Achievement – Taylored Solutions

3 Sep 201810 Sep 2018 Taylored Solutions Achievement

Underachievement – why does it matter?

Underachievement amongst gifted students may seem paradoxical; nevertheless, it is not an uncommon reality. At particular risk are students from low socio-economic backgrounds or minority groups, the twice-exceptional and the creatively gifted. The 2001 Senate inquiry into the education of gifted students found that teachers without training in this area, believed that these students would … Continue reading Underachievement – why does it matter?

I have known Leisa in personal, professional and collegial capacities since early 2014 and have found her to have a deep interest, awareness, understanding and knowledge of gifted and twice-exceptional students. Leisa has always demonstrated a desire to learn more in order to support students with exceptional needs. Leisa’s personal and professional commitment to identifying … Continue reading Michele Juratowitch, Clearing Skies, Indooroopilly

― Michele Juratowitch, Clearing Skies, Indooroopilly

Leisa Taylor has completed Masters units at the University of New England and is very experienced in the needs of Twice-exceptional children. She has achieved at an excellent level in each unit she has undertaken and is an experienced educator with the patience and understanding required of someone who works with gifted children, and in … Continue reading Dr. Michelle Bannister-Tyrrell, University of New England

― Dr. Michelle Bannister-Tyrrell, University of New England

Leisa is an experienced teacher who is also the parent of two, twice-exceptional children. She has specialised in the area of gifted and talented education, with a particular interest in gifted children with learning difficulties. As a parent, Leisa knows well the many challenges those with learning difficulties and their families face. As an educator, … Continue reading Ainsley Robertson, Education & Assistive Technology Advisor/Specialist Teacher

― Ainsley Robertson, Education & Assistive Technology Advisor/Specialist Teacher