http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids We have checked area schools and there are few gifted programs. Computer Science classes are more for beginners even in High School. He's into programming, level design and graphic design. When any friend comes over, they want to play a video game, not learn to program. I've looked for a mentor (even just to speak "computerese" now and then). I have looked for computer clubs or groups with no luck. He's 14 so starting college is in the near future, but we'd love to find a computer friend for him (one that understands what he says) now.... Any ideas are appreciated. Thanks, Karen GreatSchools en-us KarenTC Thanks! I will tell him. He has several online computer friends. They "talk" while they are playing a game or they discuss programming in it. I'll see if I can ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=1#comment_415080 5100.415080 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 21:46:28 -0700 healthy11 Here's a previous discussion that will give you additional info on where you might find lower priced texts: http://community.greatschools.net/groups/11551/discussion/219806In fact, I invite you to "join us" in the "College and ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=1#comment_409283 5100.409283 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:18:24 -0700 KarenTC I know about the prices of books at college level. We just went on a tour of the bioenergy lab at a nearby college and the thoughtful professor gave Jeff ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=1#comment_409217 5100.409217 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 21:18:32 -0700 healthy11 Thanks for the Java resources; I'll let my son know. Of course, I have to laugh, when you talk about school books costing $30-$50 each.....my son's private high school books ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=1#comment_408996 5100.408996 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:51:36 -0700 KarenTC Yahoo (no not the company). I hope, hope, hope that AP is using keyboards by 2012. You mentioned dysgraphia. Someone had mentioned taking that route so Jeff could type on ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=1#comment_408962 5100.408962 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:07:04 -0700 healthy11 I recall reading that the College Board is planning to allow all students to keyboard by 2012, not requiring them to show special ed documentation and request accommodations...Since you've done ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=2#comment_408292 5100.408292 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 20:25:09 -0700 KarenTC Hey, thanks. I am a member of some Michigan Gifted and Talented groups but wasn't aware of OGTOC and I will sign up.I am familiar with AP exams and we ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=2#comment_408281 5100.408281 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 19:45:50 -0700 healthy11 You might be interested in contacting this poster: http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/408184/is-there-a-good-school-around-for-a-child-that-is-a-computer-nerd http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=2#comment_408215 5100.408215 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 17:26:45 -0700 healthy11 Thanks for the clarification....there was someone else recently seeking a mentor for her teen with Asperger's, who loved science, and I couldn't remember who. In view of what you've shared, ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=2#comment_408084 5100.408084 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 13:18:40 -0700 KarenTC Nope, he doesn't have Aspergers or any learning disability. He is highly gifted and with that comes more awareness and sensitivity . Finding other gifted kids is harder during school ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=2#comment_408026 5100.408026 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 11:09:22 -0700 healthy11 Where do you live? Are you trying to find a "local" person, or would an online friend be useful? In a previous posting, did you mention your son had Aspergers? ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=3#comment_408009 5100.408009 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 10:14:29 -0700 KarenTC Thanks! I did contact community colleges (one 20 minutes away and one 30 minutes away), but the problem is that he doesn't drive yet. I may start to look into ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=3#comment_407874 5100.407874 Sat, 18 Apr 2009 22:20:30 -0700 MagnetMom Hi KarenTC,Have you tried your local community college? Often community colleges allow high school students to take courses with permission of their high school counselors. They'll likely have some kind ... http://community.greatschools.net/q-and-a/407868/Our-son-is-gifted-teen-and-a-computer-geekguru-lovingly-and-respectfully-said-How-do-we-find-computer-kids?cpage=3#comment_407872 5100.407872 Sat, 18 Apr 2009 21:55:04 -0700