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.
Marcus – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
Insightful
Stacey – RIESEL ISD (verified owner) –
Good information
Angelia – NEW BRAUNFELS ISD (verified owner) –
Well done
Heather – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
Great course that develops the needs of the gifted students in our schools population and how to best service them as a campus.
Amalia – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
very insightful
Yulanda – Aldine ISD (verified owner) –
I enjoyed the course. It made me reflect on our program and its set up.
Trent – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
Good information, but a little dry.
Regenia – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
Great information
Brenda – HUGHES SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
fine
Leonard – MANSFIELD ISD (verified owner) –
I think this course is beneficial because it provides you the information you need to properly meet the needs of your gifted students.