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      <image:caption>We want them to feel loved, understood and nurtured. We want their strengths to be recognised and their needs to be supported. We want them to develop confidence in who they are and, importantly, to grow up with a genuine sense of belonging. We want them to know that they are valued — not simply for what they achieve, but for who they are.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Katja Eager is an education consultant, parent advocate and founder of The Bright Line, supporting families and educators to better understand gifted and neurodivergent children. With more than 15 years of experience in gifted education in New Zealand, Katja has worked alongside parents, teachers and school leaders to improve identification, engagement, wellbeing and outcomes for children whose needs may not always be immediately understood.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Without this, you may see: Anxiety Disengagement from school Low self-esteem A sense of not belonging With the right support, however, gifted children can: Build confidence and resilience Learn to navigate challenge and imperfection Develop a strong sense of self Thrive both academically and emotionally</image:caption>
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