Hugh was accepted in the Fall of 2017 at 7 years old as a member.
Mensa's constitution lists three purposes: "to identify and to foster human intelligence for the benefit of humanity; to encourage research into the nature, characteristics, and uses of intelligence; and to provide a stimulating intellectual and social environment for its members".
(Quoted from Mensa's website)
Hugh was accepted Spring 2018 at 7 years old. If we confess, we really have no idea what we are doing so we find the advice and resources provided are extremely valuable to making good decisions for Hugh.
They serve"profoundly gifted young people 18 and under. Profoundly gifted students are those who score in the 99.9th percentile on IQ and achievement tests. Davidson's mission is to "recognize, nurture and support profoundly intelligent young people and to provide opportunities for them to develop their talents to make a positive difference."
(Quoted from Davidson's website)
Hugh was accepted in Spring 2018 at 8 years old and is eligible to take classes.
"The world leader in gifted education since 1979, Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth is a nonprofit dedicated to identifying and developing the talents of academically advanced pre-college students around the world. We serve bright learners and their families through our research, advocacy, and counseling, as well as our signature gifted and talented summer, online, and family programs."
(Quoted from CTY website)
Hugh was accepted in Summer of 2018 at 8 years old and is eligible to take classes.
SAVY is for "gifted and high-achieving students in Kindergarten and grades 1–6 during the academic year (Summer, rising 1-6) who typically test around the 95th percentile on an ability test or in at least one content area on a standardized test."
(Quoted from SAVY website)
Hugh joined in the Spring of 2018 at age 8.
The Astronomical Leagues objective is to promote the science of astronomy by fostering astronomical education and by providing incentives for astronomical observation and research.
(Quoted from Astronomical League's Website)
Joined Spring 2018 at 7 years old
General Member since September 2018
SPS is a "chapter based society that exists to help students transform themselves into contributing members of the professional community. Traditional coursework develops only one range of skills. Other skills needed to flourish professionally include effective communication and personal interactions, leadership experience, establishing a personal network of contacts, presenting scholarly work in professional meetings and journals, research experiences, and outreach services to the campus and local communities. Through its members, advisers, chapters, and leadership, SPS enables national initiatives and local impacts within the community. SPS supports students, advisers, and departments to improve the overall community. "
"Children are not the people of tomorrow, but people today. They are entitled to be taken seriously. They have a right to be treated by adults with tenderness and respect, as equals.”
~ Janusz Korczak
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