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  • Friday, Nov 14th
    8:00 AM - 9:00 AM ET
    Navigating Complexity: Guiding Students with Systems Thinking for Global Challenges
    Location: Convention Center, 302/303
    Emily L. Mofield, EdD – Lipscomb University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    1 is Good, 2 is Better: Professional Learning for Differentiation with the Option to Co-teach
    Location: Convention Center, 306/307
    Ashley Y. Carpenter (she/her/hers) – William & Mary's Center for Gifted Education
    Kelly L. Kearney – University of Connecticut
    Del Siegle – University of Connecticut
    Kenneth J. Wright, PhD – Talcott Mountain Academy
    Mei Zheng (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    2e Tip Sheets: Empowering All Teachers to Support Twice-Exceptional Students
    Location: Convention Center, 302/303
    Katie Schabilion, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Iowa Belin-Blank Center
    Randy W. Lange, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Iowa Belin-Blank Center
    Paige Carlson – University of Iowa Belin-Blank Center
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Accelerating Excellence: AI as a Partner in Gifted Education
    Location: Convention Center, 315/316
    Patrice Semicek, MS (she/her/hers) – Montgomery County Intermediate Unit
    Andrew Kuhn – Montgomery County Intermediate Unit
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Batwoman’s My Hero! How Gifted LGBTQ+ Youth Find Identity & Pride in Pop Culture
    Location: Convention Center, 327
    Doug Alexander, MA, NBCT (he/him/his) – Boulder Valley School District
    Jonathan Jones (he/him/his) – Open Window School for Gifted Students
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Beyond Boredom - Enhancing Passion Projects Through Intentional Wandering
    Location: Convention Center, 403/404/405
    Nathan Ayers, MS – Amphitheater School District
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Build the Tallest…Wait, Why??- Reimagining Tried and True Favorites with Relevancy
    Location: Convention Center, 411/412
    Teagan Taylor (she/her/hers) – Gaston County Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Find Strength in Unity: How Rural and Remote Districts Form Consortia to Build Strong Programs
    Location: Convention Center, 304/305
    Kristin Baker (she/her/hers) – Warren County Consortium for Student Enrichment
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    IN:OUT—A Dynamic Approach to Spot English Learner Potential/Talent as Soon as Monday Morning
    Location: Convention Center, 301
    Susan Dulong Langley, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    John P. Burrell – University of Connecticut
    Talbot S. Hook, MAT – University of Georgia at Athens
    Celeste DC Sodergren, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Marcy D. Voss – Seidlitz Education and J Taylor Education
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Leading the Way: How States and Local Leaders Can Move the Needle for Equity & Excellence
    Location: Convention Center, Ballroom BC
    Mark Schwingle, PhD (he/him/his) – Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
    Sneha Shah-Coltrane – NC Department of Public Instruction
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    MTSS, IEPs, & AI - Oh My!: Problem-solving & Possibility Finding for 2E Learners
    Location: Convention Center, 407
    Sheyanne S. Smith – Nebraska Department of Education
    Claire E. Hughes – Cleveland State University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Revisiting the Williams Cube With AI for Educational Engineering in Gifted Education
    Location: Convention Center, 319
    Connie Phelps – Emporia State
    Joyce Miller, PhD (she/her/hers) – Texas A&M-Commerce
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Standards-Based Instruction Isn't a Game--or Is It? Engaging Gifted Learners Through Games
    Location: Convention Center, 408/409/410
    Cynthia DePalma, EdD (she/her/hers) – Tulsa Public Schools
    Dan DePalma (he/him/his) – Tulsa Public Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Steel-Strong Foundations: Building Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships
    Location: Convention Center, 330
    Katherine Rottjakob Bryda (she/her/hers) – Rockwood School District
    Jessica Harris (she/her/hers) – Henrico County Public Schools
    Cheryll M. Adams (she/her/hers) – Ball State University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    The Power of Belonging: Strategies to Reduce Anxiety and Affirm Potential
    Location: Convention Center, 329
    Elizabeth B. Joyce (she/her/hers) – Warren County (KY) Public Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Triarchic Theory of Intelligence: Putting It to Work in the Classroom
    Location: Convention Center, 317/318
    Rupa Narayanan – The Ohio State University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Astonish, Amaze, and Aspire: Connecting Wonder and Creativity in Gifted Learning
    Location: Convention Center, 317/318
    Ellen Kolonoski (she/her/hers) – Kittatinny Regional High School
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Beyond A,B,C and 1,2,3: Meeting the Needs of Advanced and Gifted Little Learners
    Location: Convention Center, 330
    Heather Groff (she/her/hers) – Douglas County School District
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Collaborate and Connect: Bridging the Gap Between Gen-Ed and Gifted Teachers
    Location: Convention Center, 304/305
    Pamela E. Rau (she/her/hers) – University of Central Florida/Brevard Public Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Distinguished Scholar Session: Some Thoughts and Recommendations for Researchers of Giftedness
    Location: Convention Center, 407
    Michael S. Matthews (he/him/his) – University of North Carolina at Charlotte
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    From Textures to Temperatures: Supporting Sensory Needs in Gifted and 2e Learners
    Location: Convention Center, Ballroom BC
    Emily Kircher-Morris (she/her/hers) – Neurodiversity Podcast
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    How Blockbridge Increased Identification of Historically Underrepresented Groups by 16x
    Location: Convention Center, 301
    Austina De Bonte, Ed.D. (she/her/hers) – WA Coalition for Gifted Education
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    I Have a Good Question, So Now What?
    Location: Convention Center, 408/409/410
    Tamra Stambaugh, PhD – Whitworth University
    Catherine A. Little, PhD – University of Connecticut
    Casey Hogan (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Increasing Low-Cost Flexible Enrichment OpportunitiesThrough A Unique Model of Success
    Location: Convention Center, 329
    Lisa A. Jobe – Sequoia Gifted and Creative, LLC
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Take the LEAP into Differentiating Instruction
    Location: Convention Center, 411/412
    Jessica LaFollette (she/her/hers) – Piper Unified School District
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    The Agency to Think: Encouraging a Community of Thinkers in Secondary Classrooms
    Location: Convention Center, 315/316
    Felicia A. Dixon (she/her/hers) – Ball State University
    Mason T. Fulton – Yorktown School Corporation
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Transforming Teacher Practice: Creating Professional Learning for the Gifted Standards
    Location: Convention Center, 403/404/405
    Michelle Buchanan, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Central Arkansas
    Jessica Potts (she/her/hers) – Davidson Academy Online
    Amy McShane – Allegheny Intermediate Unit
    Charlton Wolfgang (he/him/his) – Millersville University
    Cailin Carlson – Mineola UFSD
    Katie Coder (she/her/hers) – Oak Harbor Schools
    Laurie J. Croft (she/her/hers) – Belin-Blank Center
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Unlocking Potential: A Guide to Supporting Gifted Dyslexic Children
    Location: Convention Center, 327
    Cynthia Allen-Fuss (she/her/hers) – Childrens Dyslexia Centers, Inc
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Using TOPS to Increase Identification of Ethnically and Linguistically Diverse Students
    Location: Convention Center, 302/303
    German A. Diaz – Milwaukee Public Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Acceleration Myths: What Administrators and Advocates Need to Know
    Location: Convention Center, 304/305
    Hannah Kaptur – Coatesville Area School District
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Bite Size Arts Integration Strategies to Have Your Learners Wanting More
    Location: Convention Center, 327
    Amanda O'Neil – DORAL ACADEMY CACTUS
    Barbara Bobbie Parmann (she/her/hers) – Doral Academy Cactus
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Build It and They Will Come: Being a Champion for Gifted Students
    Location: Convention Center, 401/402
    Kelly Lomax – University of Mobile
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Empowering 2e Learner Success: Theory to Practice with NEST2eLearner Framework
    Location: Convention Center, 319
    Lin Lim (she/her/hers) – Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted
    Gayle G. Bentley (she/her/hers) – The Bentley Center
    Julie Halpert (she/her/hers) – Durham Public Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    From Hesitation to Imagination: Unlocking Creative Potential in the Classroom
    Location: Convention Center, 317/318
    Shannon McDonald (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Jimmy Wilson (he/him/his) – University of Connecticut
    Mei Zheng (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Gifted May Not Mean Easy: Exploring Central Auditory Processing Disorder and Giftedness.
    Location: Convention Center, 330
    Hilary K. Wisdom, Au.D. – Able Kids Foundation
    Megan E. Locke, AuD – Able Kids Foundation
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    It’s Your Choice: A Differentiation Celebration!
    Location: Convention Center, 411/412
    Vanessa Heller (she/her/hers) – Tri-County GATE Council
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Moving Beyond the Checklist: Inclusive Gifted Placement with the Gifted SWOT Analysis
    Location: Convention Center, 301
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Nurturing the Creativity of the Gifted Educator
    Location: Convention Center, 403/404/405
    Cyndi Burnett, BFA, MS, EdD (she/her/hers) – Creativity in Education
    Matthew Worwood – University of Connecticut
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    One State’s Journey Toward Expanding Excellence
    Location: Convention Center, 407
    Sneha Shah-Coltrane – NC Department of Public Instruction
    Elizabeth G. Cross, MEd – North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
    Matt Makel – University of Calgary
    Stephanie R. Cyrus, MSA (she/her/hers) – North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
    Crissy P. Brown (she/her/hers) – North Carolina DPI
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Reading Reimagined: Guiding Gifted Readers Through Inquiry and Insight
    Location: Convention Center, 408/409/410
    Ali Murray (she/her/hers) – Deer Valley Unified School District
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Seeing Double, Triple, and Beyond: Fostering Empathy Through a Kaleidoscope of Perspectives
    Location: Convention Center, Ballroom BC
    Justin Mitchell – Simpson County Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Studies on the Role of Insider Knowledge for STEM Experts and Aspiring STEM Adolescents
    Location: Convention Center, 406
    Paula M. Olszewski-Kubilius – Center for Talent Development Northwestern University
    Rena F. Subotnik – University of California, Berkeley
    Frank C. Worrell – University of California, Berkeley
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    The National Research Center on Advanced Education: Plans and Aspirations
    Location: Convention Center, 329
    Jonathan A. Plucker, PhD – Johns Hopkins University
    Keri M. Guilbault – Johns Hopkins University
    Karen Rambo-Hernandez – Texas A&M
    Sheyanne S. Smith – Nebraska Department of Education
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Friday, Nov 14th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Welcome to the Neighborhood - of Allies: Supporting ALL Gifted Students in the Neighborhood
    Location: Convention Center, 320/321
    Anne Gray, PhD (she/her/hers) – Northern New Mexico College
    Erinn Fears Floyd, PhD – Equity and Excellence in Education, LLC
    Jolene Teske, EdD (she/her/hers) – Belin-Blank Center
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Blending Rigor and Opportunities for Gifted Learners
    Location: Convention Center, 329
    Susan J. Renner (she/her/hers) – University High School Tolleson AZ
    Tyler Hill (he/him/his) – University High School Tolleson AZ
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Building Constellations: Growing Professional Learning by Creating Smart Partnerships
    Location: Convention Center, 301
    Christopher Vian (he/him/his) – New Mexico Public Education Department
    Kate Morris, MEd (she/her/hers) – Central Consolidated School District & NM CES/TAP
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Do Our Worlds Align? Bridging Student and Teacher Perceptions of Gifted Learners
    Location: Convention Center, 407
    Caleb Olson (he/him/his) – National Gifted and Talented Student Advocacy Board
    Laura B. Sires (she/her/hers) – Douglas County Public Schools
    Abigail Riead (she/her/hers) – National Gifted and Talented Student Advocacy Board
    Carter FitzGerald – National Gifted and Talented Student Advocacy Board
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Flipping the Triangle: Preparing Gifted Students for AI by Inverting Bloom’s Taxonomy
    Location: Convention Center, 411/412
    Claire E. Hughes – Cleveland State University
    Tyler Clark – Western Kentucky University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    From Objectives to Outcomes: Designing Advanced Lesson Plans
    Location: Convention Center, 408/409/410
    Alicia Schroeder-Schock – West Fargo Public Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Future Gifted Teachers Assemble! K12-University Partnership for Educator Preparation
    Location: Convention Center, 306/307
    Liz Mendoza, MA, NBCT (she/her/hers) – Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy
    DJ Graham, M.Ed. (he/him/his) – Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Gifted Education Demographics in Pennsylvania and the Manifestation of Racial Disparities
    Location: Convention Center, 320/321
    Constance Faith Horton (she/her/hers) – Open GATE Consulting
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    If You Know You’re Wrong, You’re Right! Helping Students Learn to Take Risks in the Classroom
    Location: Convention Center, 315/316
    Lindsay M. Wood – Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education (PAGE) and Pennridge School District
    Susan M. Gable (she/her/hers) – Pennridge School District
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Meet Gifted Education Journal Editors
    Location: Convention Center, 319
    Jennifer Riedl Cross – University of Louisiana at Lafayette
    Angela M. Novak, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – East Carolina University
    Jeff Danielian – National Association for Gifted Children
    Sarah Bright – Northwestern University
    Fred A. Bonner, II (he/him/his) – Prairie View A&M University
    Todd Kettler (he/him/his) – Baylor University 76798
    Alexandra Vuyk (she/her/hers) – Universidad Catolica, Aikumby Center for Giftedness and Creativity
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    No One Mourns the Wicked: Reframing Failure and Perfectionism in Gifted Learners
    Location: Convention Center, 302/303
    Ellen Honeck, PhD (she/her/hers) – Nasri Academy for Gifted Children
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Project Promise: Retention of Underrepresented Students in a Summer Gifted Program
    Location: Convention Center, 406
    Cheryl Taliaferro – Baylor TIP
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Race and Twice-Exceptionality: Challenges in Gifted Education Identification
    Location: Convention Center, 317/318
    Danielle T. Moore – University of North Texas
    Shannyn Wentz (she/her/hers) – University of North Texas
    Akanksha Srivastava (she/her/hers) – University of North Texas
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Stars, Stripes, and Strategies: A Creativity Toolkit for America’s 250th Anniversary
    Location: Convention Center, Ballroom BC
    Justin Mitchell – Simpson County Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
    Transforming a favorite project: The Science Behind the Recycled Orchestra
    Location: Convention Center, 327
    Amy Jacobs, MEd NBCT (she/her/hers) – Science & Arts Academy
    Beverly Preuss, MEd (she/her/hers) – Science & Arts Academy
    Bobbi Weber (she/her/hers) – Science & Arts Academy
    Drew Roling (he/him/his) – Science and Arts Academy
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    And the Children Shall Lead Us: A Guide to Interest-Based Learning
    Location: Convention Center, Ballroom BC
    Matthew J. Zakreski, PsyD (he/him/his) – The Neurodiversity Collective
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Characterizing the Cognitive Skills of Advanced Learners: A New Lens for Identification
    Location: Convention Center, 406
    Kathryn N. Thompson – Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Does it Matter What We Mean by Talent Development?
    Location: Convention Center, 407
    Jeb S. Puryear – University of Montana
    Lindsay Lee (she/her/hers) – Advanced Learning Research & Consulting, LLC
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Empowering Educators: Using the Science of Reading to Differentiate Reading Instruction
    Location: Convention Center, 301
    Elizabeth A. Fogarty (she/her/hers) – University of St. Thomas
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Empowering Excellence for College and Career Readiness in Black Gifted Students
    Location: Convention Center, 320/321
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Enriching Gifted Learners Utilizing KidWind Materials, Curriculum, and Competitions
    Location: Convention Center, 411/412
    Jeremiah Friday (he/him/his) – Seneca Valley School District
    Laura Eichhammer – The Londonderry School
    Stephanie Klixbull (she/her/hers) – Center for Science and the Schools, Penn State University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Gifted Voices from Latin America: Testimonios of Being Identified...or Not
    Location: Convention Center, 319
    Alejandra A. Fernández Morgado, Ed.S (She/Ella) – University of Minnesota-Duluth / Florida International University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Minds in Action: Practical Tools & Equitable Practices for Nurturing Artistic Talent
    Location: Convention Center, 327
    Cappie Dobyns (she/her/hers) – Ames Middle School
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Navigating Online Learning for Gifted Students: A Guide for Educators and Parents
    Location: Convention Center, 329
    Pamela Shaw, MEd (she/her/hers) – Quality Matters
    Kimberley L. Chandler, PhD – Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Nurturing Brilliance: Empowering Parents of Gifted Young Minds
    Location: Convention Center, 330
    Gayle G. Bentley (she/her/hers) – The Bentley Center
    Lin Lim (she/her/hers) – Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Positive Advocacy: Helping Young People Navigate the K-College Journey
    Location: Convention Center, 401/402
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    STEM Design Challenge: Inspiring Young Innovators in Grades 4-8
    Location: Convention Center, 306/307
    Amy McShane – Allegheny Intermediate Unit
    Courtney Stein – Allegheny Intermediate Unit
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Tech Tools for 2e Success: Supporting Emotion Regulation and Executive Function
    Location: Convention Center, 315/316
    Kimberly M. McCormick, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Cincinnati
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Understanding Anxiety: Neurobiology, Manifestations, and Solutions for Gifted Learners
    Location: Convention Center, 302/303
    P. Susan Jackson – Daimon Institute for the Highly Gifted Inc.
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET
    Using Model United Nations to Develop Global Awareness in Talented Youth
    Location: Convention Center, 317/318
    Lori Delk (she/her/hers) – Jodie Mahony Center for Gifted Education of UA Little Rock
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Adapting the 2024 Initial Gifted Teaching Standards to LGBTQ+ Students
    Location: Convention Center, 327
    Terence P. Friedrichs (he/him/his) – Friedrichs Education
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Blended Practices for Twice Exceptional Learners: A New Perspective Using AI
    Location: Convention Center, 320/321
    Debbie A. Troxclair, PhD – Lamar University
    Claire E. Hughes – Cleveland State University
    Wendy A. Behrens, MA Ed (she/her/hers) – Minnesota Department of Education
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Collaborative Coaching for Cultivating Equitable Classrooms
    Location: Convention Center, 301
    Shelly L. Mrozek – Baileywick Road Elementary School
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Divergent Thinking in Gifted K–6 Cluster Classes: Targeted Instructional Approaches
    Location: Convention Center, 406
    Meredith Thomas (she/her/hers) – Holmdel Township Board of Education
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Empowering the H.E.R.O. in Black Gifted Youngsters
    Location: Convention Center, 302/303
    Corey J. Gray – Resurgence Hall Charter School
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Engaging with the New Teacher Preparation Standards & Prof Standards Committee Presentation
    Location: Convention Center, 306/307
    Michelle Buchanan, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Central Arkansas
    Julia L. Roberts, EdD – Western Kentucky University
    Susan K. Johnsen, PhD (she/her/hers) – Baylor University
    Ali Murray (she/her/hers) – Deer Valley Unified School District
    Jessica Potts (she/her/hers) – Davidson Academy Online
    Laura Marshall – University of Central Arkansas
    Johanna O. Haltiwanger (she/her/hers) – Duval County Public Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Enhancing Academic Self-Perception and Motivation in Middle School Students
    Location: Convention Center, 329
    Adeyemi J. Adediran – Ball State University
    Ophelie Desmet – Ball State University
    Al Robiullah – Ball State University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Gifted Onboarding: An Intentional Approach to Welcoming Gifted Learners and Their Families
    Location: Convention Center, Ballroom BC
    Andi McNair – ESC Region 12
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Identifying and Disrupting Unhealthy 2e Parenting Styles
    Location: Convention Center, 401/402
    Julie F. Skolnick (she/her/hers) – With Understanding Comes Calm, LLC
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Innovative AI Practices to Improve Individualization, Equity, and Engagement
    Location: Convention Center, 315/316
    Beth Cooper (she/her/hers) – Ball State University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Leveraging Collaborative Structures to Support Gifted Secondary Learners
    Location: Convention Center, 319
    Nancy MacHendrie – Douglas County School District
    Heather Fullmer (she/her/hers) – Douglas County School District
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Make the Most of the Map! Differentiated Concept Maps
    Location: Convention Center, 411/412
    Shelagh A. Gallagher (she/her/hers) – University of North Texas
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Natural 20! Using Tabletop Role Playing in Social Studies Curriculum to Unlock Creativity
    Location: Convention Center, 403/404/405
    DJ Graham, M.Ed. (he/him/his) – Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Practitioner's Perspective: Identifying Hidden Talents in Diverse Gifted Learners
    Location: Convention Center, 304/305
    Dornswalo M. Wilkins-McCorey, Ed. D. – Chesapeake Public Schools
    Laura C. Kelly – Roanoke City Public Schools
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    The Past, Present, and Future of Identification: Reframing for Purpose and Equity
    Location: Convention Center, 407
    Amy L. Shelton (she/her/hers) – Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
    Kathryn N. Thompson – Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Transforming Classroom Culture Through Positive Sharing
    Location: Convention Center, 330
    Tammy J. Byrd (she/her/hers) – Purdue University
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    11:15 AM - 12:00 PM ET
    Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices for Gifted Refugee Learners
    Location: Convention Center, 317/318
    Angela M. Novak, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – East Carolina University
    Katie D. Lewis – York College of Pennsylvania
    Concurrent 45 min
  • Saturday, Nov 15th
    2:30 PM - 3:30 PM ET
    Gifted in PA: Statewide Connections and Updates
    Location: Convention Center, 315/316
    Amy McShane – Allegheny Intermediate Unit
    Patrice Semicek, MS (she/her/hers) – Montgomery County Intermediate Unit
    Concurrent 45 min