Parent Seminars at Super Saturdays
Read more about the 2026 Fall Super Saturdays Parent Seminars below.
Wonder is Everywhere with Madison Staton
Kelly Thompson Auditorium | Oct. 17, 2026 | 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. CT
Curiosity does not require expensive supplies or elaborate experiments. It begins with slowing down, looking closely, and asking questions about the world around us. In this interactive session, parents and caregivers will explore simple ways to help children notice more, follow their questions, and turn everyday places into opportunities for discovery. Participants will create a family wonder notebook, try activities that encourage observation and exploration, and gather ideas for wonder walks, car rides, outdoor adventures, and ordinary moments at home. Come ready to look at familiar surroundings in a new way and leave with practical tools for nurturing curiosity in children in grades 2–6.
The Basics for Parents of Bright Children with Dr. Julia Link Roberts
Gary Ransdell Hall Auditorium | Oct. 24, 2026 | 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. CT
On the third Saturday, teachers invite parents and families to step into the classroom and experience what their students have been learning. Please ask your teacher for more details!
During our Super Saturdays program, The Center offers special discussion sessions for parents during their child’s classes. These Parent Seminars are led by staff members of The Center as well as other experts in the field of gifted education. Topics vary from session to session, but all focus on meeting the needs of children who are gifted and talented. Recent topics have included “Myths about Giftedness,” “Understanding and Navigating Dual Exceptionalities,” and "The Social-Emotional Needs of Gifted Learners."
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