SHOP, or Search Handicapped Outreach Program, identifies gifted/learning-disabled students, develops enrichment activities using J. Renzulli's Triad Model, and implements effective delivery models to provide an environment in which the students can utilize their strengths and interact with gifted peers. (JDD)

The article describes programs serving previously unsuccessful students (grades K-8) who are gifted and/or learning disabled at the ASSETS School in Hawaii. Briefly covered are the ASSETS program/service components in the behavioral and social emotional areas, assessment, documentation, program evaluation, parent input/education; curriculum,…

A Javits Grant Project of the Montgomery County (Maryland) Public Schools uncovers the strengths and gifts of traditionally underserved primary-level gifted children. The program design celebrates the multiple intelligences of children with economic disadvantage, limited English ability, or learning disabilities. (JDD)