Gifted Individuals are intense, cognitively and emotionally, and both types of intensity bring unique challenges. Students with asynchronous development, heightened intensities, overexcitabilities, and varying social and emotional temperaments often have their expectations lumped together as a group, leading to frustration in the student, teacher, and parent. In many cases, they are never identified as gifted. They become frustrated, sad, stressed, angry, and anxious in the place they should thrive the most.

Join educators from Region 17 school districts and experts from around the country to celebrate quality program services that meet the needs of gifted and advanced learners. Come develop strategies and ideas to identify and assist these unique bright students with their learning and socialization as they search and explore their passions. Hear powerful and inspirational messages, learning how gifted students are found in all communities and in all socioeconomic circumstances. Discover that supporting young people's willingness to take academic and creative risks begins when we create a safe and nurturing environment where we are willing to start taking such risks ourselves.