Poster

Poster 9: Advocacy in Action: Keystone Strategies for Strengthening Gifted Education Advisory Groups

Thursday, November 13, 2025

5:15 PM - 6:30 PM ET

Location: Convention Center, Exhibit Hall B

Grade Level: Professionals

Jennifer Conlee (she/her/hers)

K-12 Gifted Specialist
Henrico County Public Schools
Richmond, Virginia, United States
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Jessica Lowery

Gifted and Advanced Programs K-12 Specialist
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States
Jessica Harris (she/her/hers)

Divisional Gifted Coordinator
Henrico County Public Schools
Mechanicsville, Virginia, United States

Short Description: This session explores successful Gifted Education Advisory Group strategies across diverse district sizes. Three experienced coordinators share proven approaches for family-community engagement, data-driven decision-making, and program advocacy. Learn practical tools for building sustainable advisory groups that effectively support gifted learners while addressing unique rural and urban challenges.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will recognize key strategies for building and sustaining effective Gifted Education Advisory Groups that engage families, stakeholders, and communities.
Attendees will learn actionable tips to improve communication, foster inclusive participation, and align advisory group efforts with district goals to enhance gifted education programs.
Participants will gain insight into common challenges faced by advisory groups and develop strategies to address them, ensuring stronger collaboration and support for gifted education.