Texas Association for the Gifted & Talented

Texas Association for the Gifted & Talented The Texas Association for the Gifted & Talented connects and empowers educators to meet the unique needs of a diverse gifted and talented community.

TAGT knows that, for many students, school becomes meaningful when they find a place where they truly belong. Teachers m...
05/08/2026

TAGT knows that, for many students, school becomes meaningful when they find a place where they truly belong. Teachers make that possible.

They create classrooms where students who think and learn differently can connect, explore, and thrive.

This Teacher Appreciation Week, we recognize the educators who ensure every student feels seen, supported, and understood.

Share a message of appreciation for a teacher who created that space.

TAGT believes strong schools build a strong Texas, and the educators who challenge students to think critically and solv...
05/06/2026

TAGT believes strong schools build a strong Texas, and the educators who challenge students to think critically and solve complex problems today are shaping tomorrow’s innovators.

This Teacher Appreciation Week, TAGT celebrates the teachers who help students see possibility, build confidence, and prepare for what comes next.

Thank a teacher who is helping build the future.

05/06/2026

What if student behavior is communication and educators have more influence than we think?

In this season finale of the TAGT Podcast, recorded live at giftED25, Aric Bostick shares how understanding attachment can change the way we respond to students and support long-term growth. From hallway interactions to classroom culture, this conversation focuses on practical ways to build trust, create consistency, and strengthen relationships that support learning.

Special guest interviewer Andi McNair brings a unique lens to the conversation, connecting big ideas to real practice.

You’ll walk away with clear reminders about why connection matters, how small actions shape student experiences, and how educators can play a role in changing a student’s trajectory.

Listen here: https://buff.ly/2LreKtm

Educators are often asked to differentiate without the time or tools to do it well. The Gifted+ Series session 5 focuses...
05/05/2026

Educators are often asked to differentiate without the time or tools to do it well. The Gifted+ Series session 5 focuses on using AI as a practical support for your work with neurodiverse learners. Learn how to build tools that support planning, scaffolding, and differentiation in real classroom contexts.

Part 1 is already available, and join us live for part 2, May 14 at 3:00 pm CST
https://buff.ly/YeLO00r

Thanks to our sponsor thinkLaw!

Today’s classrooms shape tomorrow’s innovators. Teachers who challenge students to think critically and solve complex pr...
05/04/2026

Today’s classrooms shape tomorrow’s innovators. Teachers who challenge students to think critically and solve complex problems are building the future, one student at a time.

This Teacher Appreciation Week, we celebrate the educators preparing the next generation of leaders, creators, and problem solvers.

Take a moment to thank a teacher who inspired big thinking.

Talent exists in every community, but identification systems do not always reflect that. As part of the Gifted+ Series, ...
04/29/2026

Talent exists in every community, but identification systems do not always reflect that. As part of the Gifted+ Series, session 4 examines how to better recognize and develop potential in economically disadvantaged learners. You will explore practical strategies to strengthen identification and expand access in your district.

May 7 at 3:00 pm CST
Learn more and register here: https://buff.ly/YeLO00r

Thanks to our sponsor thinkLaw!

04/28/2026

In this episode, we’re joined by Marli Williams, leadership trainer and speaker, for a conversation on what it means to lead with intention in today’s educational landscape.

Together, we explore how energy, purpose, and reflection shape effective leadership, especially in gifted education roles that often feel complex and isolating. Marli shares practical ways to build confidence, stay grounded in your impact, and reconnect with why your work matters.

Whether you’re leading a program, a classroom, or a team, this conversation offers space to reflect and a few ideas you can put into practice right away.

Listen here: https://buff.ly/2LreKtm

There’s still time to apply for the 2026–2027 TAGT Emerging Leaders Program! Designed for district-level G/T coordinator...
04/27/2026

There’s still time to apply for the 2026–2027 TAGT Emerging Leaders Program! Designed for district-level G/T coordinators in their first three years, ELP offers monthly learning, mentorship, and TAGT conference experiences to support your growth as a leader. Build your confidence, strengthen your program, and connect with peers who understand the work. Apply by May 1. https://buff.ly/TFil3zT

04/15/2026

What happens when a teacher “accidentally” walks into a gifted conference—and finds a professional home?

Recorded live at giftED25, Luke Hurst, Ph.D., President of TAGT and Executive Director of Advanced Learning Services in Richardson ISD, shares his journey from classroom teacher to district leader. He reflects on mentorship, talent development, CCMR, advising gifted learners, and why schools must trust students to wrestle with meaningful problems.

Listen here: https://buff.ly/2LreKtm

How are you supporting gifted multilingual learners in showing depth and complexity in their thinking? Join us for Sessi...
04/13/2026

How are you supporting gifted multilingual learners in showing depth and complexity in their thinking?

Join us for Session 2 of the Gifted+ Series: Meeting the Needs of Multilingual Learners with Depth and Complexity on April 16, 2026, at 3:00 pm CST with Marcy Voss. This session focuses on increasing rigor while supporting language development, with practical strategies for designing instruction that promotes in-depth, complex thinking, supports multilingual learners in demonstrating advanced understanding, and strengthens both achievement and English proficiency.

Group Registration:
Packages start at $499 for up to 5 attendees. Have a larger group to register? See registration form for additional package options; the larger the group, the larger the discount!

Individual Registration:
Member/Non-member: $249/$299
Individual Sessions: $65 each
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