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The No Child Left Behind act sets goals for improved test scores leaving no time for teachers to keep gifted children challenged. NCLB leaves gifted children behind.

Seniors need not limit themselves to applying to one or two colleges. Finding the perfect five is ideal.

Parent attitudes toward underperforming gifted children impact motivation. Restricting interesting activities to punish lack of effort or poor study skills backfires.

Public school, in many parts of the country, does a respectable job of educating normal kids. This often does not apply to kids with special needs or gifts.

Perfectionism is not a problem exclusive to gifted and talented students, but plays a critical role in anxiety, depression, and underachievement among gifted kids.

The book title is simple, "Terrorist". Understanding the main character, Ahmad, is a bit more complicated.

Volunteering can actually boost an applicant's chances for admission to a college. Knowing what colleges expect from volunteering experiences can be advantageous.