PROJECT2EXCEL: A Study of Twice-Exceptionality
A MESSAGE FROM DR. KAREN B. ROGERS PROJECT DIRECTOR
PROJECT2EXCEL was designed to change the way we look for, serve, and support learners who are gifted and also have various additional exceptionalities, including attention deficit disorders, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral and emotional disorders, and learning disabilities. These children are frequently overlooked for gifted services.Results of the 5-year, federally funded, Javits Grant project include:
- A comprehensive identification protocol for grades K-8
- Modified gifted curriculum for grades 3-8 in Mathematics and Language Arts
- A graduate twice-exceptional certification program for teachers
- A parent education and support model for parents of twice-exceptional children
The outcome of this project is an improved system for supporting and educating twice-exceptional kids so that their academic giftedness can be developed while their learning deficits are addressed through the use of appropriate educational interventions.
For more information about PROJECT2EXCEL, view the PowerPoint presentation entitled Understanding PROJECT2EXCEL.
What's Happening
Third Annual Administrator's Breakfast
May 19th, 2011 we hosted a breakfast for district administrators to discuss this year's progress and project developments. We showcased student and district examples demonstrating the positive impact PROJECT2EXCEL has had in the classrooms and for the families participating in the parent workshops.
Assistive Technology Teacher Topic
April 4th, 2011, we had a Teacher Topic Day on Assistive Technology for the Classroom.
Teachers Gearing Up for Practicum
The teachers participating in the online coursework will begin work on the final Twice-Exceptional course in the certification series developed by Professor Rogers as part of the collaboration between PROJECT2EXCEL and the University of St. Thomas. Completion of this sixth course, the practicum, will result in Twice-Exceptional Certification. We applaud these wonderful teachers for their hard work and dedication!
These cutting-edge on-line Twice-Exceptional Certification courses have been officially adopted by the Higher Learning Commission. A new cohort will start in January 2012. Additional information will follow as it becomes available.
