Relativity of Giftedness in a College Preparatory School

Finding the right educational setting for gifted children can be problematic.

Sometimes teachers use the brightest and most advanced students as examples for the other students, e.g., if Johnny can ace the test, you should all be able to. In the typical environment where most people believe effort is the primary force behind achievement, this makes sense. And although effort matters a great deal, not everyone starts with the same…