Minnesota Council for the Gifted & Talented

Connections. Advocacy. Resources. Equity. Support.

Community Hub

MCGT strives to create an inclusive community of those interested in supporting gifted & talented learners.

“The support and information I received through MCGT was essential in helping me to navigate the waters of raising my highly gifted children. Connecting with other parents, attending the conferences and seminars gave me the tools I needed to parent my children while also maximizing their educational experiences in a K-12 system that wasn’t always a good fit. Thank you MCGT!”

-Parent of Gifted Children

Chapters

MCGT chapters are formal group of MCGT members, organized by district, region, or other common goals. A chapter has officers, collecting a portion of each member’s MCGT membership fee, and using those funds as they wish. 

Community Groups

MCGT Community Groups are informal gatherings of interested parents. No bylaws, officers, or financials. Just connections, sharing, and support. 

MCGT Events

MCGT hosts a variety of speaker events, discussion groups, children and family events, and an annual conference/Expo. Information can be found on our events calendar or follow us on social media. MCGT 2024-25 Events at a Glance.

MCGT’s Facebook Posts

Bedtime and Sleep Strategies for Smart Families with Mary L. Wandrei from the Cottonwood CenterApril 16 & 23, 2025, 7:00-8:15pm CDT via ZoomFREE for MCGT members, $30 per family for non-members. Scholarships may be available.More information and registration: mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6102854Parents and caretakers of smart kids, y’all have heard it all before: “Yadayada, get more sleep, yadayada.” But what about our kids’ intensities – their extraordinary imaginational, sensory, intellectual, emotional, and psychomotor needs? What about anxiety? What about our late-night social owls? How does sleep even happen with these kids? What about OUR sleep? Join us for some support, tips, and activities for a better night’s sleep for all family members. Then try some things and come back a week later with more “what about…” questions. #mcgt #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGTcares #MCGTConnections #2e #GiftedRoads #MCGTConnections #SocialEmotionalGifted #bedtimeandsleep #cottonwoodcenter See MoreSee Less
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CHAT Night – Free and open to all. No registration required.Wednesday, March 26, 2025: In-Person CHAT Night on The Story of Your Gifted Childat Cottonwood Center, White Bear LakeFacilitated by Tina Van Erp, M.Ed., The River CoachImagine all the people you’ve told the story of your gifted child to; imagine all the people you’ve chosen not to tell the story of your gifted child to. You are invited to an evening of conversation that shares why their story from your perspective is one of the most valuable tools in your parenting toolbox. What is a CHAT Night? CHAT (Connect. Help. Advocate. Talk.) Nights are dedicated to informally connecting parents of gifted children, helping them find other parents in similar situations with an ear to listen, experiences to share, and solutions to offer. Each CHAT Night starts with a brief (10-15 minutes) presentation by a facilitator on a designated topic of interest followed by small group discussion. The format of CHAT Nights is intended to be casual, rather than structured.#MCGTcares #mcgt #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGTConnections #giftedparenting #SocialEmotionalGifted #giftededucationMN #2E #MCGTCHAT #MDE #megt See MoreSee Less
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Don't miss MCGT's Lean on Me Monthly Discussion Group – Free and open to all!Tuesday, March 25⋅7:30 – 8:30pm CSTNo registration required, just drop in!You are not alone in this journey of parenting bright children. Find your people in this monthly discussion group where we talk about raising gifted, creative and talented children. The group focuses on listening, generating ideas, resource sharing, and is for anyone who is a caregiver of elementary and teenage gifted, creative and talented kids. The group will be facilitated by Dr. Teresa Argo Boatman, a local psychologist who specialties in working with gifted people. Join Zoom Meeting:zoom.us/j/95140691227Meeting ID: 951 4069 1227Passcode#MCGT7#MNGifted #DrTeresaArgoBoatmanr#MCGTcares##MCGTa#LeanOnMeDrTeresaBoatmane#mcgtleanonmeG#MCGTConnectionso#giftedparentingdparenting See MoreSee Less
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Join MCGT for an event this week! All of this week's events are Free and Open to All!Check out all our upcoming events on our website calendar: mcgt.net/calendarLean on Me Discussion Group meets Tuesday, March 25th via Zoom. No registration required.Find the zoom link and all other details: mcgt.net/discussion-groupsAnd join us on Wednesday, March 26th for an In-Person CHAT Night on What is the Story of Your Gifed Child at Cottonwood Center, White Bear Lake, facilitated by Tina Van Erp, M.Ed.No registration required. Finally, the new Gifted Adult Community Group meets via Zoom on Friday, March 28th. Join this Design Crew and help plan upcoming gifted adult community group events!Register online for more information and the zoom link:forms.gle/KiJoTWgHKXGzxj#MCGTcaresc#MCGT##MNGiftedi#MCGT##MCGTConnectionst#giftedparentingn#SocialEmotionalGiftedi#giftededucationMNi#2EN#mcgtchatT#MDE #megt##mcgtleanonmen#MCGTthisweeksw#DrTeresaArgoBoatmana#LeanOnMeDrTeresaBoatmana#mcgtleanonmen#giftedadultsdults See MoreSee Less
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Don't miss MCGT's Lean on Me Monthly Discussion Group – Free and open to all!Tuesday, March 25⋅7:30 – 8:30pm CSTNo registration required, just drop in!You are not alone in this journey of parenting bright children. Find your people in this monthly discussion group where we talk about raising gifted, creative and talented children. The group focuses on listening, generating ideas, resource sharing, and is for anyone who is a caregiver of elementary and teenage gifted, creative and talented kids. The group will be facilitated by Dr. Teresa Argo Boatman, a local psychologist who specialties in working with gifted people. Join Zoom Meeting:zoom.us/j/95140691227Meeting ID: 951 4069 1227Passcode#MCGT7#MNGifted #DrTeresaArgoBoatmanr#MCGTcares##MCGTa#LeanOnMeDrTeresaBoatmane#mcgtleanonmeG#MCGTConnectionso#giftedparentingdparenting See MoreSee Less
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“More important than the many timely and relevant resources MCGT offers, MCGT provided our family with an understanding and welcoming place to share experiences without judgment. We were not alone on this journey but with friends.”

-Parent of a Gifted Child

“As a parent, MCGT was a source of knowledge and support. As a professional, it has provided a resource bank, a feeling of acceptance, and a sense of community, for all of which I am grateful.”

-Parent of a Gifted Child

Thinking of becoming a member? MCGT provides membership benefits.

Click here to view a complete list of MCGT Member benefits!

Discussion Groups

Talented Tots

Do you have a bright or talented kid between the ages of 1 and 5? Come discuss all the hilarity, exasperation, and joy of raising bright young kids with other parents who get it! This supportive parent community is a place to ask questions, share stories, meet new friends, and exchange tips and ideas.

Building Bridges

Are things just not working at school even though your child is really smart? Does your child have wide differences in skills? You may be parenting a twice exceptional child. Join the MCGT 2E discussion group to connect with other parents who are also on this journey, discussing concerns, successes, educational options and much more

Lean on Me

You are not alone in this journey of parenting bright children. Find your people in this monthly discussion group where we talk about raising gifted, creative & talented children