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

Join the discussion and help shape what MCGT's Gifted Adult Community Group will look like! The Design Crew meets Friday, April 25th, virtual at 6:30pm. Don't miss it, Register Today! forms.gle/KiJoTWgHK#MCGTq#MNGifted ##MCGTte#MCGTcares#M#MCGTConnectionso#giftedadultsftedadults See MoreSee Less
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This virtual event is free and open to everyone! Registration is required. This event will not be recorded.Zoom link will be in your registration confirmation email. Register Now: mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6113643Whether your child was just identified as gifted, you suspect your child is gifted, or you’ve been advocating on your child’s behalf for a while, now, you probably have a lot of questions! Join MCGT board members and volunteers for an informal and informative conversation. You can ask your questions and find out what other families have experienced– things like: How do I talk with my child about being gifted? Will our school be able to meet my child’s needs? How do I help my kid find friends? #mcgt #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGTcares #MCGTConnections #SocialEmotionalGifted #giftedadults #giftedparenting #SocialEmotionalGifted #giftededucationmn See MoreSee Less
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Join MCGT's new Gifted Adult Community Group for a virtual learning event this Friday!Free and Open to All!April 18 at 6:30pm via Zoom: My Gifted Adultness & Why it MattersRegister here to receive details before the event: forms.gle/Bf4pafx46rcBNeVX7#mcgt #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGTcares #MCGTConnections #giftedadults #socialemotional See MoreSee Less
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It's not too late – register today! mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6102854Bedtime 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.Parents 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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Find the details and all upcoming events on our website calendar: mcgt.net/calendarBedtime 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-6102854Join MCGT's new Gifted Adult Community Group for a virtual learning event!April 18 at 6:30pm via Zoom: My Gifted Adultness & Why it MattersFree and Open to All! Register here to receive details and zoom link before the event: forms.gle/Bf4pafx46rcBNeVX7#mcgt #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGTcares #MCGTConnections #2e #MCGTConnections #SocialEmotionalGifted #bedtimeandsleep #cottonwoodcenter #giftedadults 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