Academic Instructional Professional & AAGT Board of Directors Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy, Arizona State University & Arizona Association for Gifted and Talented Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Short Description: Become a "Superpowered Advocate" to unlock your child's full potential. This session empowers parents to become powerful advocates by learning to identify their gifted and talented child's unique strengths, navigate educational policies and procedures, create a personalized advocacy plan, and communicate effectively with educators and administrators. Superpower your gifted child's journey and ensure they receive the gifted education they deserve.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to identify the characteristics of gifted learners and recognize their child's unique strengths and talents.
Participants will develop an understanding of gifted education policies and learn how to advocate effectively for their child's needs, including navigating the complexities of achieving equity in gifted programs.
Participants will gain practical, research-based strategies for communicating with educators, building partnerships with schools, and utilizing community resources to support their child's gifted development.
