Special Events

Who’s ready for some fun? After a full day of learning, take some time to relax, laugh, and take part in family-friendly fun with the giftED20 special events!

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Wednesday, December 2

5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

giftED20 Conference Kick-Off

Join TAGT as we kick-off giftED20 the virtual way! Connect with your fellow attendees in small groups, get our tips and tricks for navigating a virtual conference, take part in some fun, and possibly even win some prizes!

6:30 p.m.

INSPIRE: TAGT Awards Celebration
Join TAGT in celebrating your peers’ accomplishments in the field of gifted education and the TAGT community. The 2020 State Award Winners will take part in a live, virtual conversation about G/T education in Texas as part of this special night. RSVP here.

Thursday, December 3

4:30 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

Game Night With Michael Matera
Gather your family or your teams at an informal, virtual gaming table to play some awesome games with MasterMind speaker Michael Matera. Being playful together helps feed our souls and allows us to connect. There is a place for everyone at the gaming table – so pull up a chair and join this livestream Virtual Game Night to laugh, learn, and level up!

Speed Geeking 2.0 With Brian Housand and Friends
Feast your minds on this collection of self-professed geeks as they attempt to wow you with their favorite tech tools for use in your classroom. Each presenter will have only five minutes to dazzle you with whatever apps or resources they feel should be a part of your technology toolbox. This is definitely an event that everyone will be talking about later. Be able to say that you were in the (Zoom) room where it happened!

Friday, December 4

8:00 a.m.-8:45 a.m.

TAGT Connect: Member Meet-Ups

Bring your coffee, tea, or Dr. Pepper (we know you’re out there!), and connect with your TAGT peers during these virtual morning meet-ups:

• Coordinators Coffee: Take a moment to catch up with your fellow coordinators and leaders. Sponsored by Knowsys
• IB Schools Meet-Up: Do you teach or work in an IB program? Share your favorite IB tools and strategies at this meet-up! Sponsored by Texas IB Schools
• University Meet-Up: Network with other graduate students and professors or find out how you can advance yourself through grad school.
• The One (Wo)Man Show: Wear many hats in your district? Connect with your peers to share solutions.
• Virtual/Hybrid Educators: 2020 has been a rollercoaster, but you’re not alone! Come share what’s working (and not) with your peers.
• Plus other small group meet-ups for Secondary Educators, Small Districts, Large Districts, and more!

4:30 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

Frosty the Frustrated Snowman Needs Some TLC (Happy Hour) With NuMinds
It’s been a rough year, and no one’s had it tougher than Frosty–from 90 degree Novembers to Covid canceling his precious snowdays. It’s our job to pour into Ol’ Frosty, whether that be a boost of creativity, a moment of mindfulness, a side of SEL, or maybe a scientifically concocted cocktail. Come socialize, learn a little, and help put the “happy” back into his jolly soul.

Engaging in Comedic Creativity With Curtis Needs a Ride
Looking to inspire creative thinking in a way that promotes engagement? Join the comedic team from Curtis Needs A Ride as they share how comedic exercises can promote divergent thinking, a depth of thinking, and build a positive classroom environment. In this session, you will not only learn tools to take back to the classroom, but you will participate yourself! Act like a comedian, get creative, and prepare for laughs. Don’t forget to bring your whole team for an unforgettable social event.