Science & Arts Academy Hosts Virtual Parent Education Event

Science & Arts Academy (SAA), an independent school for gifted students in Des Plaines, is hosting a live virtual event as part of their "Snapshot" event series aimed at providing free and quick 30-minute educational events for parents.

SAA invites parents to "Understanding the Process of IQ Testing" on Thursday, February 18 from 10:00am - 10:30am CT.

IQ testing helps parents identify a child's unique needs and talents. Guest speaker and local psychologist Dr. Vinita Bhojwani-Patel will help parents learn about the process of IQ testing and explain both the various cognitive domain areas used to determine IQ, as well as the different subtests within the domain areas. She will also discuss achievement versus ability in children and the limitations of IQ testing.

Director of Enrollment Mindy Hildebrandt has hosted three other "Snapshot" events this school year and plans to continue bringing timely topics and expert speakers to our local community. "Our teachers and administrators, as well as professionals in our area, have so much to share yet parents don't often have enough time. Our 30-minute events allow us to provide a rich educational experience to families in a manner they can work into daily life. We want to do what we can to help parents navigate the world of a gifted student."

Parents are invited to register in advance at scienceandartsacademy.org/events.