Parent Advocacy & Consultation Services
At HAGT Collaborative, we are dedicated to empowering parents of gifted and twice-exceptional students by offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of your exceptional child. We specialize not only in guiding schools but also in guiding parents through the challenges and opportunities that come with nurturing gifted young minds.
Advocacy, Planning, & Support Services
HAGT Collaborative offers a number of services to parents of highly able, gifted, & twice-exceptional students. Our work is coordinated at the school level. To avoid potential conflicts of interest, we do not offer services directly to parents when your school already partners with an HAGT consultant.
Not sure if your school is already partnering with an HAGT consultant? Reach out to us here and we’ll let you know.
NOTE: U.S. Embassy families with Gifted & Talented designations may be able to use funds from the Department of Overseas Education to supplement service fees.
Gifted/Twice-Exceptional Education Consultation
Personalized assessment of your child's giftedness and/or twice-exceptionality (Includes review of psycho-educational reports, IEP/ILP, school plans and records; virtual student interview, parent surveys, academic planning, and program recommendations).
Customized academic planning to ensure your child is challenged and engaged in their education.
Recommendations for suitable educational programs, including accelerated classes and enrichment opportunities.
Parent Workshops and Resources
Workshops and seminars on topics related to gifted education and parenting.
Access to a wealth of resources, articles, and books to enhance your understanding of giftedness.
School Advocacy & IEP/ILP/
Personalized Plan Support
Assistance in navigating the educational system, including personalized and support plans provided at international schools.
Advocacy for your child's unique educational needs within the school.
Attendance at school and family meetings when appropriate.
Review of supportive materials, evidence, test scores, and grades to propose goals and appropriate placements.
Collaboration with educators to ensure your child receives appropriate accommodations and enrichment.
Ongoing Consultation and Support
Continuous support and consultation to address evolving needs and challenges along with a dedicated team of experts to provide guidance as your child progresses through their educational journey.
Emotional and Social Support
Guidance on addressing the emotional and social needs of gifted children.
Strategies to help gifted students develop healthy self-esteem and resilience.
Tools for fostering positive peer relationships and finding like-minded peers.
Talent Development and Extracurricular Activities
Identification and nurturing of your child's talents and passions.
Guidance on finding and participating in extracurricular activities that align with your child's interests.
Recommendations for summer programs, camps, and competitions to further develop their abilities.
Psychological & Program Consultation
Student Assessment
We provide a range of academic, achievement and psychological testing for families. Most testing is conducted online by a licensed psychologist and/or a licensed educational diagnostician. Some testing can be conducted in-person if the child is based in India or Abu Dhabi.
Program Consultation
We review existing diagnostic reports from licensed professionals and provide interpretive summaries and recommendations for additional testing, program additions, or changes for your child. We advocate on behalf of families and act as a confidential liaison between institutions, schools, therapists, and the family.
Meet Our Team
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Dr. Priscilla Bade-White is a licensed educational psychologist. She has worked in education for over 20 years in the US and internationally. Dr. Bade-White earned a Master’s degree in inclusive special education and a PhD in school psychology from the USA. Her professional interest areas assessment, SEL, service delivery, consultation, and giftedness. Priscilla has published articles, college textbook chapters, and presented at conferences on a variety of topics related to youth, psychology, and education. She has taught undergraduate and graduate level courses and provided supervision for special educator trainees, counselors, and school psychologists.
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Rodnella Turner is the Talent and Enrichment Coordinator at The KAUST School in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia. She has worked in schools in North Carolina, Mumbai, and Dubai as a learning support teacher, co-teacher and high ability teacher. She has received her Masters degree in special education and has a graduate certification in gifted education. She has presented to faculty and parents in various settings about the nature and needs of gifted learners, as well as identification practices and differentiation methods.
Help your highly able child thrive by getting them the support they need.
We understand that parenting gifted children comes with its unique set of joys and challenges. Our services are designed to empower you as parents, equipping you with the knowledge and resources needed to nurture your child's potential and help them thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Together, we can unlock the full potential of your gifted or twice-exceptional child.
Reach out to us at info@hagtcollaborative.org or fill out the inquiry form. We’ll typically get back to you within 24 hours.
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