There are many reasons for buying membership in an affiliate organization. The best reason would be to see something positive happen for gifted children.

You will also gain:

• cooperation with people to accomplish goals you cannot do alone.
• informational meetings and activities for the whole family.
• one strong voice speaking for gifted education to our legislators.
• information network that expands beyond your immediate area.
• help and leadership from the Alliance, the parent organization, at all stages of your organization-beginning, rejuvenation, celebration!
• resources for you and your members.
• annual conference with national and international speakers, plus lots of local practical speakers - with reduced fee for members.
• regional conferences and opportunities planned with affiliates, lSDs.
• the newsletter Images four times a year plus important mailings.
• mini-grants for teachers and students to expand their personal horizons and encourage development of gifted programs.
• support and guidance from parents who have "been there, done that".
• awareness that programs cannot go away-there are always students who will need support for the development of their talents.
• discounts for membership in the Michigan Alliance; affiliates could have a sale of books? other? with a discount for members.
• happenings for children and families through your local affiliate.

IF YOU WANT SOME ACTION...

Be there...

Be cooperative...

Be positive...

Don't go away!