- Compilation of resources from the National Association for Gifted Children for coping during COVID-19
- Tips for talking to kids about COVID-19
- Keeping kids engaged at home
- Managing emotions during uncertain times
- Free toolkit for managing anxiety about Coronavirus
VIDEO - We Are Sycamore
CONNECT WITH ADMISSIONS
During the current school closure you may get in touch with the Admissions Office by contacting:
Duane Emery, Director of Enrollment Management
317-202-2510 / emery.duane@sycamoreschool.org
Erica Harrison, Assistant Director of Enrollment Management
317-202-2544 / harrison.erica@sycamoreschool.org
We are currently accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year and would be happy to speak with you!
Duane Emery, Director of Enrollment Management
317-202-2510 / emery.duane@sycamoreschool.org
Erica Harrison, Assistant Director of Enrollment Management
317-202-2544 / harrison.erica@sycamoreschool.org
We are currently accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year and would be happy to speak with you!
12 SIGNS: Can I Tell If My Child Is Gifted?
Parents are among the best identifiers of gifted children. You clearly know your child better than anyone, and your input should be welcomed and valued by any school you are considering for your child.
Typically, parents of gifted kids will notice characteristics of giftedness in their child at an early age. At Sycamore, we call these the “Twelve Signs” of a gifted child.
Read the 12 Signs.
Read the 12 Signs.
PARENTING RESOURCES
Parenting Resources Regarding COVID-19
Supporting the social and emotional wellness of gifted children is more important now than ever. Here are some resources that may help you talk with your child about COVID-19 from Sycamore's Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Samantha Outcalt.
SYCAMORE NEWS
List of 4 news stories.
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From The Head of School - Reopening Update
Sycamore's Reopening Plan satisfies the requirements of the order; items #1 and #6 are especially pertinent to Sycamore. I have submitted our Reopening Plan to the Marion County Public Health Department. -
Sycamore School Reopening Changes Makes CBS 4 and FOX 59 News
CBS4and FOX59 visited Sycamore School on July 28 to learn about some of the changes we have been making ahead of school restarting, including a new air filtration/exchange system that is getting installed this week. -
Sycamore Announces Fall Reopening Plan
The Sycamore School Reopening Sycamore Task Force has announced a plan for a safe and successful reopening of school on August 13, on our regular calendar and schedule. The members of the task force have considered every perspective as they have worked diligently to research best practices and developed resources through which to obtain expert advice. The plan represents our best judgement, based on the advice of national, state, and local health experts. Our goal is to offer our students an exemplary experience for gifted learners while ensuring the health and safety of all of our community members. -
A Parent's Story: How A Sycamore Parent Saw Distance Learning Work
“Teachers were my heroes through the whole process. It was obviously a tough situation that everyone was thrown into unexpectedly, but the teachers were great about soliciting feedback and making changes as needed until they found methods that worked.”For the mom of two Sycamore students, Sumi Maun was confronted with the challenges that many families were faced with in mid-March when schools closed their buildings and went to a distance learning model for the rest of the school year: suddenly, the kids were at home, doing their school work, while the parents were also working from home and having to figure out where everyone will do their work, how they will get fed, take breaks, and not feel like it was all too much.
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High Ability and Enrichment Remote Learning Resources / Read more
Is your young child curious and talkative? Does he or she have a good sense of humor, learn quickly? Does he or she remember everything that you ever promised? You may have a gifted child.
WE ARE SYCAMORE.
There will always be students who need schools like Sycamore, to stimulate, educate, and motivate our best and brightest. We are educating kids, teaching them to think, both critically and creatively, and teaching them to love learning.
Today's students will be the leaders that will solve the problems of today and tomorrow. Sycamore is a prime example of institutional evolution and a story of response to a need. Our work will never be complete.
Today's students will be the leaders that will solve the problems of today and tomorrow. Sycamore is a prime example of institutional evolution and a story of response to a need. Our work will never be complete.
GIVE TO THE SYCAMORE FUND
The Sycamore Fund is the school’s highest fundraising priority. As with all independent schools, Sycamore relies on our community to give annually to help us fund projects and programs that make us the unique school we are. Your tax-deductible donation goes to work immediately, benefiting students in this school year. Your gift affects their daily experience and is a direct investment in:
- Professional development for our talented and dedicated faculty
- The latest advances in technology
- A vibrant art and music program
- An encouraging and competitive athletics program
Weather Announcements
If Sycamore School is to be closed due to extreme weather conditions, announcements to parents will be sent to home and cell phones via the school’s automated alert system. Announcements will also be made on local TV and radio stations and their websites. Closings will also be posted on the Sycamore School social media (Facebook and Twitter) feeds. We will also post information on this sycamoreschool.org
SYCAMORE SCHOOL EVENTS
Indiana’s Only Accredited, Private, Independent Preschool - 8th Grade School for Gifted Students
