MAGE Events
Upcoming Events
Join us in-person or online for upcoming advocacy meetings, meet-ups, conferences, and more!
Boston Mensa Pilgrimage RG
Mensa Pilgrimage RG
Nov 8-10, 2024!
Pilgrimage! 2024 – November 8th-10th at the Andover Massachusetts Doubletree Hotel.
We will have all of our usual activities like games, games tournaments, two speaker tracks, paper puzzles, raffle, adult coloring books, meals, and of course, Hospitality. All meals and snacks except Saturday dinner will be furnished by the hotel and are included in the registration fee. Saturday’s breakfast will again be a hot buffet breakfast.
Please send email to rg-chair@bostonmensa.org with any questions.
MAGE Workshop at the 2024 M.A.S.C./M.A.S.S. Joint Conference
The Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) & Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (M.A.S.S.) Annual Conference is the must-attend event for education professionals dedicated to enhancing school governance and improving student outcomes.
MAGE Co-Presidents Michelle Barmazel and Karen Blumstein will be presenting a 1-hour workshop on November 8th called: Advanced Learners, Giftedness & Twice Exceptionality: THE OUTLIERS.
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ACERA Info Session
Information sessions are two hour long presentations and tours intended for parents, guardians, and other adults who would like to learn more about Acera. You’ll hear from Courtney Dickinson, Founder and Director of the Acera School.
Learn more from ACERA Admissions
MAGE Day at AOPS Academy Lexington (time TBD)
MAGE Day at AoPS Academy Lexington on Sunday, December 8th, 2024
ACERA Info Session
Information sessions are two hour long presentations and tours intended for parents, guardians, and other adults who would like to learn more about Acera. You’ll hear from Courtney Dickinson, Founder and Director of the Acera School.
Learn more from ACERA Admissions
The SAGE School Fall Open House
Families of students entering preschool through seventh grade who are interested in learning more about Sage are invited to attend their Fall Open House! Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the academic program, discover the Social Emotional Learning curriculum, and tour the school.
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MAGE/HAEd Annual Symposium on Gifted Education
Join us for our annual gathering! The MAGE/HGSE Annual Symposium for Gifted Education
Acera Math Festival & Open House
We invite families with children in grades K-9 to join us for a fun-filled Math Festival and Open House at Acera! Kids and parents will have the chance to dive into exciting, hands-on math games and problem-solving activities designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking. Families can also take a student-led tour of our innovative school, meet our passionate teachers, and learn more about how we nurture curiosity and foster a love of learning. This free event is open to the public, so bring friends and enjoy a day of math exploration, discovery, and fun! More details:
Identification, Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Gifted Children and Adolescents with Drs. Deirdre Lovecky and Elizabeth Letsch
Elizabeth Letsch, Ph.D. and Deirdre V. Lovecky, Ph.D. are presenting to the RI Psychological Association on Identification, Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment of Gifted Children and Adolescents on October 25, 2024 from 9 am to 1 pm. .This workshop is meant for mental health professionals, especially psychologists, and will earn 3.5 APA CEU credits applicable to MA licensure. It will be a virtual presentation so can be attended more easily from MA. To register go to: www.ripsych.org/events.
Acera Innovator Symposium
Guests of all ages are invited to hear from leading scientists and innovators working at the forefront of cutting-edge science. Enjoy hands-on stations featuring exciting activities like robotics explorations, light-up wearables, virtual reality, and much more! It’s a night of inspiration, discovery, and fun for everyone! More details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1010566570817?aff=oddtdtcreator
Oak Meadow’s High School Virtual Open House
Sign up for a Virtual Open House at Oak Meadow.
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ACERA Info Session
Information sessions are two hour long presentations and tours intended for parents, guardians, and other adults who would like to learn more about Acera. You’ll hear from Courtney Dickinson, Founder and Director of the Acera School.
Learn more from ACERA Admissions
Oak Meadow’s K-8 Virtual Open House
Sign up for a Virtual Open House at Oak Meadow.
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Ideal4Gifted FREE Webinar: Characteristics of Gifted Learners
Join Ideal on Thursday, September 26th, at 7:00 PM ET for an exclusive webinar with Dr. MaryGrace Stewart and Dr. Joe Renzulli from UConn’s NEAG School of Education!
This interactive session, designed for parents and homeschooling families, will dive deep into the Characteristics of Gifted Learners. Learn practical strategies and insights to better support your child’s unique needs—especially if they are gifted or twice-exceptional (2e). Best of all, this webinar is free.
REGISTER
KITE Summer Program
An exceptional experience for a gifted/accelerated learner, the unique KITE Summer Program offers challenge as well as opportunities to meet and work with academic peers. Activities are hands-on and project-based and focus on critical and creative thinking, collaboration and conversation.
Visit us at kaleidoscopekids.com
Contact the office via email or phone (978) 494-3978
MTA Summer Conference
Rethinking Education for a Transformative Future is the theme of the MTA Summer Conference, which will be held from Sunday, July 28 to Wednesday, July 31 at UMass Amherst.
With over 60 workshops covering union skills, professional development, and anti-oppression, our schedule offers a diverse range of opportunities. Enjoy wellness activities like pickleball and nature walks, as well as a screening of the thought-provoking film The Busing Battleground followed by an engaging Q&A session. Connect with affinity groups, participate in book club discussions, and immerse yourself in social activities including board games and dancing. Don't miss out on hearing from members who have transformed their communities through bargaining and budget crises. This is the year to be part of something truly impactful!
MAGE Advocacy Zoom Meeting
Everyone is welcome to join the MAGE Advocacy Zoom Meeting that regularly meets on the third Wednesday of the month. Email advocacy@massgifted.org to join the advocacy mailing list to stay up to date on meeting agendas, reminders, and any last minute changes.
Recurring monthly zoom link also provided below.
Please join us online at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83100216465
Meeting ID: 831 0021 6465
Social Thinking
17th Annual Global Providers' Online Conference: Self-Regulation and Stress Management: Empowering Kids and Adults with Practical Tools and Strategies
MAGE Advocacy Zoom Meeting
Everyone is welcome to join the MAGE Advocacy Zoom Meeting that regularly meets on the third Wednesday of the month. Email advocacy@massgifted.org to join the advocacy mailing list to stay up to date on meeting agendas, reminders, and any last minute changes.
Recurring monthly zoom link also provided below.
Please join us online at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83100216465
Meeting ID: 831 0021 6465
MAGE Day at Lumen Academy
Join us on June 15th to unlock the Secrets of Cryptology! Matt Benet, an engaging gifted educator who's worked with hundreds of gifted students and is the founder of edRev, will take us on an exciting adventure into the world of codes, ciphers, and secret messages at our Cryptology Event for kids ages 7-14 at the new Lumen Academy in Waltham
IDEAL4Summer Enrichment
Are you looking for fun summer activities for your child aged 5-14? Look no further than IDEAL4Gifted’s Super Summer Enrichment Program! June 10-14 and June 17 - 21, your child can participate in daily live programming guided by the IDEAL4Gifted team. It’s fun from anywhere at IDEAL4Summer Enrichment. With classes scheduled at 9:00-11:30, 12:00-2:30, and 3:30-6:00 (Eastern time) children from all over the U.S. can take part. The 3:30 to 6:00 classes can also be after-school enrichment for kiddos who might still be in school in June!
Perfect for busy parents who want to keep their children engaged during the summer break. Exciting challenges and shorter time commitments, make it easier to fit into your schedule. Outdoor camps are great but your child probably craves some mental exercise too with adventures, challenges, and projects like "Egypt and You," "Codes and Ciphers," "Dragons and Mythical Creatures," "Build Your Business," "Solar Mechanical Robots," and 13 more choices.
It is an excellent way for your child to learn, play, and socialize with other campers who have similar interests. It also saves time and money while offering your child a fun, safe, and enriching environment.
Take advantage of this opportunity to give your child an unforgettable summer experience. Registration is NOW live. Reserve your child’s spot today! https://form.jotform.com/240524959637164 Space is very limited. (Max. class size is 9)
Find out more at https://ideal4gifted.org/summer-enrichment-2024/
GHF Conference
June 7-9th, our biggest event of the year, the 4th annual Gifted Home Ed: Come as You Are Conference welcomes you, LIVE & FREE in the GHF Forum! Interactive and informal, with built-in time for discussion.
This year's theme is Reframe. Recenter. Reflect., and we've got some amazing guests helping us out!
Amy Estersohn: A Peek Inside Undergraduate Programs in Computer Science
Amy Estersohn: A Peek Inside Undergraduate Programs in Computer Science
YSA Expert Talk & Q&A with Dr. Lev Gotelib
YSA Expert Talk & Q&A with Dr. Lev Gotelib this Wednesday @ 4:00 pm pacific / 7:00 pm eastern
Join expert neuropsychologist & professor, Dr. Lev Gotelib, who will highlight the science of neurodevelopmental giftedness and neuroanatomical findings, share practical tips for application to daily functioning, & unpack strengths in explicit learning & memory!
ENROLLED FAMILIES ONLY- If you're an enrolled fam, you can find the zoom link on the VIP PAGE =) (https://youngscholarsacademy.org/vip-villagers-spring2-24)
Girls in STEM
Girls in STEM on Saturday, May 18th from 10AM to 12PM:
Register: https://AceraGirlsinSTEM.eventbrite.com
MAGE Advocacy Zoom Meeting
Everyone is welcome to join the MAGE Advocacy Zoom Meeting that regularly meets on the third Wednesday of the month. Email advocacy@massgifted.org to join the advocacy mailing list to stay up to date on meeting agendas, reminders, and any last minute changes.
Recurring monthly zoom link also provided below.
Please join us online at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83100216465
Meeting ID: 831 0021 6465
Gifted Roads ~ Support & Resources for Gifted and Multi-Exceptional People (Copy) (Copy) (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)
They’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.
Participants will receive weekly discussion summaries and access to a shared folder of resources curated specifically for the interests and needs of the group.
MAGE DAY
May The 4th MAGE DAY!
A games-themed event, with international speaker Dr. Matt Zakreski!
Event held at Fusion in Newton. Pre-Registration appreciated.
Parent Program: Many gifted children struggle with the social and emotional skills necessary to create and maintain relationships. While many Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programs exist in schools, they are often not adapted to the unique needs of the gifted population. This presentation will demonstrate some techniques on how to teach and model SEL skills for gifted children through the gamification of concepts/lessons, both through the demonstration of games designed for this population and instruction on how to adapt games.
Kids Program: “Board Games and Building Materials powered by the Force”
Led by Jedi Volunteers
Actually… led by Sith Volunteers
Hope to see you there!
Gifted Roads ~ Support & Resources for Gifted and Multi-Exceptional People
They’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.
Participants will receive weekly discussion summaries and access to a shared folder of resources curated specifically for the interests and needs of the group.
Gifted Roads ~ Support & Resources for Gifted and Multi-Exceptional People (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)
They’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.
Participants will receive weekly discussion summaries and access to a shared folder of resources curated specifically for the interests and needs of the group.