Speed 30 min

The Power of Persistence in Advocacy

Friday, November 14, 2025

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM ET

Location: Convention Center, 407

Grade Level: Professionals

Abbie Sigmon (she/her/hers)

Executive Director
Ohio Association for Gifted Children
Gahanna, Ohio, United States
Tricia L. Ebner

Gifted Coordinator & Adjunct Instructor
Norton City Schools, Ohio & Malone University
WADSWORTH, Ohio, United States
Wendi Moorman

Gifted Supervisor & Tech Integration Specialist
Mercer County Educational Service Center
St. Henry, Ohio, United States
Jamie Jackson

Supervisor of Gifted Programming
Sycamore Schools
Blue Ash, Ohio, United States

Short Description: Discover how persistence drives progress in gifted education advocacy. We’ll explore Ohio's journey from foundational policies to innovative solutions, highlighting the determination required to overcome challenges at the state and district levels. Learn how steadfast efforts have shaped equitable opportunities for gifted learners and uncover strategies to inspire action, collaboration, and lasting change in your own district or state.

Learning Objectives:

Anticipate potential barriers to progress in gifted policy and implementation.
Brainstorm strategies for advocacy and intentional stakeholder engagement.
Plan next steps for gifted advocacy within your current context.