Collaborating for equal opportunities: News from the EGE project
The international Equity in Gifted Education (EGE) project is in full swing! Together with schools in the Netherlands, Flanders, Ireland, and Kosovo, we are committed to identifying and nurturing talent in all students – including children from families where opportunities are less readily available.
Introduction and getting started
In September, the participating schools met for the first time. An inspiring start, during which expectations and plans were shared. Parents also play an important role: each school organizes at least four activities, such as a lecture, exhibition, or award ceremony. This way, we work together to ensure engagement and valuable feedback.
Teacher Training & COVAT Test
The first Teacher Training began in Vlaardingen on October 2nd. The second training day will follow in Antwerp in March. Here, teachers learn how to use the new language program and the COVAT test. This test will help us identify students' talents, so that we can begin the first academic language lessons in December.
International Spotlight
Our project has already attracted considerable interest at conferences in Braga (WCGTC) and Karlstad (ECHA). These highlighted how current and important are topic is: equal opportunities for talented students, regardless of their background.
What's coming up?
The coming months will focus on:
- Administering the COVAT test;
- Launching language interventions in the classroom;
- Parent programs and focus groups at all schools;
- Preparations for international exchanges and events in 2026.
Join us!
Schools interested in joining this program are still very welcome. Enthusiastic teachers and school leaders can contact us via https://equityingiftededucation.eu. Together, we'll ensure that talent doesn't go unnoticed!
