BLURG!!!!

I need a venue to let off some steam. I work in a school as the coordinator of the gifted program. Why is it that staff members constantly come to me to complain about how unfair they think the parameters of the program are? Why do I always have to hear their negative opinions of gifted learners and why do I have to go toe to toe with these "professionals" on a regular basis? I feel like they are communicating "Why do we need this program? Why are you here?" I am an advocate for the gifted learner who is a member of a specialized and unique population within our school systems. They are entitled to receive modifications in their instruction that will push them beyond mediocrity. Why is it that these "professionals" I work with are completely supportive with modifications for special needs learners but against modifying for the gifted learner. Both students need their instruction enhanced to help them learn new things on a daily basis. Is it my fault that some teachers are lacking the drive, passion, and skill set to help ignite a passion for learning in these gifted learners? This particular age is a difficult time for the students, and it is difficult for some adults to relate to kids at this stage. These middle years are tough on everyone, but that doesn't mean the gifted learner doesn't deserve anything less than an academic challenge and some compassion.
I wish that there were more open minded individuals who work towards solving problems instead of complaining about them.
Amanda