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

MCGT's Betty Johnson Scholarship Fund provides scholarships for Minnesota families for MCGT memberships and events. Betty Johnson impacted the lives of so many gifted children and families in Minnesota, and the scholarship fund is designed to honor her tradition of helping families. The application for scholarship funds can be found here: mcgt.net/event-scholarshipsPlease consider a donation to the Betty Johnson Scholarship Fund to support families of gifted & talented kids in Minnesota: www.givemn.org/organization/Minnesota-Council-For-The-Gifted-And-Talented#mcgtdidyouknow #MNGifted #MNgifted #MCGT #mcgt #MCGTCARES #MCGTConnections #giftededucation #giftededucators #supportgifted #giftedparenting See MoreSee Less
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MCGT ANNUAL PICNIC! Sunday, Aug. 10, 11am – 2pmFREE To MCGT Members, $20 per family for Non-MembersFind all the details and RSVP Online Now! mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6223619Join MCGT for our annual summer picnic. It's a great opportunity to talk to and connect with other familie#MNGiftedi#MCGTcaresC#MCGT##MCGT##giftedadultsmnl#mcgtannualpicnici#megt##giftedfamiliesMNi#giftedparentingnt#MCGTConnectionst#SocialEmotionalGiftedi#giftededucationMNio#2e #2E See MoreSee Less
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Check out MCGT's website calendar for all of our upcoming events: mcgt.net/calendarAnd don't forget to register for our Aug 10th picnic! mcgt.wildapricot.org/event#MCGT6#MNGifted ##MCGTte#MCGTcares#M#MCGTConnectionso#SocialEmotionalGiftedo#giftedparentingdp#MCGTthisweekgtthisweek See MoreSee Less
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Parenting Gifted Adults: A Caregiver Conversation with Gifted RoadsWednesday Mornings, Aug 27 – Oct 1, 8:00-9:00am CDTCost: $120 per householdMore information and registration: mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6224715They’re always your child, but now they are an adult. How does your relationship change and evolve in a positive way? How do you navigate the rough times? We’ll talk about strategies for communicating with your gifted adult children and what you can learn from each other and about yourselves. Join us for shared stories, collective wisdom, less frustration, and more laughter. #mcgt #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGTcares #MCGTConnections #2e #GiftedRoads #MCGTConnections #SocialEmotionalGifted #caregiverconversations See MoreSee Less
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Want to meet other families at the park? Or schedule a game day? Any MCGT member can organize and host a MCGT gathering! Email the MCGT office at [email protected] today and we'll help you get starte#mcgtdidyouknowu#MNGiftedi#MNGiftedi#MCGT##MCGT##MCGTcaresC#MCGTConnectionstions 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