Friday, August 31, 2012

Upcoming Gifted and Talented Opportunities

Heartland AEA offers gifted and talented learning opportunities and support for administrators, curriculum staff and teachers. See below for upcoming learning opportunities.

Orientation for Teachers New to Gifted Education
This day-long session will provide an introduction to gifted and talented programming, Heartland AEA services and resources related to gifted and talented education and tips on surviving your first year in gifted education. Registration is free, but please register by September 15 to ensure that all participants receive materials.

September 20, 2012
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, Room 14

Click here to register or go to the through the Heartland AEA Professional Development Catalog and enter Activity Number GT007192110101 in the correct field

Round Table Discussion for GT Coordinators and Oversight Administrators
This session will provide an opportunity for those who coordinate or oversee gifted and talented programming to share their questions, concerns, and successes. Participants will be provided with information about Iowa Code for gifted, including rules for categorical funding along with tips for success in their roles. There is no cost for this session, but attendees are asked to register by October 1 to ensure all participants receive materials.

October 5, 2012
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, Room 14

Click here to register or go to the through the Heartland AEA Professional Development Catalog and enter Activity Number GT008292111301 in the correct field.

If you have questions about either session or other issues related to gifted and talented programming and services, please contact Mary Schmidt, Gifted Education Consultant, at mschmidt@aea11.k12.ia.us or (515) 270-0405 ext 14375.

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