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Friday, December 6
 

8:00am CST

Setting Up Innovation Labs to Actively Engage Students
Friday December 6, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CST
In this session, participants will hear from gifted specialists and how they implemented an enrichment/innovation lab for their campuses. The campuses range in economic status so the participants see how this can be done with various levels of support.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Weiss

Jessica Weiss

G/T Specialist, Leander iSD
Jessica received her degree in Early Childhood Development from The University of Texas at Austin and immediately began her career in education teaching in Leander ISD. Jessica is currently in her 15th year of teaching and has taught multiple grade levels.This is Jessica’s third... Read More →
avatar for Jennifer Cooper

Jennifer Cooper

G/T Specialist, Leander ISD
I have been in gifted education for 12 years. I co created the AIM gifted program in Manor ISD and was the lead gifted elementary coordinator while there. I have since moved to Leander ISD where I teach their gifted program known as QUEST. I have been a member of TAGT's Advocacy and... Read More →
avatar for Kathryn Gardiol

Kathryn Gardiol

Coordinator of Advanced Programs, Leander ISD
Kathryn Gardiol is the current Coordinator of Advanced Programs in Leander ISD, bringing nearly two decades of experience in education to her role. She began her career as a third-grade classroom teacher and has dedicated the past 12 years to serving as a Gifted and Talented (GT... Read More →
Friday December 6, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Salon A/B (3rd Floor)

9:30am CST

Demystifying Giftedness: Unveiling the Soul of the Gifted Learner for the Sake of Student Mental Health
Friday December 6, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Demystification was a practice originally reserved for students supported in special education used to empower students to be self-advocates. Join Dr. Erika Lucas for an enlightening session on how we can use this same practice with gifted students as we delve into the essence of giftedness, unraveling the intricacies that define the soul of the gifted learner. In this empowering conference session, we will explore how understanding the unique characteristics of giftedness can profoundly impact student mental health and well-being. From uncovering the challenges they face to identifying strategies for support and empowerment, this session is designed to equip participants with strategies and resources needed to nurture the holistic development of gifted learners through demystification. Don't miss this opportunity to foster a culture of understanding and support in your educational communities.
Speakers
avatar for Erika Lucas

Erika Lucas

Teacher, Unlocking EF
Dr. Erika Lucas brings over a decade of teaching experience in Pennsylvania's public school system, with a significant portion of her career dedicated to nurturing the minds of gifted middle school students and collaborating closely with their families. Her recent doctoral journey... Read More →
Friday December 6, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Salon A/B (3rd Floor)
 
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