Description
In this 1-hour course you will learn:
- Who gifted students are
- What the service or program options available to gifted students are
- Why having a diverse selection of services and program options is important
- How to address services and program options in your district
Presenter Bio
Janet Newton has become a leading voice in the field of gifted in the state of Texas. She received her
Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Texas at Austin and her Master of Education degree
from Texas A&M University in Texarkana.
After starting her career as an art educator, Janet became a Gifted and Talented Specialist for Region 8
Education Service Center in Mount Pleasant, Texas and then for Region 13 Education Service Center in
Austin, Texas.
Janet was instrumental in developing the Advanced Academics program for Georgetown Independent
School District before enhancing GT Ignite across the country with Responsive Learning.
Abby – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
Enjoyed the explanation of different types of GT characteristics
Greg – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
Course was very informative
LaShun – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
The course was beneficial with great information.
Ruben – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
Great course for Admin!
Robert – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
Great descriptors about the programs available.
Arlene – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
Interesting topic.
Sylvia – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
To lengthy and difficult to stay interested due to monotone.
Kimberly – YSLETA ISD (verified owner) –
Great information
Jennifer – CORPUS CHRISTI ISD (verified owner) –
Very informative. I like how it mentions the different programs and the paradigm shift visual.
Rico – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
Great course and refresh for me as a counselor in High School.