Connections Magazine & Webinars

At Helios, we are focused on growing unique children into unique young adults. Come learn about how elements such as choice, mastery-based teaching, and collaborative projects allow students to grow into self-directed learners and engaged citizens of the world.

Linda Zadik, Helios Assistant Head of School, has been instrumental in shaping the school curriculum. She is the parent of two alum and previously taught math at Helios, bringing with her a deep understanding of gifted students: what motivates them, their ideal environment, and the tools they need for success.

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Experiential learning places the student in the center of their own learning experience. Students are challenged, guided and inspired by teachers to ask meaningful questions, pursue insights and knowledge by doing. 

We know that gifted students require voice and agency in their own education. We also know that academic knowledge and intellectual talent are far more meaningful when coupled with a commitment to kindness and social justice. This value is interwoven into our program and curriculum to encourage students to use their learning to enrich the lives of both their own families and the larger community. Join us to learn more about this fun and engaging approach to teaching and learning just about anything!

Pam Clarke was Interim Head of School at Helios. She has been an educator as a teacher and head of school for over four decades in a variety of school environments since earning a BA from Vassar, an AM from Yale, and an EdM in Counseling and Consulting Psychology from Harvard.

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Gifted learners have advanced cognitive abilities but not necessarily in every area. A student may excel at math but struggle with writing or vice versa. Equally important is that they may be unusually sensitive, passionate, and emotionally intense. They have a heightened sense of awareness and a strong intellectual drive.

Perhaps, most notably, gifted children experience “asynchrony”—uneven academic, emotional and physical development. Because asynchrony is so prominent in gifted children, some professionals believe asynchronous development is the defining characteristic of giftedness. In this webinar, Dr. Jensen will share how SEL competencies help both parents and educators bridge the gap.

Anabel Jensen, SEL and Giftedness Consultant at Helios, is a pioneer in emotional intelligence education. She was previously the head at a local gifted school, and is also the President and Co-Founder of Six Seconds, The Emotional Intelligence Network, a global organization.

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