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

Find all MCGT's upcoming events on our website calendar: mcgt.net/calendarAnd check out the CHOICES Calendar here: groups.io/g/MCGTCHOICES/calend#MCGT##MNGiftedif#MCGT#M#MCGTcaresca#MCGTConnectionst#SocialEmotionalGiftedi#giftedparentingnt#MCGTthisweeks#mcgtchoiceso#mcgtchoiceschapterapter See MoreSee Less
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RSVPs due today!!You are invited to join MCGT's CHOICES Chapter on Monday, February 17th for dinner and a discussion on How to Engage, Elevate and Motivate: Supporting Gifted Kids ThrYou are invited to join MCGT's CHOICES Chapter on Monday, February 17th for dinner and a discussion on How to Engage, Elevate and Motivate: Supporting Gifted Kids Thr#mcgtchoiceschapterough the Seasons. All are welcome to attend the board meeting and/or dinner. Friends, family, anyone curious about the MCGT CHOICES Chapter! MCGT CHOICES Chapter board meeting begins at 6:00pm. Dinner and discussion will begin at 7:00pm. Dinner will be provided by MCGT CHOICES. Date: Monday, February 17thTime: 6-7pm MCGT CHOICES Board Meeting.7:00-8:30pm Dinner and DiscussionWhere: MCGArete Academyte Academy campus, 10225 Yellow Circle Dr, Hopkins, MN 55343 RSVP: Required by February 14th to MCGT CHOICES @ [email protected]Dietary Restrictions: gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, allergiesJoin our discussion group focused on keeping older gifted children engaged and motivated. Share your experiences and learn from other parents about strategies and activities that cater to the evolving interests and challenges of gifted children. Together, we'll explore how to continually stimulate their minds and support their growth as they transition through different stages of#MCGTl#MNGifted#m#MCGTMN#MCGTcaresCG#MCGTConnectionsM#SocialEmotionalGiftedE#giftedparentinggif#mcgtchoices #mcgtchoiceschaptertchoiceschapter See MoreSee Less
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Check out MCGT's Outlook newsletter here: mcgt.wildapricot.org/MCGT-Outlook-NewsletterNot a MCGT member? Join online now: mcgt.wildapricot.org/membershipf#mcgtdidyouknowu#MNGiftedi#MNGiftedi#MCGT##MCGT##MCGTcaresC#MCGTConnectionst#mcgtoutlookt#mneducatorsators See MoreSee Less
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CHAT Night – Free and open to all. No registration required.Wednesday, February 26, 2025: In-Person CHAT Night on Anxiety and Gifted People at Arete Academy, MinnetonkaFacilitated by Shelly Harvey, MA, MBA, LPCCWhat 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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2025 GATEway Science Fair Workshop registrations are now open! Pre-register at sites.google.com/site/gatewaysciencefair/workshops 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