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Schools for Gifted Students: What to Know

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Davidson Academy Online Instructor Jessica Potts, Ph.D., was featured in U.S. News & World Report!

“Potts also says it’s important to note that, while there may be some overlap between gifted students and high-achieving students, these groups are not the same. High-achieving students may perform well as a result of strong motivation and hard work rather than innate academic gifts. On the other hand, gifted students may not perform quite as well on their school assignments if they feel disengaged from work that they find too simple or boring.”

Schools for Gifted Students: What to Know