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November 12th 2007 - George Parkyn Centre becomes the Gifted Education Centre

The George Parkyn Centre is becoming The Gifted Education Centre!!! After 12 years, we will re-open in January 2008 under a new name, reflecting the growth of the Centre and clearly defining the work that we do. The name and work of George Parkyn (1910 – 1993) will remain synonymous in the minds of many with the progress of gifted education both within New Zealand and internationally. The Centre, and the thousands of children and families that the Centre’s work has touched over the last decade or more, greatly respects and recognizes the work of George Parkyn, and that of Rosemary Cathcart, the Centre’s founder. We look forward now to working to build on, and expand on that progress – by broadening the services offered (eg the introduction of services for pre-school children), and building public awareness of the needs of these children. Over the coming months, you may see subtle changes in our website and/or our printed materials as we transition towards this exciting new move. It is our aim that by 14 January 2008, the date we re-open after the end of year break, the work will be finished, and we have completed our metamorphisis! We look forward to supporting you with your gifted children, and pupils, for many years to come.

July 1st 2007 - Gifted Education Centre takes over the running of Small Poppies

As of 1 July, the Gifted Education Centre is managing and facilitating the Small Poppies programme – a programme especially developed for gifted pre-schoolers... read more

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Semester 1, 2007

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EVENTS

Palmerston North MAD May 12

Welcome back the new term with this opportunity to come along and see One Day School™ in action. Based at Terrace End School, this highly successful programme has helped hundreds of Manawatu children since its inception, and is endorsed by the Manawatu Principal’s Association. A great follow-up to the recent information sessions and PD opportunities for both parents and teachers, but bookings are essential. Please contact Lyn for further information – lyn.gregg@giftededucation.org.nz.

Owairaka MAD May 27

On Tuesday 27 May The Gifted Education Centre will be running some Mind Adventure Day (MAD) sessions at Owairaka School in Mt Albert. These half day, hands on sessions are based on the One Day School™ programme and enable parents and the children themselves to decide on future options for the more able/gifted child.

We would like to invite you to nominate/recommend/ bring along/pass this along to the parents/caregivers of a child that you feel may benefit from our programme, and they can experience a small taste of One Day School™.

There will be morning and afternoon sessions and bookings are essential as places will be limited. There will be a small fee of $20.00 per child for the session, and staff from the Centre will be on hand to answer any questions.

Spaces MUST be booked in advance, and are strictly limited. Please email us or phone on (09) 845 4176 for more details or to book a space.

Awareness Week 2008

Awareness Week is being celebrated from Monday 16th to Sunday 22nd June 2008. This week includes June 17th, the birthdate of the inspiratio behind the Gifted Education centre, professor George Parkyn. Check out the events being planned at a One Day School near you during this week - there will be fun, information and participation for all interested in Gifted Education. The Awareness Week page is here.

Tips for Growing Small Poppies

An integrated series of four parent information discussions to help with the development of skills before your "Small Poppy" (gifted pre-schooler) starts school. These evening sessions will be facilitated by Sue Breen, who has many years of successful teaching practice with gifted children to her credit.

Course outline:

Session 1 - Extending and Enriching the Whole Child - a holistic approach to developing skills for life with your gifted pre-school child. Discusses ways to assist children to predict, estimate and take risks, with references to the skills and approaches to be used over the following three sessions. Q + A time.

Session 2 - How to Foster Reading and Writing Links - proven techniques to assist you to work alongside your child, and to help develop correct techniques - before poor habits are formed.

Session 3 - How to Foster the Understanding of Maths Concepts - enrich yourself and your child with the joy in the patterns, sequences and problems this curriculum area offers.

Session 4 - How to Foster the Joy of Science - a wonderful way to end the series of 4 sessions - with learning skills that will assist you and your gifted child to explore science with success.

LIMITED PLACES**LIMITED PLACES**LIMITED PLACES**LIMITED PLACES**

Book now by phoning (09) 845 4176, or by email to head.office@giftededucation.org.nz
- with a subject line of "Parent Evening"