Chicago Gifted Community Center

09/07/2026

Save the Date for a CGCC Parent Support Dinner at Altiro Latin Fusion in Wheaton on Thursday, October 8! Details and registration here: https://www.chicagogiftedcommunity.org/event-6767039

09/06/2026

New on the CGCC Blog: IAGC Community Scholarships and Awards Applications Due Sept. 15

The IAGC - Illinois Association for Gifted Children provides a variety of scholarship and recognition opportunities for parents, educators, or community members. Read more here: https://chicagogiftedcommunity.org/Blog/13683272

05/29/2026

Please help us before 3:30 PM TODAY - Friday, May 29 - thank you!

UPDATE: Success! The bill passed out of committee unanimously and will be heard on the House floor this weekend. What can you do next? Contact your state representative to support SB 3533! Thank you!!

Help needed TODAY - May 29 - prior to 3:30 PM!

Hello IAGC advocates for advanced learners! We have an urgent, time-sensitive request. It is the end of the Illinois General Assembly's legislative session and things are moving FAST!

We just learned that SB 3533, with provisions to help Illinois schools better serve twice-exceptional learners, just passed the Senate and has been placed on the agenda for a last-minute House Education Policy Committee hearing TODAY!

Please take a moment to sign a witness slip as a PROPONENT prior to the committee hearing: https://ilga.gov/House/hearings/details/3056/23181/CreateWitnessSlip/?legislationId=166567&GaId=18&View=Create

Here are instructions if you need guidance filling out the witness slip: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w58mLZc_z7WPybjRhxktUqe_x89xwreYkdo_3XRuP8I/edit?tab=t.0

We are very excited, because there is still a chance this bill can pass both houses and be signed by the Governor this summer!

05/09/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all who support, educate, and volunteer within our community.

Parenting in today’s world is no small task, and when you add the gifted dimension to our children’s lives, it becomes a truly remarkable journey—one filled with both soaring peaks and challenging valleys. Our children are extraordinary. Their accomplishments, whether large or small, are deeply meaningful, and witnessing their growth is one of life’s greatest rewards.

As parents and professionals in this community, we rarely have the luxury of slowing down. We are constantly in motion, advocating for and nurturing our children. We wear many hats—educators, supporters, and champions of their academic, social, and emotional development. We read endlessly, attend lectures, seek guidance from one another, and serve as thoughtful detectives, striving to understand the why behind our children’s behaviors and achievements. We collaborate with families, friends, and educators, helping others see that our children were never meant to fit a mold—they were meant to break one.

I would also like to extend my sincere gratitude to our CGCC Board Members. Their dedication and work behind the scenes are truly remarkable. From managing social media and communicating programs to planning events and building connections, these talented mothers find time—often late nights and early mornings—to strengthen and enrich our community for all.

Finally, to all mothers: I honor your strength, your resolve, and your unwavering commitment. This journey is not easy, but the rewards are immeasurable. You are an extraordinary group—passionate, resilient, and deeply dedicated to making a difference. On this Mother’s Day, I hope you take a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate all that you have accomplished this past year.

When I find myself in the valleys, I am encouraged by the words of Martin Luther King Jr.: “The ultimate measure of a person is not where he or she stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he or she stands at times of challenge and controversy.”

Thank you for standing strong—for your children, for one another, and for our community.

Warmly,
Carole Jones
President
Chicago Gifted Community Center
https://chicagogiftedcommunity.org/

05/05/2026

We are excited to welcome Alpha School as a new CGCC Professional Member! Alpha School will be opening a new location in Chicago for the 2026-2027 school year. Visit our Professional Member Directory for more information! https://chicagogiftedcommunity.org/Professional-Directory

05/02/2026

Did you know that CGCC members have access to members-only resources? These include event discounts, a Facebook group, and lists of scholarships, competitions, summer camps, and other local gifted resources. Join today! https://chicagogiftedcommunity.org/Membership

04/26/2026

Check out the CGCC website for updates!

New blog post: Artificial Intelligence Credentials for High School Students and Educators https://chicagogiftedcommunity.org/Blog

New members-only resource page: Competitions, including a student essay contest and a film competition https://chicagogiftedcommunity.org/page-1859873

02/15/2026

This is a great opportunity to learn more about CGCC Professional Member, Science & Arts Academy!

If you know families who are exploring education options for their children, invite them to our Admissions Coffee Chat on Thursday, February 19, 9:00–10:30am CT at Science & Arts Academy.

Guests will learn about the unique characteristics of gifted children and how SAA’s approach helps students thrive academically and personally. Your invitation could be the first step for a family discovering the right school for their child!
scienceandartsacademy.org/learn-more

02/07/2026

The CGCC Community Calendar lists CGCC events, CGCC Professional Member events, plus community events in Chicago and the local suburbs that might be of interest for our members. Select national events and webinars are included also. Contact us if you have an event to share. https://chicagogiftedcommunity.org/Calendar/

12/26/2025

CGCC Parent Support Dinner Naperville/Aurora/Wheaton
January 14, 2026, 7:00 PM, Adelle's Kitchen
Please register so we know how many to plan for!
https://chicagogiftedcommunity.org/event-6299230