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Wednesday, December 4
 

8:00am CST

Policy as a Vehicle for Achieving Equitable Systems of Support
Wednesday December 4, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Robust policies provide a framework for identification and services. These policies should define opportunities for all students. Despite best intentions, twice-exceptional learners are often left out of the equation. We will discuss the characteristics of equitable policies before examining several real-life examples to see if they make the grade.
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Wendy Behrens

State Director of Gifted Education, Minnesota Department of Education
Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. Her work focuses on creating an equitable infrastructure supporting gifted, talented and high potential learners through policy, advocacy, and teacher training. She has authored several books... Read More →
Wednesday December 4, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Pearl 1 (2nd Floor)

11:00am CST

The Digital Leap: Modernizing Gifted Education Identification Processes
Wednesday December 4, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Join Goose Creek ISD and Project Education for an innovative session on advancing gifted and talented education, led by Dr. Shannon Ramirez, GT Coordinator of Advanced Academics and Special Projects at Goose Creek ISD and Alicia Bergeron Director of Implementation for Project Education. Dive into The Digital Leap: Modernizing Gifted Education Processes, where you'll explore how to transition from traditional methods to dynamic digital solutions to manage GT programs.

Discover actionable strategies, gain valuable insights, and access best practices that make digital transformation seamless and effective. Whether you're at the beginning of your digital journey or looking to enhance existing efforts, this session will empower you to embrace the future of education with confidence and creativity. Don't miss this chance to elevate your GT program and lead the way in modern education!
Speakers
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Alicia Bergeron

Director of Implementation Services, Project Education
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Shannon Ramirez

Advanced Academics Coordinator, Goose Creek CISD
Wednesday December 4, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Pearl 1 (2nd Floor)

3:15pm CST

Consciously Connecting to the Quantitative Strengths of G/T Readers
Wednesday December 4, 2024 3:15pm - 4:15pm CST
Developing quantitative reasoning in all content areas leads GT readers to deeper, richer thinking. A fast-paced session that defines and has educators practice quantitative strategies. Educators can quickly implement these unique strategies that will inspire GT readers to engage in very different critical thinking while interacting with text.
Speakers
avatar for Marla Caviness-French

Marla Caviness-French

Gifted and Talented Resource Teacher, Jeffco Public Schools
Marla Caviness-French has been a public education teacher for 34 years - 14 as a secondary social studies and language arts teacher, 9 as a teacher librarian, and 11 as a Gifted and Talented Resource teacher. Marla is the CogAT Coordinator for the Jeffco Public Schools (96 schools... Read More →
Wednesday December 4, 2024 3:15pm - 4:15pm CST
Pearl 1 (2nd Floor)
 
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