NJ Association for Gifted Children

Stories that Connect Us with Andi McNair

Andi McNair shares her experiences as an educator during this in depth interview for the gifted community. Andi McNair was a classroom teacher for 16 years before pursuing her passion to change education by sharing practical ways to engage and empower this generation of learners. She is currently a digital innovation and gifted education specialist at ESC Region 12 in Waco, Texas. Andi believes that the students that we are educating today are unique and we must be creative in our teaching strategies. In 2016, Andi was named one of the People in Education to Watch by the Academy of Education Arts and Sciences.

Understanding How Psychologists Assess for Giftedness

Dr. Matt Zakerski presents a NJAGC webinar about Understanding How Psychologists Assess for Giftedness. This is helpful for parents and school districts to support their gifted learners. Dr. Matt Zakreski will explain the tests and measures that are used to assess for giftedness.

Understanding NJ’s Strengthening Gifted and Talented Education Act

As part of the Family Webinar Series, NJAGC presents and explains information regarding the Jan. 13, 2020 law: Strengthening Gifted and Talented Education Act. This series has the history of Gifted Education, explains the current law, and has personal stories from two families who share their ongoing journey with advocating for gifted education for their children.

Gifted Consortia

Member Only Benefit!

Discover how being part of a Gifted and Talented Consortium can benefit you and your students. Hear from Consortia members from across the state and learn about their professional development opportunities and student gatherings.