Presentations
See below for presentation material from parent meetings and information nights.
2017
2018
2016
2015
2021
COVID-19: What do our gifted kids need?
Setting your child up for success
– presented by Laurie Alisat, PhD – June 10, 2021
Presentation:
The following is the recorded video from the June 10th presentation, “COVID: What do our gifted kids need?”
2020
Resilience
– presented by psychologist and co-founder of Affinity Psychology Group, Amy Shaw – November 2020
What is resilience, and how is it earned? How can parents help their junior high and high school students to increase their own resilience?
Presentation:
Study Skills
– presented by Louis Riel teachers, Mark Stranzinger and Roxanne Evans – January 2020
Learn the note taking, studying, and test taking skills that will help your child succeed.
Presentation:
2020 – Study Skills2019
Executive Functioning — Getting it together for work, play, and living
– Expert Session by gifted educator, Dr. Laurie Alisat – September 24, 2019
“When gifted individuals struggle with executive functioning, many aspects of their lives can be impacted. It may be challenging to start, track, and complete tasks, which in turn affects personal wellness, relationships, and accomplishment. We will discuss what we mean by executive functioning, what it looks like, and strategies to support individuals.”
Presentation:
2019-What Do You Wonder About Executive Functioning
2017
Social Dynamics
– Presentation by Michelle Springman and Silvia Henning, of Macdonald Psychological Services
Gifted and Underachievement
– Presentation by Dr. Laurie Alisat at Queen Elizabeth High School, January 2017
2016
Mindful Parenting
– Presentation by Rosanna D’Agnillo at Louis Riel, September 27, 2016
The High School Experience
– Presentation for High School information night at Henry Wise Wood High School, March 2016
2015
Perfectionism, anxiety, and depression in gifted learners
– Presentation by Dr. Laurie Alisat, November 2015