Gifted Students

Although many people look at "special needs" as a negative connotation, it is someties definitely a gift. The word "gifted" in education literally means what it sounds like; a gifted student is one that may have special talents are abilities that exceed then normal standard for a student of their age. Gifted students can be seen all over the world. I, in fact, was a gifted student growing up. In my small town, we had three elementary schools. On every Thursday, all of the gifted people from my grade (and from all three elementary school) would meet at one school for one whole day for the "challenge" program. This program was directly made to challenge the gifted students. I remember it was so much fun! We got to meet so many new people, and we played fun games all day long. Being a teacher, I realize now that it can be difficult when you feel as though one of your children's needs are not being met. This can be frustrating, but almost in a good way. I am so glad that so many programs are available these days to help students who do need a challenge in their education. Although I feel that it is very important for these gifted students to interact with the other children, I also feel that they need that stimulation to help further their knowledge. Hopefully, these students will never give up, and only wish to use their abilities to better their generation's future!