If your child has been tested and given the 2e designation, you may have many questions about that and how to help them. You may also want to determine if the school you chose to send them to is equipped to handle their special needs. 

We understand that, so we have pulled together some of the info that will be helpful as a parent of a 2e learner.  

2e Learner – What Does It Mean?

When you hear this term, it may be something foreign to you. Perhaps you are more familiar with “gifted with special education needs.” 

These learners have a gift for certain subjects but have been diagnosed with ADHD, dyslexia, or any of several learning disabilities. Such kids are also known as “twice-exceptional,” hence 2e. 

How They Are Identified

The government has laws that are put in place to protect learners identified as disabled. School districts across the country must assess kids to see if they fall into the twice-exceptional category. 

Unfortunately, the funding is not always there, so educators are often the first individuals who recognize the signs that your child might be 2e. It will take more than one test to determine your kid’s standing regarding this assessment. 

Ways To Help Your Child

No matter what your learner is dealing with (ADHD, dyslexia, etc.), there are ways that you can help them in unison with the staff and educators at the school. Making sure to stay in communication is one of the best ways to help your child. 

Another way is to encourage your child to make friends with other 2e learners. This will allow them to build relationships with other kids who share their challenges. 

Question Checklist

• What is your definition of a gifted and talented learner? 
• When are gifted and talented learners evaluated for identification? How do you measure it? 
• Do you have a particular program for twice-exceptional (2e) understudies? 
• What kind of guidance do you offer for 2e learners? 
• Do you have professors who are trained to handle 2e kids? 
• What improvement exercises do you offer for gifted kids? 
• Do 2e kids regularly have access to accommodation via an IEP or 504 plan? 
• How would you offer emotional support to 2e kids? 
• What assistance do you offer kids who are flourishing in certain areas and struggling with others? 
• How would you propose to utilize your 2e learner’s abilities to deal with challenges? 
• Do you have any assets to assist me with figuring out how you support 2e kids? 
• How am I able to assist you in understanding my kid’s needs? 

Concluding Thoughts

Once you have a good grasp of all the info and what to ask, you can make sure the school has the right systems and tools to help your 2e learner. Hopefully, all this info has been helpful.