Saturday November 12, 2016
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
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Jemtegaard Middle School
35300 SE Evergreen Hwy
Washougal, WA 98671
35 minutes from Portland, OR
2 hours south of Olympia, WA
Past attendees say…
"This presentation was a true eye opener"
"greatly changed my perspective"
"amazed at how many things applied to my daughter"
"I learned so much - despite the reading I'd already done”
"life-changing"
Austina De Bonte, President
president@nwgca.org
425-503-4990
Many people are surprised to learn that their bright children’s unique “quirks” are actually well-studied social & emotional behavior patterns that appear across large populations of highly intelligent children. Whether it’s refusing to wear shirts with buttons or tags, overreacting to the slightest criticism, gravitating to play with older children, anxiety about trying something new, or preferring a book to a playdate, these and many other perplexing behaviors are common in this population. Learn the latest neuroscience and research about what’s normal, what to expect as they grow, and why genuine challenge is vitally important for kids’ social and emotional development, as well as developing their academic talents, from the preschool and elementary years through high school and beyond.
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The workshop format provides time to dig into deeper content and engage in guided discussion with other parents and educators. The goal of this workshop is to give you research-based perspectives and new tools for your toolbox, whether you are a parent or an educator.
$40 adult registration ($10 for a second family member).
Advance registration is strongly recommended. Space is limited.