TAGT invites you to take part in our many special events at giftED19, including an interest meeting on our Emerging Leaders Program; meet-ups to network with your peers; our new Diversity, Equity, & You meet-up; and INSPIRE: TAGT Awards Celebration. Learn more about each event below.
Member Meet-Ups
Emerging Leaders Program Interest Meeting & Alumni Meet-Up
Wednesday, Dec. 4, 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. | TAGT HQ
New coordinators and those interested in being mentors can learn more about the Emerging Leaders Program at this meet-up.
State Affiliates Meet-Up
Wednesday, Dec. 4, 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. | TAGT HQ
Are you a volunteer or leader from another state G/T association or organization? Join TAGT as we share resources, solutions, and ideas for partnership.
University Meet-Up
Wednesday, Dec. 4, 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. | Grand Oaks EF
Network with other university professors and graduate students, share current research, and suggest opportunities for partnerships.
Diversity, Equity, and You: A Convening for Diverse G/T Educators and Their Allies
Wednesday, Dec. 4, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. | Bluebonnet/Dogwood
It is difficult to separate the equitable identification and outcomes for underrepresented populations in gifted education from the lack of teacher diversity. We know the impact teachers of color have on the identification of students of color in gifted programs and for maintaining high expectations for students whose genius we typically leave on the table. With this in mind, thinkLaw is excited to host this convening for diverse G/T educators and allies committed to increasing the diversity of our gifted teaching force. This event will include a brief summary of opportunities and barriers for diversifying G/T education, ideas for next steps leaders and TAGT can take to overcome these barriers, and lots of opportunities to network and build coalitions with leaders eager to increase diversity in the ranks of G/T educators.
Sponsored by thinkLaw
Coordinators Coffee
Thursday, Dec. 5, 7:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m. | TAGT HQ
Enjoy your morning coffee with your fellow G/T coordinators and leaders. Sponsored by Knowsys
The One (Wo)Man Show Meet-Up
Thursday, Dec. 5, 12:30 p.m.-1:00 p.m. | TAGT HQ
Wear many hats in your district? Are you from a small or rural district without a lot of resources? Join your peers to share solutions to your challenges in this meet-up.
Elementary Educators Meet-Up
Thursday, Dec. 5, 3:45 p.m.-4:15 p.m. | TAGT HQ
Network with other elementary G/T educators and share your favorite tools and strategies for working with this age group.
Secondary Educators Meet-Up
Friday, Dec. 6, 10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | TAGT HQ
Network with other secondary G/T educators and share your favorite tools and strategies for working with the unique needs of this age group.
Parents Meet-Up
Friday, Dec. 6, 10:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m. | TAGT HQ
Meet other parents of G/T students and share your guidance and advice for one another for understand your gifted children.
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INSPIRE: TAGT Awards Celebration
Thursday, December 5
7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Riverbend Pavilion
Join TAGT in celebrating your peers’ accomplishments in the field of gifted education and the TAGT community. The 2019 State Award Winners will take part in a lively conversation about G/T education in Texas as part of this special night.
