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Where lived experience meets professional expertise.

Explore our collection of articles, case studies, and practical guides designed to shift mental models.

Whether you are an educator looking for a "lifejacket" or a leader seeking systemic change,

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Embracing My Authentic Self

This is what AI came up when I asked it to define autism. I asked politely, using please and thank you. ...more

Gifted ,Strength

February 14, 2024•6 min read

Supporting Gifted Learners in Aotearoa New Zealand - Stories Worth Sharing

The notion of giftedness sparks heated debates among educators, often immersing them in a realm of misconceptions, inadvertent biases, disputes over equity and equality, and discomfort with regard to ... ...more

Gifted ,School

October 15, 2023•7 min read

No, I do not support 'streaming'

Streaming of classes is one of the most popular topics that I get asked about. In response to “Do you support streaming?”. My response is “no, but I do support flexible grouping which includes abilit... ...more

Gifted ,School

October 15, 2022•7 min read

Getting the paperwork right: A Gifted Policy

Like most aspects of education, there are different ways of completing the paperwork. This blog is written to be a guide to help inform your own school’s gifted policy and/or procedures. ...more

Gifted ,Policy &School

August 14, 2022•6 min read

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