Cultivating Excellence Podcast

Here's the website for Educational Connections, Ann's tutoring company https://ectutoring.com/Ann Dolin's webpage where you can book her to speak https://anndolin.ectutoring.com/Her book, Getting Past Procrastination is great and available on Amazon.com https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Past-Procrastination-Organized-Motivated/dp/1721938478/ref=sr_1_1?crid=386TRTUHBPTNU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.q3bjNBZmK5S71pzz2uNkWRTCvB6PAGRtSPMZG96N84f_5L2uVTxMKriH4rP3WeC-gXAir3lP3bwrryDNcuDuGFVJ-sUp9V0-92o9cNSmksmh4F0Q1pYV9TqBLLp4vS_L.Du67RLTAv-sADzzGq5auoJ7r4sjFnAHWoYBAQkMFM2c&dib_tag=se&keywords=ann+dolin&qid=1752522055&sprefix=ann+dolin%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-1

Learn more: www.WithUnderstandingComesCalm.com where you can find a bunch of videos, blog posts, resources and a link to Julie's newsletter. She also has information about her services for gifted and 2E adults.Julie's Book, Gifted and Distractible https://www.withunderstandingcomescalm.com/gifted-and-distractible/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/withunderstandingcomescalmInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/julieskolnick/Twitter: @JulieSkolnickLinkedIn: Julie Rosenbaum SkolnickYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieSkolnick

In this engaging conversation, Jonathan Plucker, a Professor at Johns Hopkins and expert in gifted education, dives into the complexities of supporting accelerated learners. He discusses the importance of redefining 'gifted' to promote inclusivity and equity in education. Plucker challenges common stereotypes about student potential, emphasizes the need for effective advocacy, and explores specialized programs that enrich learning. He also highlights the vital roles of curiosity and creativity, urging parents and educators to foster these traits in children.

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Russell T. Warne, a leading expert on intelligence and giftedness, debunks common myths while exploring the complexities of intelligence beyond just IQ. He highlights the importance of personality and ethics in assessing success and critiques Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences theory. Dr. Warne advocates for tailored educational strategies for gifted students and urges a more objective approach in hiring practices, pushing for scientifically validated assessments to enhance decision-making.

Dr. Jeremy Sharp, a licensed psychologist and founder of the Colorado Center for Assessment, dives into the world of psychological evaluations for children. He discusses the importance of understanding assessments as tools for growth, not just labels. Topics include early identification of reading challenges, the differences between hospital and private practice care, and the necessity of tailored evaluations. Dr. Sharp also shares insights on navigating insurance hurdles and creating supportive testing environments to ensure children thrive during assessments.

Did you know that there are now post secondary college options neurodiverse students cropping up all over the country? College is now a dream that can come true for students with Autism, LD, Executive Functioning challenges and Intellectual Disability, but planning can get overwhelming! Our guest, Dr. Laura McKenna, Transition Specialist, Consultant, and parent, and I discuss different programs, how to plan for transition, and what Laura wishes she could go back in time to tell herself as she embarked on her journey. Learn more about Laura and her upcoming book, The Autism College Connection at https://lauramckenna.com/ If you're in the DC Metro area and are seeking a transition focused psychological evaluation for your high school student, connect with Dr. Resnik and Associates at www.resnikpsychology.com or listen to my interview about Transition on The Testing Psychologist Podcast https://www.thetestingpsychologist.com/456-transition-related-resources-w-dr-rebecca-resnik/

Dr. Jonathan Singer's Loyola University of Chicago Website https://news.luc.edu/stories/faculty-experts/jonathan-singer/ Here's the link to his wonderful podcast, The Social Work Podcast https://socialworkpodcast.blogspot.com/ Dr. Singer's book, Suicide in the Schools is a MUST READ for everyone who works with kids or works in a school https://www.amazon.com/Suicide-Schools-Practitioners-Intervention-School-Based/dp/0415857031 If you're looking to start an evidence based suicide risk reduction program in your school, here's a link to information about the Signs of Suicide (SOS) program https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/about-us/collaboratory/mental-and-behavioral-health/sos

Dr. Shreya Hessler, Licensed Psychologist, is owner of the Mindset Center in Bel Air, MD (just north of Baltimore) https://mindsetcenter.com/shreya-hessler-psy-d/ Dr. Hessler is a nationally recognized specialist in anxiety disorders, evidence based treatment, and wellness. She and her colleague, Casey Giovanazzi Kutner, founded Person Before Player, a nationwide consulting practice promoting the mental health and resilience of student athletes. Through PBP, she and Casey support schools, athletes, coaches, and parents in their shared goal of helping athletes thrive. Her book, Bianca Finds Her Bounce, is a beautiful, optomistic children's book about coping with anxiety https://www.amazon.com/Bianca-Bounce-Psy-D-Shreya-Hessler/dp/0998681148 Dr. Hessler is also a widely sought after speaker and provider of continuing education to psychologists and other healthcare providers.

Ever wondered what elite college admissions coaches teach their student clients? Join expert Katherine Howitt as she gives you the inside scoop on how she helps her clients become more independent, select extracurriculars, and prep for standardized tests on their journey towards selective college admissions.Katherine Howitt, Academic Coach Website: https://www.katherinehowitt.com/academic-consulting

Join me for a deep dive into how gifted and high achieving kids learn, early signs of giftedness, characteristics of gifted learners, and specifics about what these kids need to thrive at school. I also get you up to speed on key vocabulary you'll need to know for successful advocacy. Plus, I alert you to common obstacles you're likely to encounter from people who don't grok giftedness!