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.
Ana – YSLETA ISD (verified owner) –
it was good
Telisha – VIDOR ISD (verified owner) –
Very Informative
Marcy – FORT BEND ISD (verified owner) –
It was wonderful!
Virginia – YSLETA ISD (verified owner) –
very interesting
Mira – FORT BEND ISD (verified owner) –
The course was great!
Paulette – FORT BEND ISD (verified owner) –
It was beneficial because many people think only students that are on the low level students should receive interventions.
Rosie – YSLETA ISD (verified owner) –
Very informative. Wasn’t aware of all the services that could be provided for the gifted students
Siria – FORT BEND ISD (verified owner) –
Great information
Holly – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
This course gave some great examples of how to best set up a gifted program at various schools.
Mary – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Worked well