Gifted Youth Corner
News and Announcements for SFRM Gifted Youth and Their Parents
Weeding at Presidio Park in June
June 8th was a cloudy and foggy day—perfect for weeding at Presidio Park.
Crucial Conversations with Your Gifted Teen
December 7, 2024 at 10am Pacific Time
Eco Volunteering in the Presidio
On June 8th, Mensans from the San Francisco Region engaged in ecological conservation in Presidio Park SF. They partnered with the Presidio Park Stewards, targeting an invasive species called purple velvet grass (holcus lanatus).
RG 2024 Youth Homeroom Schedule
We’re excited to announce the Youth Homeroom activity schedule for RG 2024 in San Rafael. Expect to have lots of fun and make some new friends!
Looking Ahead To College: Information and Inspiration for Parents of Students 8th Grade and Older
November 9, 2024 01:00 PM Pacific Time
Reel Reads (Nov.): Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Nov. 16, 2024 09:30 AM Pacific Time
Exploring the Gifted Youth Program: Opportunities and Benefits
Learn more about GY opportunities and benefits from SFRM’s Gifted Youth Program
Introduction to American Mensa’s Regional Gifted Youth Program for Region 8
September 28th at 9:30am PT
Reel Reads (Sep.): Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Sep 21, 2024 09:30 AM Pacific Time
Guiding Bright Minds: Parent-Focused Talks at SFRM’s Regional Gathering
This year’s Regional Gathering includes our youth-exclusive homeroom and GY-friendly speakers like members from the World Cube Association. We also have talks just for GY parents as well to help guide them on their child’s gifted journey.
Exciting Gifted Youth Events Coming This Fall
Welcome back to school! We have a lot of exciting Fall events from our new Reel Reads event where we’ll compare popular books with their TV/movie adaptations, the Gifted Youth Homeroom at the RG, and our new SFRM GY SIGs.
Gifted Youth Activities at the RG
SFRM’s Regional Gathering is in San Rafael this year, with activities, workshops, and games. For the first time, we’re including special events for gifted youth…with prizes!
Share Mensa with Your Gifted Child
Parenting a gifted child is a unique journey filled with both extraordinary joys and distinct challenges. While you may have already considered Mensa membership for your talented youngster, have you thought about joining yourself?
SFRM Gifted Youth Corner (June 2024)
It’s officially SUMMER BREAK and I hope it’s jam-packed with fun activities. 🙂 If it’s not or if you need more things to do, here are some suggestions:
Event Recap – Intro to Mensa’s Gifted Youth Program
A huge thank you to everyone who attended the May 19th Intro to Mensa’s Region 8 Gifted Youth Program event on Zoom. Out of 29 who registered, 18 attended. There was a lot of interest in having a quarterly get-together and I’ll touch base with you again on the next date.
Contact
Questions?
GY Programming
Email SFRM’s Gifted Youth Coordinator
GY Resources
Email SFRM’s Gifted Youth Resource Coordinator