The Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education (PAGE)

🎥 New Conversations with CAGT – Colorado Association for Gifted and Talented

We just loved this conversation with Dr. Joseph Renzulli, one of the most influential pioneers in gifted education, as he shares “A Brief History of Gifted Education Told Through the Lens of Dr. Renzulli’s Professional Experiences: Tell Me a Story… Where Do the Ideas Come From?” Watch here: https://youtu.be/hHoX2hSJmnM?si=BMR79DOxG9y581Hs

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💫 Spotlight Session: From GIEP to Game Plan: Acceleration and Enrichment That Actually Happen

Acceleration and enrichment are proven to make a difference for gifted learners, but how do you move from what's written in a GIEP to what actually happens in the classroom?

Join Amy McShane and Patrice Semicek as they share how one Pennsylvania public school district has successfully turned research into practice. Through real-world examples from both elementary and secondary settings, you'll explore practical approaches to implementing acceleration and meaningful enrichment within Pennsylvania's Chapter 16 framework.

Whether you're writing GIEPs, supporting teachers, or making programming decisions, you'll leave with a practical decision-making guide to help match the right opportunities to the right learners.

📍 PAGE 2026: Connecting in the Commonwealth
🗓️ October 26–27, 2026 | Harrisburg, PA

🎟️ Ready to turn great ideas into action? Join us at PAGE 2026! Register today: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/pennsylvaniaassociationforgiftededucation/2085188

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➡️I attended a professional development session recently where, during a discussion about student needs, someone said, "They'll be fine," referring to gifted students. I know it wasn't meant to be dismissive. In fact, I think it's a phrase many of us have heard or even said.

But it stayed with me. "They'll be fine" is a very low bar.

Gifted students often do fine. They earn good grades. They follow the rules. They make it through school. But doing fine isn't the same as growing.

When we assume they'll be fine, it's easy to overlook the need for challenge, intellectual peers, opportunities to think deeply, and support for their social and emotional development. It's a little like placing a butterfly in a glass jar. It may be safe. It may survive. But the lid still limits where it can go.

This is my reminder as the school year begins to create spaces where gifted students experience meaningful challenge and learn that productive struggle is part of growth. It's also a reminder to encourage my colleagues to embrace productive struggle rather than rescue students from it. Those moments are often where the deepest learning happens.

I created this graphic for Tennessee Association for the Gifted - TAG, Tennessee Association for the Gifted -TAG, but I hope it resonates with many of you as well.🥰🧠

🌟 Spotlight Session: Are the Kids Okay? Belonging, Wellness, and the Hidden Struggles of Gifted Learners

Gifted students often appear to have it all together,but high ability doesn't always mean high wellbeing.

Join Natalie Bowen for an important conversation about the social and emotional needs that can go unnoticed in gifted learners. Together, you'll explore the impact of perfectionism, isolation, and the pressure to achieve, while discovering practical, restorative strategies to foster belonging and support student wellness.

This session is a powerful reminder that nurturing gifted learners means supporting the whole child—not just their academic potential.

📍 PAGE 2026: Connecting in the Commonwealth
🗓️ October 26–27, 2026 | Harrisburg, PA

🎟️ Be part of the conversation. Register today: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/pennsylvaniaassociationforgiftededucation/2085188

Because capable kids deserve to be cared for, too. 💙

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Future Problem Solving's free six-step process gives students the opportunity to explore real-world challenges, think critically, collaborate, and develop innovative solutions. This free Spider Problem Solving activity is a great way to help students experience the process in an engaging and accessible way. 🕷(link to download in original post) https://www.facebook.com/share/p/185cXqT5pb/

🌟 Spotlight Session: Gifted is Good for Everyone—How Flipping Your Classroom to a Gifted-First Approach Can Make a Huge Impact on Student Growth for All

What if strategies designed for gifted learners could benefit every student in your classroom?

Join Patricia Macer as she explores how a gifted-first approach can strengthen instruction, uncover student strengths, and create meaningful learning experiences across the curriculum. You'll discover practical strategies that promote growth for all learners—and you'll leave with a collaboratively designed lesson that's ready to implement in your own classroom.

If you're looking for ways to increase engagement, challenge students at every level, and walk away with ideas you can use immediately, this is a session you won't want to miss!

📍 PAGE 2026: Connecting in the Commonwealth
🗓️ October 26–27, 2026 | Harrisburg, PA

🎟️ Register today: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/pennsylvaniaassociationforgiftededucation/2085188

Don't forget! Register to join PAGE in Harrisburg for PAGE2026! - https://mailchi.mp/giftedpage/page2026rem2-10160661

We are often asked how best to support very young gifted children and one of our most common responses is to read and experience as much as possible! These tips from sesamestreetincommunities are great! 📖

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