Cheltenham Association for Gifted Education

The Cheltenham Association for Gifted Education (CAGE) is an organization of parents, teachers, educators, other professionals and community members who collaborate to address the unique needs of children and youth with demonstrated gifts and talents as well as those children who may be able to develop their talent potential with appropriate educational experiences. We support policies and practices that encourage and respond to the diverse expression of gifts and talents in children and youth from all cultures, racial and ethnic backgrounds, and socioeconomic groups within the Cheltenham School District. CAGE supports and engages in advocacy, communication, and collaboration with other organizations and agencies that strive for excellence in the quality of education for all students.

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Free Film & Discussion Event: Roald Dahl’s "Matilda"

March 10th, 2008

CAGE Invites Families to the 2nd Annual Film & Discussion Event:
Roald Dahl’s “Matilda”
Starring: Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Mara Wilson, Embeth Davidtz & Pam Ferris

Thursday
April 10th
6:30 PM
Elkins Park School Auditorium
After the film, the audience will be invited to a discussion of gifted
learning themes.
Matilda Click for a Printable Flier

In this exaggerated comedy, a precocious young girl
constantly experiences frustration with her anti-
intellectual family who does not appreciate her love of
learning. … When Matilda’s parents finally allow her to
attend school, she is initially intimidated by the
autocratic principal, Ms. Trunchbull, but she is enthralled
with the opportunity to socialize with other children and
to begin learning. Her classroom teacher, Miss Honey,
recognizes Matilda’s advanced intellect, and together
the two build a close relationship…. The comical
qualities of this film are sure to keep the complete
attention of young children. Though the content of the
movie is preposterous, the film’s message that
children’s intellectual abilities should be appreciated and
nurtured is an appropriate one for guided viewing
sessions. Additionally, this film would be useful in
addressing gifted elementary school children’s need to
find friends who identify with their intellect.

- Fostering the social and emotional development of
gifted children through guided viewing of film.
Thomas P. Hébert and Kristie L. Speirs Neumeister.
November 2003.
From Roeper Review, 2002 Fall.