Check out the latest episode of MindMatters podcast!  NJAGC gets a mention, and the topic is very thought-provoking!

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MARCH 22
28th Annual NJAGC conference
AND
MARCH 23    REACH 2019

Ignite Passion with Purpose
March 22, 2019
The Conference Center at Mercer,
1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor

How can we infuse creativity and intensity with motivation and engagement for our gifted learners? Our presenters will tackle this topic with you, and offer thought-provoking and practical ways to engage and inspire the gifted learners in your life.  

Join us for an incredible lineup of some of the most brilliant minds in the field of gifted education!


​​OUR KEYNOTE
The Spark that Sets the Flame ​
Jeff Danielian 
Teacher Resource Specialist and Editor of Teaching for High Potential, (NAGC)

​Workshop
Extending and Enhancing Your Unit of Instruction: From Process to Product

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​​OUR PRESENTER
Jonathan Plucker, Ph.D
Jonathan is the Julian C. Stanley Professor of Talent Development at the Johns Hopkins University, and President-Elect, NAGC
Workshop 1
Creativity Through the Magic of Constraints
Workshop 2 
What's Your School's Talent Development Plan?

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​​OUR PRESENTER
Rachel McAnallen, Ph.D
Known simply as "Ms.Math" to children across the country.  Rachel McAnallen has devoted her life to sharing the joy and beauty of mathematics with learners of all ages. A professional educator for over half a century, Rachel travels the world teaching her subject to every grade level.
Workshop 
Math for those who those who think they can't do math -
​YES YOU CAN!

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 ​​OUR PRESENTER
Julie Lamb Milligan , Ph.D
Dr. Julie Milligan holds a Ph.D in Special Education (Gifted, Talented & Creative Education) and Curriculum Instruction. She is currently a professor in the Dept. of Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Special Education at Arkansas State University. Recipient of  several curriculum awards including a national award. 
​Workshop 
Stakeholders: What they don't know will hurt them.

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​​OUR INTERNATIONAL PRESENTER
TIJL KOENDERINK
A Dutch gifted specialist, a founding board member of the Leonardostiching, a foundation aimed at setting up full-time programs for the gifted and talented. He started Novilo, which is the biggest gifted themed training company in the Netherlands. 
​Workshop 
Education from the ground up: A first principle approach to talent development


Don't miss the dynamic, inspiring workshop for families hosted by Joey and Heidi Hudicka!  The pair presented at the NAGC Annual Conference in November (pictured with Rene Islas, NAGC Executive Director). 
Dr. Julie Lamb-Milligan of Arkansas State University will present a workshop for parents and teachers.  Dr. Milligan has written books on gifted education, including 
​ Assessment of Giftedness: A Concise and Practical Guide

REACH 2019
Regional Enrichment Activities for Children with High Abilities
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What is it all about?
Creative family activities  
Networking opportunities
Raffle Drawings  
PD hours provided
Exciting challenge stations for ages 5 to 99
Student prize drawings
Hands-on, informative workshops for students, parents and educators

Keynote Sessions
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Session #1 : Keynote for students/parents/educators 
Get inspired by theNJ student inventors/entrepreneurs 
Joey and Heidi Hudicka (ages 16 and 11)
 
Session #2 : Teachers/Parents:
“Parenting Gifted Children Where Do I Buy the Manual?”
Presented by  Dr. Julie Lamb-Milligan, Arkansas State University 

Students:  Hands-on activities in classrooms to learn, explore and share

​Saturday, March 23, 2019 10AM – 1PM
Ethel McKnight School
57 Twin Rivers Drive South, East Windsor, NJ 08520 

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NJAGC is looking for Promise submissions!  Articles, photos, student art and writing...these are always welcome!  Submissions for our next edition are due by
​April 15th.
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If you are a member and have NOT been receiving your Promise magazine, please contact president@njagc.org.  Thank you!

​In February 2018, NJAGC shared Best Practices for gifted  at three Regional Networking Meetings hosted by the NJDoE.  Check out these slideshows and the valuable information shared.  Ask your county education specialists to host more trainings in gifted education! NJAGC will provide speakers.
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Our Mission

The New Jersey Association for Gifted Children is a champion for gifted children.  We are passionate advocates promoting programs, networks, and legislative actions to meet the needs of these students statewide.