The purpose of this sequential mixed methods study was to examine the relationship among student achievement factors, gifted and talented status and post-secondary readiness. The study included a review of archived data obtained from a large district in the southeastern region of Texas consisting of a purposeful sample of AP students' who took an…

This article interprets inequality evident at the intersection of three realms: (a) mathematical talent (as a cultural phenomenon); (b) rural place and rural life; and (c) future economic, political, and ecological developments. The discussion explains this outlook on inequality, contextualizes interest in rural mathematics education, presents the…

This book by Sheryn Spencer Waterman follows the bestselling "Handbook on Differentiated Instruction for Middle and High Schools." With numerous examples and strategies, it is an all-inclusive manual on assessing student readiness, interests, learning and thinking styles. It includes examples of: (1) Pre-, Formative and Summative assessments; (2)…

The Education Program for Gifted Youth (EPGY) Online High School (OHS) is a three-year, diploma granting, online independent high school for gifted students. The mission statement reads as follows: "Through advanced technology, rigorous courses, and the resources of Stanford University, the Online High School affords gifted students everywhere an…

Following on the heels of charter schools, virtual high schools have gradually become more common. Typically, they are technology-driven magnet schools with competitive admission. Many are free and actively recruit traditionally underserved students. Parents of highly gifted children often cobble together academic solutions--a college class here,…

This article discusses one high school's program of competitive academic team sports, as well as the Indiana state system of local and regional competitions. Organization of teams, team goals, types of students involved, the role of the coach, and outside help from teachers in different fields are discussed. (PB)

The paper describes the North Providence (Rhode Island) High School Honors Curriculum, which provides academically gifted juniors and seniors with indepth training in specific academic areas. Specific selection procedures and eligibility criteria are set forth, along with appeals procedures for students. Course descriptions, specific eligibility…

Investigated difficulties experienced by gifted youth and factors they consider as they make career decisions. Conducted interviews with 30 gifted adolescents at three strategic decision-making points. Found 20 factors that subjects identified as important to their career decisions. Factors clustered into five groups: sensitivity to others'…

Notes that counselors are often too busy to meet needs of gifted students. Describes summer studies opportunities for accelerated students, detailing the advantages of optional summer study and explaining how counselors can prepare for a workshop to present these opportunities to parents and gifted high school students. (NB)

Current efforts and issues in gifted education in South Korea are summarized. Current options for gifted students include academic high schools, science high schools, high schools for the performing arts, and the support services of the Korean Association for Gifted Children. (DB)

Examined career aspirations of gifted high school juniors (n=194). Administered Occupations List to obtain information about career alternatives considered at various ages. Career alternatives considered in early life period were compared with those considered later in terms of prestige and gender traditionality. Results suggest that gifted…

This report describes a plan for maximizing the learning potential of exceptionally gifted secondary students. The targeted 52 eleventh grade students are members of a high school American Studies program located in a community 50 miles from a large Midwestern city. The issue of unfulfilled learning potential of the students was documented through…

Describes mentorship program offered to 32 eighth grade students enrolled in a gifted and talented program at a high school. Explains program's focus on careers and choice of mentors to work with students. Considers benefits of the program and possible changes in future program offerings. (NB)

This theme issue covers "High School Programming" and approaches to meeting the needs of gifted high school students in Texas. The first article is "Thematic Interdisciplinary Curricula for Secondary Gifted Students in English and Social Studies" (Joel E. McIntosh and April W. Meacham). This approach is contrasted with the…

One high school course in the novel that has proved to be very successful for gifted students requires four novels and--rather than quizzes and oral discussion--analytical papers and responsive journal writing. While the students pace their reading, the teacher can judge by the journal entries whether the students are on schedule. To enhance…