AIG Services @BCS

[Buncombe Schools @BuncombeSchools]

“We’re working to ensure that our program’s population reflects the population of learners we have in #BuncombeCounty, because giftedness crosses all genders, races, languages, and social or economic statuses.” -Christine Cutshall, #BCS Lead Facilitator

https://t.co/NbI9BwXxKd

[WIRED @WIRED]

If you had been in Pompeii in 79 AD, you might have tried to hunker down or escape by sea. This would be a mistake. But there is a way to safety.

Here's how to actually escape from a volcano:
https://t.co/ekJYZjHGzH

[Brian Housand @brianhousand]

This week's theme on Curious Quotes, Points to Ponder, and Inspiring Insights is honoring Black History Month.
First up, this one from @maejemison
Check out the whole collection at https://t.co/22AdGhV81m

#quotes
#space
#BlackHistoryMonth
#NASASocial
#imagination #nolimits

[Neil deGrasse Tyson @neiltyson]

MESMERIZING

The Sun's roiling surface in higher resolution than ever before. "Cells" are roughly the size of Texas.

Just-released video from the @NSF's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, Maui.

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Any BCS students interested in the Geek Partnership Society Writing Contest 2020? Check out this link!🤓

[AISD Gifted @AISDGifted]

Advanced Academics Update: Geek Partnership Society Writing Contest 2020 https://t.co/vrTp0G13mB

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Bringing science to life with a fun electromagnetism experiment... Happy Friday!

[Summer Institute for the Gifted @SIGifted]

Discover the power of electromagnetism through this fun experiment! 🚂🔋🧲

Kids and teens interested in #STEAM will love creating their own electromagnetic train while learning about the relationship between electricity and magnetism.

#gtchat #gifteded #video #diy

[BirdBrain Technologies @birdbraintech]

“I wanted my students to be able to engage in meaningful work that strengthens their independence, their critical thinking, and their creative thinking."

See how students at Buncombe County Schools in NC use the #hummingbirdkit to bring #poetry to life: https://t.co/gI4XKttS64

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Yes, yes, yes!

[jklings @jklings]

Stop thinking that acceleration is just grade skipping! Lots of options—-many of them free—-to support the most important, research based intervention for #gifted kids! @NAGCGIFTED and Laurie Croft, please keep rocking! #giftedmatters

[SENG @SENG_Gifted]

Gifted teens often have intense battles with depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses. It’s important to let gifted teens know that it’s okay to seek therapy. Getting help can save lives.

[Karnes Center for Gifted Studies @usm_gs]

Just Released: Public Attitudes Towards Gifted Education Poll Summary - Institute for Educational Advancement https://t.co/Se70OYg9I0

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Great job, Enka Middle School! https://t.co/ekDMRyAMbN

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Slicing and Dicing some AIG subgroup data for North Carolina schools... Growth is possible and happening in NC. Let's make sure Buncombe County is making it happen!!! @ncagt @BuncombeSchools

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Fairview Elementary brains are working hard this morning on some Breakout EDU challenges! #WeAreBCS #BCSadvantage #PublicSchools @FairviewElem

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Congrats to the 25 4th and 5th graders from Oakley, Bell, and Estes Elementary who took part in today's Geography Bee hosted by Chris Schmidt and Donalyn Small.  Great work! #BCSadvantage #WeAreBCS #BCSweekinreview

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Learning via tweets will have to do this time... Missing the UNCW AIG conference 😢

[Chip Pollock @cppiii]

The Five-Headed Dragon: Threats to Giftedness—Stereotype Threat, Imposter Syndrome, Bullying, Underachievement, Perfectionism. Outstanding Keynote speech by Lisa Van Gemert. #UNCWAIG #GiftedMatters

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Enjoyed learning about high school transitions with this amazing group of Erwin High School student leaders and AIG Specialist Nicole Osborne! @BuncombeSchools #WeAreBCS #BCS #BCSadvantage #PublicSchools

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Advanced learners in Buncombe County are mixing poetry and technology with creative results! https://t.co/JNr7Vcvnvr

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Excited to support Erwin students as they transition to high school services! Parents and students learned about great options available in BCS thanks to Mrs. Osborne...

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Thrilled to represent BCS' Gifted Services Department this morning during the NC Public School Board Meeting... Our work toward equity and programming for special populations is being recognized as a pocket of excellence within the state. #BCS #gifted #AIGAllDayEveryDay

[AIG Services @BCS @BCS_AIG]

Today's tech task cards allow students to accept the levels of challenge they desire. We're using Makey Makeys to prepare for Maker Madness coming in May!!! #WeAreBCS @BuncombeSchools @crazycutshall