FW: IAGC PARENTS - You still have time to register for the 19th Annual Gifted Convention + Calendar
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You still have time to register for the
19th Annual IAGC Convention
February 9-11, 2014, again in Naperville.
Download the Registration brochure
· Print the form
· Complete the information
· Mail the completed form with payment to the office shown on the form
· Members $ave!
Classroom teachers, gifted coordinators, administrators, and parents will attend the Nineteenth Illinois Association for Gifted Children Convention, held on February 9-11, 2014, offering a variety of sessions on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday
.
SUNDAY
Sessions for Sunday include Administrators’ Academy, Counseling the Gifted, Gifted Coordinators Seminar, Workshops for Educators and Parents, and
a special
evening
event.
Workshop for Parents, noon - 4:00 p.m.
- Michael Clay Thompson, author and teacher, will energize us with his passion for “Language and Gifted Learners.” He is an empowering practitioner and presenter, a fount of practical ideas and inspiration for parents as well as teachers. He writes, “Language is the core of all content...In my books I build in thinking taxonomies and whole brain approaches, and I try to communicate an enthusiasm about learning that makes over-excitability seem normal and right, which it is.”
- Vinnie Vrotny, Director of Academic Technology at Quest Academy, will remind us that “Parents Are 21st Century Learners, Too.” With classroom practice shifting to incorporate 21st Century Learning Skills, many parents do not recognize the experience as it differs from theirs. This session focuses on strategies on how to "teach" parents about these new methods of learning so that they will understand the rationale and be supportive partners. Parents will also "learn" strategies on ways that they can keep up with what's new including parent education, blogs and social media.
- Finally, our afternoon will conclude with our traditional breakout discussion groups, led by experienced facilitators. You will meet and speak with other parents from around the state who share your concerns about specific issues.
- You are not alone...please, join us!
SPECIAL EVENT:
Sunday,
February 9, 2014, Past Presidents' Reception hosting Deborah Delisle, Assistant U.S. Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education
.
Over appetizers and a cash bar, we will have the opportunity to network with our IAGC members and hear the unique national perspective on education
.
Monday and Tuesday
You will have a f
ull schedule of state and national experts presenting topics of interest to
beginning as well as experienced
educators and parents
.
·
Sessions -
focus on the areas of program development, specific subject areas, social and emotional issues, underserved gifted populations, and parents.
Other features:
o Monday we will host over a dozen Round Table Discussions of various topics.
o Tuesday, a panel of experts will discuss "Low-Income, High Ability Learners: Can Their Talent Emerge?"
· Exhibitors
- more than two dozen
offer opportunities and resources for you to enrich your experience and take home. Find a new book, curriculum idea or piece of technology to use the next day.
· Silent Auction
- bid on the
silent auction
items, both educational and fun!
· Annual meeting
-
conducted by new President, Sally Thomson;
members
learn more about IAGC
Highlights
Schedule
N.B.:
We regret to announce that Penny Britton Kolloff has had to cancel her sessions on Monday and Tuesday
Reserve your hotel room
Enter the Group Code: iagiaga for the convention reduced rate
Enjoy your visit to Naperville
Testimonials
Here's what attendees had to say about
last year's
Gifted Convention:
hotel location
· Suburban location is extremely helpful--money and time saving regarding transportation!
· Great location--easy to get to, find and park!! 
Lots of amazing resources were shared.
· Easy access; hotel quite manageable; easy layout at hotel; everything in proximity; great presenters.
programs
Very good speakers that are highly regarded in gifted education
Presenters very knowledgeable in all areas of gifted ed. Very well organized...Great choices!
Engaging presenters, friendly organizers, interesting people
Interesting sessions & approachable & knowledgeable presenters
I enjoyed the presentations. They all provided beneficial information that I can implement when I return to the classroom.
If you have registered already—THANK YOU!
Please share this information with your friends and colleagues, and urge them to join you.
See you at the Convention
~ Mary Ann Paradise and Jane Gorman, Convention Co-chairs
Upcoming Events
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Sat Feb 08 @ 9:00PM -12:00PM |
QUESTIONS? If you wish a response, please contact the IAGC office:
800 E. Northwest Highway, Suite 610; Palatine, IL 60074
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Annual Membership Fee:
· Individuals: $50.00
· Retired: $40.00
· Full-time Students: $25.00
· Affiliate Organizations: $150.00
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