Due to GCISD'S cancellation of all extracurricular activities and school events from March 16-27, this SAGE event will be postponed. “The ASPIRE Academy is arguably the best gifted and talented program in Texas.” — External Reviewer Attend the in-depth presentation from the external reviewer, Dr. Todd Kettler on AT A DATE TO BE DETERMINED, at … Continue reading POSTPONED: SAGE + GCISD Presentation of ASPIRE External Review
SAGE Gifted Spotlight 2020 has been cancelled.
Due to school closings, SAGE events will be cancelled or rescheduled. GCISD announced on March 13: "A number of public school districts in north Texas are announcing a two-week closure to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. After collaborating with state and county health officials and other education leaders this morning, GCISD will be closed March … Continue reading SAGE Gifted Spotlight 2020 has been cancelled.
Educator of the Month: GCISD Instructional Technology Team
For SAGE Educator of the Month, we'd like to honor the entire Instructional Technology team who launched the Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Learning@Home website, hosted teacher tech training, and kept our kids learning. You've been vital to keeping our community connected! Special thanks to Dr. Suzanne Newell, Director Curriculum & Instruction; Tony Zahn, Dir Science & Instructional … Continue reading Educator of the Month: GCISD Instructional Technology Team
[ Video ] Parenting a GT Student during the COVID-19 Closure — Dr. Stephanie Cook, LPG
SAGE asked GCISD mom and licensed professional counselor Dr. Stephanie Cook to give us some tips for helping GT kids in times of crisis. Check out her video response, and comment with questions or ideas. https://youtu.be/NprJBJYHdrc
March 13 – SAGE Coronavirus update
A NOTE TO OUR SAGE COMMUNITY Dear SAGE Families & Educators, During this time of uncertainty, stress, and changes to our regular routine — we here at SAGE are reminded that the S in SAGE stands for "Supporting." We want to offer support & encouragement to our SAGE Community, as well as to our greater … Continue reading March 13 – SAGE Coronavirus update
Candidate Forum: 2020 Board of Trustees
SAGE will be hosting our annual Candidate Forum featuring the candidates for GCISD Board of Trustees. The questions in this forum will focus solely on gifted and advanced academics topics. Tuesday, April 14, 2020 Stacy Furniture ~ Grapevinein the Community Room - take the elevator or stairs to the top floor1900 S Main St, Grapevine, … Continue reading Candidate Forum: 2020 Board of Trustees
Apply now for SAGE’s $400 educator grant to attend the Gifted+Equity summer conference, June 8-10, 2020
Held in Denton on June 8-10, the TAGT Gifted+Equity Conference: Serving the Underserved is geared towards the educators who work tirelessly to ensure equitable access for all gifted students. Sessions will focus on at least one of the four main tracks: Twice Exceptional, Underserved Populations, English Language Learners, and Additional Qualifiers. Learn more about the Gifted+Equity conference. Please apply ASAP via SAGE's grant application form. … Continue reading Apply now for SAGE’s $400 educator grant to attend the Gifted+Equity summer conference, June 8-10, 2020
GT Educator of the Month: Tarianne Johnson, Bus Driver, ASPIRE Route
Starting in First Grade, ASPIRE students may ride a bus from their neighborhood's elementary campus to their ASPIRE Campus. Moms and Dads are very grateful for all the bus drivers who ensure that our students arrive safely to school. In gratitude, several families nominated one bus driver, Ms. Tarianne Johnson, as SAGE GT Educator of the Month: One parent wrote: … Continue reading GT Educator of the Month: Tarianne Johnson, Bus Driver, ASPIRE Route
[ Video ] GT question asked during the “For the Future” Candidates Forum, Jan. 2020
We always encourage SAGE Members to research candidates prior to voting. Below is a video clip of the question about Gifted Education that was asked during the "For the Future Candidates Forum - Northeast Tarrant County," held on January 29, 2020, and hosted by the Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Council of PTAs and Raise Your Hand Texas. … Continue reading [ Video ] GT question asked during the “For the Future” Candidates Forum, Jan. 2020
Feb. 22, 2020 GT Parent Conference @ Baylor University
Registration is open for the inaugural GT Parent Conference at the Baylor Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development! Saturday, February 22, 2020, from 9am-3pm, with a parent networking reception from 3pm-4pm. Please see below for session details and registration! Click on the words Parent Conference on this webpage: http://tinyurl.com/baylorgifted
Feb. 11, 2020: SAGE Evening Program: Lessons from a College Admissions Road Trip
Speaker Notes: Handout (pdf) Slides (pdf) Brian Holland, parent, will share lessons he and his kids learned from a five-week, 5,500 mile road trip to visit 16 colleges. Parents, educators, and students encouraged to attend. Spread the word! Meet at Feb. 11, 2020 at 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Library at Colleyville Heritage High School