On September 17, 2020, GCSAGE will be listed in the North Texas Giving Day charities. We invite you help us continue to provide grants to gifted students and their educators, and fund programs that give emotional and mental support during virtual learning. Save the date — and thank you! Facebook Event https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/gcsage
Sept. 15, 2020: Free TAGT Webinar ~ Helping Kids Thrive in Today’s World
Helping Kids Thrive in Today’s WorldPresented by Christine FonsecaTuesday, September 15, 2020, 6:30 p.m. Life can feel overwhelming, especially in today’s world of pandemic illness, school disruptions, and other anxieties our children are facing. This workshop provides parents with real-world tools and strategies to help children thrive in spite of the overwhelming current events. Registration … Continue reading Sept. 15, 2020: Free TAGT Webinar ~ Helping Kids Thrive in Today’s World
Featured in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram: “How has the pandemic affected you? Grapevine Middle School student, 11, wants to know.”
Grapevine-Colleyville Supporting & Advocating for Gifted Education (GC-SAGE) is a Grapevine/Colleyville Gifted & Talented (G/T) support group that collaborates with parents and educators to ensure that gifted children in our community reach their fullest potential. In Spring 2020, we wanted to support our gifted students who are using their smarts and their hearts to serve … Continue reading Featured in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram: “How has the pandemic affected you? Grapevine Middle School student, 11, wants to know.”
July 29, 2020 – SAGE Back to School Chat with GCISD
Virtual Q&A Session Discussing GT/ASPIRE for 2020-21 School Year featuring Dr Schnautz and Mrs Leslie from GCISD. We will begin by covering some of the questions many of you have already submitted. The remaining time will be spent taking questions via the Chat feature. Please keep your questions focused on GT, Advanced Academics and ASPIRE … Continue reading July 29, 2020 – SAGE Back to School Chat with GCISD
2020-21 Executive Board elections
The Nomination Committee presents the following slate for the officers of the 2020-21 SAGE Executive Board. Nominees: President - Kimberly PhoenixVP Membership - Jamie Weatherall VP Programs - Julie BouwensSecretary - Emily AlexanderTreasurer - Doug Noell Elections will be conducted during a SAGE General Meeting via WebEx on Monday, May 18, 2020 at 6:30 pm. … Continue reading 2020-21 Executive Board elections
Spring 2020 – Free SAGE membership for new GT Families!
It's the time of year when students are receiving their GT and ASPIRE qualification letters. We are so excited for the journey you are beginning. SAGE is offering a FREE 60 day membership during May & June to families of newly identified gifted students. Contact SAGE VP Membership Jamie Weatherall (membership@gc-sage.org) to claim your free "newbie" membership.
Educator of the Month: GCISD Nutrition Services
Today is School Lunch Hero Day, and SAGE is thrilled to name the entire Nutrition Services team as our Educator of the Month! Thank you for keeping our community well-fed during our closure (and always). Special thanks to Julie Telesca, Director of Nutrition Services, and your staff. #SAGElovesGCISD
Great Resource: Davidson Gifted’s school closure resources
Davidson Gifted has compiled this wonderful list of resources for families: "charts comparing different online academic courses, book lists for our avid readers, magazines that can be sent straight to your home, podcasts and educational video channels that are available instantly, inspiration for projects at home, subscription boxes that can send supplies to you, and … Continue reading Great Resource: Davidson Gifted’s school closure resources
SAGE’s 2020 Senior Scholarship awarded to Colin Means
PC @friendlylittlereminders, @robindemarrais Grapevine-Colleyville Supporting and Advocating for Gifted Education (SAGE) is pleased to announce the 2020 recipient of the SAGE Senior Scholarship for $1,000. Colin Means, Class of 2020 of Grapevine High School, will receive $1,000 from SAGE when he enrolls at Yale University to study Biomedical Engineering. His parents are Becky and Brad … Continue reading SAGE’s 2020 Senior Scholarship awarded to Colin Means
SAGE Virtual Meeting: Minecraft Chat for Kids, by Kids
Three students will demo their best Minecraft tips — then lead a Q&A session to share ideas! Use an adult's email address to sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050a4da9ab2ca4f58-sageWe will email the WebEx link to participants the day before the meeting.