by cilawarncke@gmail.com | Aug 19, 2026 | Academic coaching, Education, Gifted learners, neurodiversity, parenting exceptional kids, twice-exceptional
I worry about twice‑exceptional (2E) kids, especially the ones who shine the brightest in conventional settings. I worry about how to celebrate their achievements without pressuring them to push harder. I worry about how to honour their additional needs without...
by cilawarncke@gmail.com | Jul 22, 2026 | Academic coaching, Education, Gifted learners, parents
On July 12, I ran the Ilkley Half-Marathon, my fifth half-marathon in 15 months. I was running with one of my best friends on a bright, breezy day. I’d recently run 24km, and a 7km race in personal best time. Everything, in fine, pointed to a straightforward,...
by cilawarncke@gmail.com | Jul 6, 2026 | Education, parenting exceptional kids, parents
“We’ve tried tutors, and it didn’t help.” This is a common concern/complaint that usually comes loaded with unspoken frustration or guilt. Since those quiet parts are the loudest, let me start there: failed tutoring sessions are typically no-fault. Most tutors are...
