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Wednesday, December 4
 

11:00am CST

Gifted Onboarding: An Intentional Approach to Helping Gifted Learners and Their Families Understand the Gifted Journey
Wednesday December 4, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Imagine starting a new job and feeling a bit lost in the shuffle. What if you didn’t even know why you were there? In this session, learn how Gifted Onboarding can help gifted learners and their families understand what giftedness is, what it isn’t, and what they can expect from gifted services.
Speakers
avatar for Andi McNair

Andi McNair

GT Specialists, ESC Region 12
Andi was a classroom teacher for 16 years before pursuing her passion to change education by sharing practical ways to engage and empower today’s learners.  She is now a published author, international speaker, gifted education specialist and digital innovation specialist at ESC... Read More →
Wednesday December 4, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Salon E (3rd Floor)

3:15pm CST

The Struggle Is Real: Valuing Productive Struggle
Wednesday December 4, 2024 3:15pm - 4:15pm CST
Ditch the myth of “math people” by emphasizing the value of productive struggle in learning. Learn how to foster a positive math identity in students as they grapple with challenging problems, ultimately leading to deeper mathematical understanding. Explore strategies to build supportive communities, plan effective lessons, and reflect on teaching practices.
Speakers
avatar for Alyssa Hanna

Alyssa Hanna

Sales Executive-Central South, Art of Problem Solving
With 11 years of experience and a Masters in Teacher Leadership, my enthusiasm for education is evident. I have partnered with educators to strategically design and execute cross-curricular lesson plans aligned with state standards. My passion lies in leveraging critical thinking... Read More →
Wednesday December 4, 2024 3:15pm - 4:15pm CST
Pearl 3 (2nd Floor)

3:15pm CST

Teaching Strategies for Enhancing Thinking and Feeling: A Curricular Model of Confluence [Secondary Focus]
Wednesday December 4, 2024 3:15pm - 4:45pm CST
Strategies for helping gifted students integrate cognitive and affective processes while learning academic content will be the focus of this session. Participants will evaluate and improve a set of strategies designed to stimulate confluent thinking and leave the session armed with concrete strategies for differentiating thinking processes for diverse learners.
Speakers
avatar for Joyce Miller, Ph.D.

Joyce Miller, Ph.D.

Professor Curriculum and Instruction, Texas A&M University Commerce
Joyce E. Kyle Miller, holds the doctorate in Supervision, Curriculum and Instruction and has completed post-doctoral education in Gifted Education at the University of North Texas and the University of Connecticut-Storrs. Dr. Miller developed the gifted and talented graduate program... Read More →
avatar for Connie Phelps

Connie Phelps

Gifted Program Director & Professor, Emporia State University
avatar for Shaunise Robinson, Ed.D.

Shaunise Robinson, Ed.D.

Owner, Poised for Success
​​Shaunise Pelts Robinson earned her Bachelor’s degree in Special Education and a Master’s degree in Educational Administration. She holds the doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction department at Texas A&M University-Commerce. She has experience as an elementary special... Read More →
Wednesday December 4, 2024 3:15pm - 4:45pm CST
Conference Room 8 (3rd Floor)
 
Thursday, December 5
 

8:00am CST

Growing Beyond the "Yet" of Motivation Science and Mindset: Practical Techniques
Thursday December 5, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Many of us adopted “growth mindset” (Dweck, 2006); but motivation science has grown significantly over recent decades! Combining lessons from peer-reviewed texts (Dweck, Dixon, & Gross, 2023; Bong, Reeve, & Kim, 2023) with practical techniques, this session will bottom-line the what, why, and how behind building resilience and self-efficacy.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Mattingly

Nicole Mattingly

Doctoral Candidate (ABD), University of North Texas
Nicole Mattingly, M.A., is a Doctoral Candidate (ABD) in Educational Psychology at the University of North Texas, and a certified SENG Community Group Facilitator. A former Instructor and biochemical researcher at University of Colorado and a parent to two 2e/PG children, Nicole’s... Read More →
Thursday December 5, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Pearl 2 (2nd Floor)

8:00am CST

Procrastination, Perfectionism, and Paralysis
Thursday December 5, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Gifted, advanced, and twice-exceptional students present great challenges. Perfectionist or procrastinator? Lack of skill or lack of motivation? Underachiever or non-producer? This engaging session will explore some of the factors that inhibit student performance in the classroom and look at some solutions to help students reach their potential.
Speakers
avatar for Greg Reeves

Greg Reeves

Gifted Specialist, Think Big Learning
Gregory Reeves is a gifted education specialist for Think Big Learning. He has spent 33 years in education as a Latin and English teacher, G/T coordinator, and department chairman. Greg recently retired as the English Language Arts and G/T education specialist at the Region 17 Education... Read More →
avatar for Tobi McMillan

Tobi McMillan

Co-owner, Think Big Learning
www.thinkbiglearning.net
Thursday December 5, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Conference Room 20/21 (3rd Floor)

11:00am CST

I'm Just G/T: The Many Faces of Gifted and Talented Students
Thursday December 5, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
The goal is to examine the domains and characteristics of G/T students in discovering that there is no one "cookie-cutter" G/T student and that each student is unique. Participants will leave the session with urgency to leave behind stereotypes and to better identify the many faces of G/T students.
Speakers
avatar for Ginger Canaan

Ginger Canaan

GT Consultant K-12, ESC Region 7
With over 20 years of classroom experience and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction, Ginger has dedicated her career to education. As a Region 7 G/T Specialist, she has a deep passion for supporting 2E and EB gifted students. Ginger also works with instructional coaches to empower... Read More →
avatar for Steven Hammons

Steven Hammons

Social Studies and GT Consultant, Region 8 ESC
Steve has been in education for over 30 years and has served in several capacities in providing educational services to advanced learners as both a teacher and administrator. He presently serves as the K-12 GT consultant at Region 8 ESC in Mount Pleasant, Texas.
Thursday December 5, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Southtown 3 (2nd Floor)

11:00am CST

Does Your Curriculum Support the Whole Gifted Child?
Thursday December 5, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Research indicates that schools can improve academic achievement when they support gifted learners’ cognitive and affective characteristics. This session will highlight the goals and components of an affective curriculum and provide examples to illustrate direct and indirect learning connections to support the whole gifted child in the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Debi Torres

Debi Torres

Doctoral Student, Baylor University
Debi K. Torres is a doctoral student in the Educational Psychology Gifted and Talented Program at Baylor University. Debi was as a former GT teacher and gifted education coordinator for the Austin ISD. She has presented at state and national gifted education and educational research... Read More →
Thursday December 5, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Pearl 2 (2nd Floor)

11:00am CST

Empowered But Exasperated: Nurturing Executive Function and Mental Health in Gifted Kids
Thursday December 5, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
If you work in any capacity with gifted students and their families, you've heard the age-old gripe, "Are you sure they're gifted?" from teachers who cite executive function challenges as evidence for exiting gifted students. Here's the thing: Research supports the notion that gifted students are more likely to struggle with executive function due to the nature of their neurodiversity. Discover actionable insights in this essential conference session tailored for educators and administrators as we delve into the complexities of nurturing executive function and mental health in gifted children who often grapple with unique challenges despite their exceptional abilities. From identifying early signs of executive function struggles to implementing effective strategies for support, this session offers a comprehensive roadmap for fostering holistic well-being in gifted learners. Gain practical tools and techniques to empower and uplift gifted students, ensuring they thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Don't miss this opportunity to transform frustration into empowerment and cultivate a culture of resilience and understanding in your school communities.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Erika Lucas, Ed.D

Dr. Erika Lucas, Ed.D

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 →
Thursday December 5, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Salon A/B (3rd Floor)

11:00am CST

Voices of LGBTQ and Gifted Students: What They Need from Teachers
Thursday December 5, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Stories from LGBTQ gifted students will be shared. High school graduates were interviewed to understand what unique challenges are facing our LGBTQ gifted students in public schools. Participants will also hear about strategies and approaches to implement to help these students.
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Rudolph

Amanda Rudolph

Professor, Stephen F. Austin State University
Amanda M. Rudolph is a profess at Stephen F. Austin State University. She works in the graduate and undergraduate programs and teaches the gifted education coursework. She has served TAGT on the TEMPO editorial board, the Advocacy committee, the Parent Resource committee and is currently... Read More →
Thursday December 5, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Conference Room 8 (3rd Floor)

1:30pm CST

Inspiring Self-Determination Through Invention Education
Thursday December 5, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CST
As we continue to explore creative ways to engage students, educators look to Invention Education as effective teaching strategies empowering students with more relevant learning. Educators who create environments that are conducive to self-determination help students feel greater levels of satisfaction, more engaged and invested in what they’re learning.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Fiew

Jessica Fiew

Regional Program Manager, National Inventors Hall of Fame
Former educator with a wealth of experience and expertise in the field of education. I dedicated eight impactful years to White Settlement ISD, where I taught 3rd and 4th grade, as well as led the Gifted and Talented K-4 program and served as the STEM Coordinator. My passion for advancing... Read More →
Thursday December 5, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CST
Southtown 3 (2nd Floor)

4:30pm CST

Unlocking Potential: How Your Students Can Change the World
Thursday December 5, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
Discover how to ignite your gifted students and spark a passion for real-world change! This session equips you with real-world strategies to cultivate creativity, problem-solving, and leveraging local issues for project-based learning, empowering students to become changemakers in their communities and motivating students, including underachievers.
Speakers
avatar for Robin Johnson

Robin Johnson

Doctoral Candidate, University of North Texas
Robin Johnson is a Doctoral Candidate in Educational Psychology at UNT specializing in Gifted Education. Her research investigates the transformative potential of place-based education for gifted students in small, rural school districts. Leveraging her 26 years of experience as a... Read More →
avatar for Grizelle Larriviel

Grizelle Larriviel

UNT Doctoral Candidate, Irving ISD
Grizelle Larriviel, a Doctoral Candidate in Educational Psychology at UNT, studies gifted education while inspiring young minds in Irving ISD. Her research fuses Vygotsky and Bronfenbrenner's theories to empower CLED students in gifted programs and their teachers. Passionate about... Read More →
Thursday December 5, 2024 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
Pearl 1 (2nd Floor)
 
Friday, December 6
 

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 Dr. Erika Lucas, Ed.D

Dr. Erika Lucas, Ed.D

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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