A Meaningful Mess Blog

Self-awareness is such an important skill.  CASEL explains that self-awareness is "The abilities to understand one’s own emotions, thoughts, and value...

Parenting gifted learners is not always easy but it can also be so much fun.  As a mom of gifted learners, I have definitely learned that it's a marat...

Gifted learners...aren't they the smart kids, the ones that are on the A Honor Roll, the ones that love school, and the ones that shouldn't really nee...

As students progress through their academic careers, they are often tasked with creating a portfolio to showcase their growth, achievements, and learn...

Mastery and perfectionism are two concepts that are often confused, but they are actually quite different. While both involve striving for excellence,...

Genius Hour is an educational movement that encourages students to explore their passions and interests through independent, self-directed projects. D...

Gifted learners often struggle to connect with their peers and may feel isolated or disconnected in the classroom. However, collaboration can be a pow...

Gifted learners have a unique set of abilities and potential, but with great potential comes great responsibility. It's essential to help gifted learn...

Gifted learners often possess a high level of creativity, imagination, and innovative thinking. However, in today's fast-paced world, creativity can o...

As educators, we all want the best for our learners. We want them to succeed and reach their full potential. But what happens when your expectations f...

So, I just got back from TCEA, my state's technology conference and AI was all the rage.  In almost every single session that I attended, they menti...