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This podcast is created by the Alma School District GT program. It is our goal to educate you about the GT community and what it means to be gifted by...
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This podcast is created by the Alma School District GT program. It is our goal to educate you about the GT community and what it means to be gifted by having various guests that work in the field of gifted and talented education, as well as having our students on as guests to provide their insights on various topics.
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27 SEP 2022 · In the first episode, Michael Bridges, GT and AP Coordinator for the Alma School District, discusses the future plans for the podcast and what you can expect for upcoming episodes. At the 4:45 mark, Mr. Bridges explains what it means to be gifted and talented and what is involved in placement into the GT program at Alma and most other public schools. We hope that this will better educate the community on what a gifted and talented student is and how a student qualifies for the program. Listen in! You might be surprised by what you learn. If you have any questions, please feel free to email Mr. Bridges at mbridges@almasd.net.
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3 OCT 2022 · In this episode, we continue to look at what it means to be gifted with Karen Grady, the GT Specialist with the Guy Fenter Educational Service Cooperative. Karen discusses GT as it pertains to Arkansas, the positives and negatives of being a gifted student, as well as the strangest thing she has seen as a gifted specialist. We hope you enjoy this episode, and remember to always embrace your inner weirdo!
Mr. B's email: mbridges@almasd.net
Karen Grady's email: karen.grady@wscstarfish.com
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17 OCT 2022 · In this episode, Michael Bridges talks allergies, deep voices, hard work, teachers, Ric Flair, and.......Bigfoot? Let it never be said that the GT world is dull or boring. Thanks for listening, and don't forget to embrace your inner weirdo. It MIGHT just be your superpower!
Mr. B's email: mbridges@almasd.net
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24 OCT 2022 · In this episode, Mr. B Interviews Zeke Kimmons, a 5th grade GT student at Alma Intermediate. Zeke has an interest in Bigfoot, so tune in and listen to him tell you all about.......his deal.
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31 OCT 2022 · David Gillingham is our guest this week, and he is here to tell us all about disc golf. Listen in to hear David talk about equipment, how to play, and where to play. We hope you enjoy our podcast, and never forget to embrace your inner weirdo. #WeirdoNation
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23 JAN 2023 · Nora Dean joins us to talk about animal rescue and how her family has helped to save and relocate various animals in our area. Tune in and listen to what Nora has to say, and please remember to never be afraid to embrace your inner weirdo!
Contact Mr. B: mbridges@almasd.net
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24 JAN 2023 · Sabra Stout joins us to talk about being a young actor. Listen to her talk about her favorite roles, the work it takes to be in a play, and what it is like when you forget your lines onstage. Sabra and I would also like to remind you to never be afraid to embrace your inner weirdo!
Contact Mr. B: mbridges@almasd.net
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14 FEB 2023 · Layla Whittenburg joins us to talk about being in the foster care system as well as what it is like to be adopted. Layla very candidly and honestly talks about her life experiences and the difficulties and blessings of adoption and foster care. Layla is a GREAT interview, so do yourself a favor- tune in and listen to what this young lady has to say. And, as always, never forget to embrace your inner weirdo.
If you enjoy our podcast, please tell your friends about it and drop us a like or two. If you REALLY enjoy our podcast, a review would also be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Contact Mr. B: mbridges@almasd.net
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10 MAR 2023 · In this episode, Mr. B. discusses how placement happens within the Alma School District and how the placement committee goes about determining which students require gifted and talented services within the district.
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12 MAY 2023 · Mr. Bridges readily admits he is not the biggest soccer fan, so John Blake and Jude Walker are here to educate him on some of the players and positions, as well as why it might be a good idea to try soccer if you are looking for a challenge. Tune in to hear the teacher become the student!
This podcast is created by the Alma School District GT program. It is our goal to educate you about the GT community and what it means to be gifted by...
show more
This podcast is created by the Alma School District GT program. It is our goal to educate you about the GT community and what it means to be gifted by having various guests that work in the field of gifted and talented education, as well as having our students on as guests to provide their insights on various topics.
show less
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| Author | Michael Bridges |
| Organization | Surely You Can't Be Serious PC |
| Categories | Education |
| Website | - |
| mbridges@almasd.net |
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