Overview: The Gifted Guru, Lisa Van Gemert, is a nationally recognized speaker on gifted education. She is a former teacher, administrator, and parent of gifted children. Her presentations focus on translating research into language and strategies that all educators can use to improve their students' progress and learning.
This session will focus on social and emotional needs of gifted students, including mental health needs and issues. We will also be discussing five-minute SEL interventions with gifted students in addition to improving students' executive functioning skills to build confidence and relationships.
*Please note that the possibility of a recorded session may be offered at a later date.
This PD meets core competencies outlined in Ohio's Operating Standards for Gifted Education.
Date: February 10, 2021
Time: 9am - 12pm
Location: Virtual (Link will be sent to participants)
Contact Hours: A certificate for three contact hours will be issued after the session.
Cost: Free
Target Audience: Administrators and teachers
This professional development is being funded by the Ohio Department of Education Prevention Grant initiatives.
