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Registration starting Sept 1: $350

Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-gifted-association-of-missouri-annual-conference-registration-879505032227

PLC Hours

For teachers who need professional learning clock hours, this conference provides 7.5 hours of content on the nature and needs of gifted, advanced, and neurodiverse learners. Certificates of attendance will be provided for attendees who request a certificate.

Parking
Hitt Street Parking Garage Visitor Parking: Please see the Mizzou parking policies for more information. Kiosks or a phone app are available for payments.

2024 Preferred Hotels

Hampton Inn & Suites at the University of Missouri 

1225 Fellows Place, Columbia, MO  65201

573-214-2222

October 6-8 

  • Rate of $125/night is good October 3 - 11 for extended stays.

  • Guests responsible for individual rooms and charges.

  • Rooms will be released back to the public on September 9, 2024.

  • Free breakfast, free parking, free wifi, and indoor pool/fitness.


Online Reservations Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=COUUMHX&groupCode=CHH91A&arrivaldate=2024-10-06&departuredate=2024-10-08&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT

Reservations may also be made by calling the hotel.

 

Drury Plaza Hotel - Columbia East

3100 Interstate 70 Dr SE, Columbia, MO  65201

573-441-0090


  • Rate is $124 for stays during October 6 - 8.

  • Free breakfast, free parking, free wifi, free evening reception, and indoor pool/fitness center

  • Released back to public on September 4, 2024.


Online Reservation Link:

https://www.druryhotels.com/bookandstay/newreservation/?groupno=10104045

Reservations may also be made by calling 1-800-325-0720 and referring to your group number 10104045.


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Tuesday, October 8
 

8:45am CDT

Registration
Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:45am - 12:00pm CDT
2nd Floor North Lounge
Tuesday October 8, 2024 8:45am - 12:00pm CDT
2nd Floor North Lounge

9:00am CDT

Welcome
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am CDT
N201 BC
Speakers
avatar for Christine Nobbe

Christine Nobbe

Director of Gifted Education, DESE
Christine Nobbe is a dedicated educator: a gifted education specialist, STEAM educator, and adjunct professor. She serves as the Director of Gifted Education for MO-DESE and loves this new adventure! Her passion area is living and working on the Moon, and she is a NASA JPL Solar System... Read More →
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am CDT
N201 BC

9:15am CDT

Creating Advocates: Gifted Education Awareness Week
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N201 A
Are you ready to become an advocate for gifted education, then teach your students how to be an advocate?  Creating advocates is a unit designed to teach the Missouri Gifted Learner Outcome skills of communication and advocacy to address the lack of awareness around gifted education.  In this session you will learn how to introduce and implement the four forms of communication; verbal, nonverbal, written, and visual.  You will then learn how to introduce and teach The Art of Persuasion using ethos, logos, and pathos for the purpose of advocacy.  These two concepts are combined when students produce a real-world product to persuade the Missouri State Board of Education to declare Gifted Education Awareness Week.  Finally, join other gifted educators, students, and programs across Missouri during the second full week of February to raise awareness about gifted education.  Bonus, basic advocacy skills can be transferred to ANY topic you or your students are passionate about! 

Speakers
avatar for Phoebe Pohlman

Phoebe Pohlman

Gifted/Talented and Enrichment Teacher, Perry County School District #32
I am a second year gifted/talented teacher in a rural school district in Southeast Missouri.  I am the only gifted teacher in my building. I initiated an enrichment program in grades K-1 in my school district to reach high potential learning students to help increase the number of... Read More →
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N201 A
  Advocacy

9:15am CDT

Unleashing Creative Potential: Nurturing Creativity in Gifted Students
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N201 BC
Creativity is a vital aspect of gifted education, yet it often remains overlooked or misunderstood. This presentation aims to shed light on the significance of fostering creativity in gifted students and provide practical strategies for educators to unleash their creative potential. Drawing from research and real-world experiences, attendees will gain insights into the unique needs of gifted learners and explore innovative approaches to cultivate creativity in the classroom. From promoting divergent thinking to encouraging risk-taking, this session will empower educators to create environments that nurture creativity and inspire gifted students to reach new heights.

Speakers
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Dr. Stephanie McKoy

Teacher of Gifted and Science, Branson School District
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N201 BC
  Curriculum/Assessment

9:15am CDT

“You are NOT alone! Finding, creating and keeping networks of gifted parent support”
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N214 C
No kid ever came with a handbook - and gifted kids certainly don’t! To add to the parenting challenge, being a gifted parent can be isolating when your kid’s interests, wins & challenges are often so different than their peers! Rest assured - you are NOT alone - there are other parents living the ups & downs of gifted parenting!  We all know gifted kids need support from parents - and to give that support, parents need support from each other!  But how do we find each other??  In her presentation, Jenny Long will share with her the strategies she has employed over 20 years of parenting gifted kids to find YOUR people, get the support YOU need and create and keep networks of support for yourself as a gifted parent.  
 
Speakers
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Jenny Long

Parent, Gifted Parent Support (GPS) & KGTC
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N214 C
  Parents

9:15am CDT

Scaling Your Program to Meet High Schoolers Needs -- A model for all districts, regardless of size, location, or resources.
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N214 A
This session shows how a vertically aligned gifted curriculum can extend throughout high school, addressing the unique needs and interests of all gifted adolescents.

Speakers
avatar for Mr. Chris Holmes

Mr. Chris Holmes

Gifted Coordinator / Specialist, School District of Clayton
Chris Holmes is a journalism teacher by training. Holmes helped found a dropout prevention program at a large, suburban high school in St. Louis County. He left in 2016 to help found the state’s first private, non-denominational high school for students with learning disabilities... Read More →
MJ

Ms. Jennifer Blank

Gifted Education Specialist, Clayton School District
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N214 A
  Policies for Program Design

9:15am CDT

Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star: Understanding the Complexities of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Differentiating SEL for Higher Level Thinking
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N214 B
Affective development is critical to healthy childhood growth and achievement. Gifted children begin to gain social and interpersonal awareness during early childhood and continue to develop relational skills throughout life. Studying psychological factors in concert with academic content can build awareness that translates to empathy, kindness, and consideration toward others. Learn practical, hands-on strategies for developing and differentiating social emotional literacy among gifted learners. 

Speakers
avatar for Dr. Bronwyn MacFarlane

Dr. Bronwyn MacFarlane

Professor, Arkansas State University
Bronwyn MacFarlane, Ph.D., is a professor at Arkansas State University in the online doctoral program in educational leadership. Dr. MacFarlane serves as Secretary of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children and as the WCGTC Executive Committee member from the United States... Read More →
Tuesday October 8, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am CDT
N214 B
  SEL

10:15am CDT

"Think Like An Engineer!" - An After-School Class Fundraiser Idea
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N214 C
This session discusses an after school enrichment program called “Think Like an Engineer” that taught students in grades 3-6 the Engineering Design Process. Grandview R-II School District used this as a fundraiser for the gifted program.  In the 6-week course, students participated in various hands-on engineering challenges.  Engineers in the workforce recorded short videos for the class. The focus was critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration and growth mindset. In the session, the structure of the course will be explained and attendees will have the opportunity to participate in some of the activities!

Speakers
avatar for Mrs. Jessi Smith

Mrs. Jessi Smith

Gifted Specialist, Grandview R-II School District
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N214 C
  Curriculum/Assessment

10:15am CDT

Show-Me Green Schools: Engaging Gifted Students and the Community in Sustainability
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N201 A
Show-Me Green Schools is a suite of programs that challenge schools to become more sustainable in student-driven initiatives that positively impact their community. Come and learn about the Green Schools Quest, Missouri Green Schools, and the US Department of Education's Green Ribbon Award. Dr. Deborah Rogers Curtis, currently the Green Schools Coordinator for these programs and former school administrator, understands the challenges schools face and will speak to practical ways to incorporate sustainability into your curriculum as well as special project-based learning. The focus of this presentation is incorporating community into a school-based project and understanding how connected we are to the natural world. 

Speakers
avatar for Lesli Moylan

Lesli Moylan

Co-Director, Missouri Environmental Education Association
Hi, I'm Lesli Moylan, Co-Director of MEEA. I coordinate MEEA's co-management of the Show-Me Green Schools (SMGS) suite of programs with the Missouri Gateway Green Building Council. SMGS provides structure, resources and recognition to support every Missouri PreK-12 school in becoming... Read More →
DR

Deborah Rogers

Green Schools Coordinator, Missouri Gateway Green Building Council
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N201 A
  Curriculum/Assessment

10:15am CDT

Identification and Support of High Ability Visual Artists
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N201 BC
Come learn about how to identify and support the academic, affective, and college and career counseling needs of high ability visual artists.

Speakers
avatar for Dr. Jennifer Fisher

Dr. Jennifer Fisher

Associate Teaching Professor of Art Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis
I am currently an Associate Teaching Professor of Art Education at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. My research focuses on high ability visual artists. I have spent over a decade working and learning at the Missouri Scholars Academy, and I currently adjunct courses in Gifted... Read More →
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N201 BC
  Identification

10:15am CDT

Your brain at play - the cognition of joy
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N214 A
Play is the purest expression of our humanity.  What is happening in our brain when we play? How can we incorporate more play into the lives of our gifted children?  And how can we get better at play as adults? Some say we are most alive when we play. Let's get better at it.

Speakers
avatar for Dr. Denise Ford

Dr. Denise Ford

Gifted Teacher, Kirkwood School District
Passionate about Gifted Education, innovation, creativity, and learning.
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N214 A
  SEL

10:15am CDT

Empowering Rural Gifted Education: Cultivating Local Agency Through Innovative Practice
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N214 B
This session explores the transformative potential of rural gifted education programming, emphasizing the cultivation of local agency among students and their communities. Using a compelling narrative rooted in a rural classroom's connection with a nonprofit organization in Kenya, this presentation illustrates how innovative practices can empower students to take ownership of their educational journeys. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of the unique needs and opportunities in rural gifted education and practical strategies to empower students through innovative practices. This session aims to inspire educators to foster local agency and resilience, driving meaningful change in their communities and beyond. 

Speakers
avatar for Shannon Fuller

Shannon Fuller

Teacher, North Kansas City Schools
DS

Dr. Stephanie McKoy

Teacher of Gifted and Science, Branson School District
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
N214 B
  Unity

11:15am CDT

DESE Panel and Advocacy Activity: The Advisory Council on the Education of Gifted and Talented Children
Tuesday October 8, 2024 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
N201 BC
In this panel discussion, Dr. Winton will present a synopsis of advisory council activities, then open the floor for participant questions answered by members of the advisory council. This meeting is free and open to the public.

The Advisory Council on the Education of Gifted and Talented Children was established by the Missouri legislature in 2013 (Section 161.249, RSMo) to provide advice to the Commissioner of Education regarding all rules and policies to be adopted by the State Board of Education relating to the education of gifted and talented children.

https://dese.mo.gov/quality-schools/gifted-education/gifted-advisory-council
Speakers
avatar for Christine Nobbe

Christine Nobbe

Director of Gifted Education, DESE
Christine Nobbe is a dedicated educator: a gifted education specialist, STEAM educator, and adjunct professor. She serves as the Director of Gifted Education for MO-DESE and loves this new adventure! Her passion area is living and working on the Moon, and she is a NASA JPL Solar System... Read More →
DB
Tuesday October 8, 2024 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
N201 BC

12:15pm CDT

Lunch (Box Lunch)
Tuesday October 8, 2024 12:15pm - 1:00pm CDT
N201 A
If attending the lunch, please add your name to this spreadsheet by September 27th:  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Zn3tnWbqFHArvxL95ou7teyWFTVJhdZ5prCfJPVswzw/edit?usp=sharing
Tuesday October 8, 2024 12:15pm - 1:00pm CDT
N201 A

1:00pm CDT

Annual Meeting
Tuesday October 8, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
N201 BC
Speakers
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Heather Tomicich

Gifted Education Specialist/GAM Exec VP, Francis Howell School District
avatar for Tracy Bednarick-Humes

Tracy Bednarick-Humes

GAM Executive President, Program for Exceptionally Gifted Students: Lindbergh Schools
Friend of GAM Conference SponsorLindbergh's program for exceptionally gifted students offers a specialized curriculum designed to challenge and stimulate advanced learners. The program provides differentiated instruction, enrichment activities, and opportunities for independent study... Read More →
Tuesday October 8, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
N201 BC
 
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