Join TAGT as we kick-off giftED19 the right way! Check out our amazing vendors, take your photo with friends in our photo booth, grab some swag from the TAGT store, and more. We'll have plenty of meet-ups, pop-ups, and fun surprises waiting for you!
New coordinators and those interested in being mentors can learn more about the Emerging Leaders Program at this meet-up.
The TAGT Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is designed to provide new (3 years or less) district G/T coordinators with the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively with school staff, parents, students, and the community to positively impact the development of appropriate educational services for G/T students in the district.
Wednesday December 4, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm
TAGT HQ
Not from Texas? Don't worry, we won't hold it against you! Join other attendees from outside of Texas to connect and share news from your state. (And consider yourself an honorary Texan while you're at giftED19.)
Wednesday December 4, 2019 4:30pm - 5:30pm
TAGT HQ
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
Colin is the Founder and CEO of thinkLaw, a program that uses real-life legal cases to teach critical thinking to all students. Colin created thinkLaw while he was teaching during the day and going to law school at night. He realized that ALL students needed access to the high-quality... Read More →
Wednesday December 4, 2019 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bluebonnet/DogwoodJW Marriott Hill Country Hotel
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.
Thursday December 5, 2019 12:30pm - 1:00pm
TAGT HQ
Honoring outstanding contributions to the field of gifted education by educators, administrators, advocates, parent groups, and publications, INSPIRE: TAGT Awards Celebration allows you to support your peers doing good work. Join us for an inspiring conversation with the winners and a chance to celebrate their accomplishments. (Note, all invited; session does count for professional learning credit.)
Looking for Riverbend Pavilion? Exit the main lobby by Cibolo Moon restaurant, walk around the pool walkway to the right until you reach the outdoor event space. Follow the TAGT signs!
