Jamie and Rainn’s talk, “Behind the Mask,” explored how 2E kids manage anxiety through masking, often appearing high-achieving while struggling internally. They shared personal stories as late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults and stressed the need for safe spaces where children can unmask and be themselves.

Discover how AI can support—or hinder—2e students’ writing. Learn when AI helps, when it harms, and how to foster joyful, strengths-based writing skills.

Self-regulation through the twice-exceptional lens is layered and complex. Many 2E kids feel deeply—whether it’s excitement, frustration, injustice, or curiosity—and that intensity is part of their gift. But without the right tools, that energy can be misdirected, leading to exhaustion, shutdowns, or misunderstandings. As Teresa Nyer explains, “This intensity is magnificent. So let’s make sure we can help with the right regulation tools to show up as the child they want to be

The panel, hosted by REAL, explored educational options for twice-exceptional (2E) learners. Speakers outlined REAL’s parent and educator resources, then discussed public school supports (universal accommodations, SST, 504, IEP), private school pros/cons and types (2E, specialty, gifted, micro, mainstream, hybrid), and homeschooling as a flexible, strength-based path. Q&A covered advocacy, fit, transitions, and prioritizing emotional well-being when choosing environments.

Learn about the five root causes of writing challenges plus the additional impacts of anxiety and perfectionism. We’ll discuss how to figure out what’s going on, and how to support each one. This session synthesizes various methods from specialists and private writing tutors and is full of practical tips and techniques.

After the screening of Left Behind we hosted a powerful panel conversation about the intersection of dyslexia and giftedness. This panel brings together leaders in the field of learning differences: --Dr. Fernette Eide, international expert on dyslexia and co-author of The Dyslexic Advantage and The Mislabeled Child, co-creator of the forthcoming movie, The Dyslexic Advantage. --Anna Cencioso, Founder and Head of School at Touchstone Learning --Mandy Hoff, Learning Specialist

In our Sept 2025 support group for parenting 2e kids, Heather, a parent and professional advocate, explores practical ways to foster...