A non-profit Community and Advocacy group for Gifted Education in District 220
Upcoming Events
Stay Tuned!
We have a strong pipeline of events in the works for parents - and kids! - across our community.
Keep an eye out for updates on these upcoming programs, and be sure to save the date.
Upcoming Events
March 11, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 PM
Charting Your Course: Applying to Competitive Colleges
A conversation with Dr. Alice Kelikian, Emerita Professor at Brandeis University and Oxford D.Phil. graduate, offering practical strategies for navigating today’s competitive college admissions process. (Location TBD) Register here: https://www.bcgt220.org/event-details/charting-your-course-a-conversation-with-dr-alice-kelikian-on-applying-to-competitive-colleges
April 6, 2026 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Canva Design Workshop
A hands-on session where students learn to create engaging digital designs and presentations.
Register here: https://www.bcgt220.org/event-details/maker-lab-class-canva-design-workshop
April 15, 2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Lego Robotics Lab (WeDo & SPIKE Kits) — Sold Out
Join us for a hands-on robotics experience for grades 1–3! Students will explore early coding concepts using LEGO WeDo and SPIKE kits in a collaborative, engaging environment–Space is limited.
April 18, 2026 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Parents Night Out (BCGT 1st Fundraiser)
Treat your child to a fun night of building and coding at BCGT’s first-ever fundraiser at Code Ninjas—while you enjoy a night out. Register here:https://cn.mystudio.io/e/?=CNHoffman1710/348/315270//1770319846
Connecting
Some of our signature events include family game night, parent mixers and kick-off to the school year. We look forward to bringing our community together!
Career Exploration
Opportunities for students to hear from professions about a variety of careers. If you are interested in sharing your expertise with our students, please contact us!
Wisdom
Bringing experts to parents, students, and staff to enhance their emotional and social intelligence and develop cognitive flexibility and growth mindset
BHS Transition
A panel of Barrington High School students. A moderated discussion gives current 8th graders insight into how to navigate classes and schedules at BHS.
Monthly Meetings
Board Meetings
BCGT holds a monthly board meeting from September through May.
If you are interested in joining our Board, please contact us at bcgt220@gmail.com
Community Connections
The BCGT board and liaisons meet once a month to discuss topics such as:
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Updates from Kelly Haradon, Director of Learning Services
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Teacher Grants
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Upcoming BCGT-sponsored events
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Roundtable discussions on what's happening in the Extended community