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Does your identification process match your service design? Why does this matter? Selecting identification tools that are cost and time effective while easy to use matters. However, if these tools do not match the service design, then why identify students? In this session, learn how to check your G/T alignment.

NASA has myriad programs to engage K-12 students throughout the school year and into the summer. HAS, ADC, SPARX and many other amazing acronymic possibilities await to challenge and dive deeper into STEM with your G/T students. This session will not be just a random list of resources. The presenter will focus on those opportunities relevant to the participants who show up and make sure you leave with resources, and materials that you can plug directly into your curriculum.

Explore how technology can be used to differentiate content for gifted students. This session provides educators with practical tech tools and strategies to create personalized and challenging learning experiences.

The Texas Education Agency and Commissioner's Advisory Council on G/T Education (CAC) will provide program updates. Topics included legislative updates, equity in identification, program options, student growth, and parental involvement.

Before young researchers can complete an organized presentation showing depth of understanding, they must ask/refine open-ended questions, glean the most relevant information, and be able to present their findings in a coherent way. Let's dive into strategic writing skills and techniques that will make a noticeable impact on their product!

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.

Does your campus or district struggle to meet the needs of your secondary gifted learners in a meaningful way? Come explore the transformative impact of Independent Study Mentorship (ISM), an innovative course offered by TEA, that empowers gifted juniors and seniors to pursue personalized learning experiences with community mentors.  The second half of this session will include a student panel so you can hear directly from them about their experience and impact of their learning.

In this personalized learning experience, ESC specialists from around the state will lead conversations, share ideas, and introduce strategies on specific topics through a timed rotation model. From emergent bilinguals to differentiation to family/community involvement, this session promises to address the needs of gifted learners from different perspectives.

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.

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.