…
Read MoreApril Adventures for Gifted Students: Spring Into Learning
April is the perfect time to spark creativity and curiosity in gifted students. With National Poetry Month, Earth Day, and all the spring activities, there’s no shortage of inspiration for engaging projects. Here are some fun ways to help students dive into the new season. Seasonal Fun for Earth Day and Beyond Spring is the…
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