Gifted Association of Missouri

09/01/2026

The school year is off to a great start, and what better back-to-school gift than acknowledgement of how people are making a difference in gifted education? Award and scholarship nominations are still open!

08/16/2026

Excited to announce our amazing breakout sessions for the Gifted Association of Missouri Conference ! Check them out here: https://gam2026conference.sched.com/list/simple!
Hope to see you there!

08/12/2026

We can't wait to learn with you at !

08/05/2026

It's that time of year -- Award and Scholarship nominations are now open! This year we are also excited to introduce recognition for Missouri Exemplary Gifted Programs. See below for all the details; forms are due September 8.

07/09/2026

Why Present for the GAM Virtual Speaker Series?
⭐ Share your expertise with educators and parents across Missouri and beyond
⭐ Support gifted learners through professional learning
⭐ Build your professional network
⭐ Inspire new ideas and conversations
⭐ Help strengthen gifted education statewide
Interested?
We welcome educators, counselors, administrators, researchers, parents, university faculty, and community partners to present.
Your experience matters. Your ideas matter. Your voice matters.
Submit your presentation idea today! Email Dr. Tracy Bednarick-Humes to sign up. ([email protected])
Gifted Association of Missouri
https://mogam.org/

06/10/2026

We are thinking of our MSA family today.

06/03/2026

ACTION ALERT: THE MISSOURI SCHOOL FUNDING MODERNIZATION TASK FORCE NEEDS TO HEAR FROM GIFTED!

As the Task Force continues to examine funding, we need them to know that gifted education deserves to be an added weight. It has been discussed in some of the proposed models, so let's encourage them to rank gifted as a priority!

Go to https://moexperience.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cMhvu5ddKsxr07Y and take two minutes to show your support. Not sure what to say? Here is a sample statement:

Gifted education deserves to be a priority as a weight in the state funding formula. The research is clear: without appropriately challenging instruction, gifted learners underperform, disengage, and — at disproportionate rates — drop out. These are students with enormous potential to contribute to our state's workforce, economy, and civic life; adding gifted education as a weight in the funding formula is an investment in Missouri's future. The state mandate on gifted education recognizes that gifted students have real learning needs, and that requires inclusion in the funding formula. A dedicated line item is the most straightforward way to ensure those needs are met, equitably and consistently, in every district across the state.

Let's keep fighting the good fight!

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05/17/2026

Do you want to network with other gifted education specialists? Join Christine Nobbe, DESE's Director of Gifted Education, for one of theSmall & Mighty workshops to explore the latest in gifted education.

This workshop is designed for gifted education specialists who are the only teacher of the gifted in their district or charter, or who are a member of a tiny team.

Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the Gifted Education Program Guidelines, the Portrait of a Gifted Learner, the Missouri Gifted Learner Outcomes, and strategies to meet the needs of all gifted learners. The workshop will be held on Zoom.

Bring something to share with the group (e.g., a lesson plan, mini-unit, or your schedule) during the breakout session.

Two dates and times to choose from:
Wed, Aug 5
Tues, Aug 11

Register now to secure your spot and learn how to enhance your gifted education program! https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2026-summer-gifted-education-workshops-4804975

05/11/2026

MO-GLOs Assessment Toolbox
Join Christine Nobbe, DESE's Director of Gifted Education, for one of several MO-GLOs Assessment Toolbox workshops.

The goals of this workshop are to:
💡engage Missouri’s gifted education community to enhance gifted programs, improve teaching and learning, and document student growth on the Missouri Gifted Learner Outcomes (MO-GLOs);
💡collect model examples of assessment tools being used in gifted programs;
💡develop new tools to assess Missouri Gifted Learner Outcomes; and
💡create a “Toolbox to Assess the Missouri Gifted Learner Outcomes and Document Gifted Learner Growth” or “MO-GLOs Assessment Toolbox”

📅Tues, June 9 in Jefferson City
📅Tues, June 16 in St. Louis
📅Wed, June 24 online
📅Thurs, June 25 online
📅Wed, Jul 15 in Kansas City

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2026-summer-gifted-education-workshops-4804975

05/04/2026

Bootcamp for Gifted Program Leaders

Hosted by Christine Nobbe, DESE's Director of Gifted Education

Join the online Bootcamp to unlock your full potential in guiding and inspiring gifted learners.

This online event is designed for leaders who are passionate about nurturing gifted learners and growing gifted programs. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this bootcamp will empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to create an exceptional learning environment for gifted students. This online event is designed for leaders who are passionate about nurturing gifted learners and growing gifted programs. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this bootcamp will empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to create an exceptional learning environment for gifted students. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to enhance your skills, connect with other like-minded leaders, and make a lasting impact on gifted education. Topics will include the Portrait of a Gifted Learner, the Missouri Gifted Learner Outcomes (MO-GLOs), and the updated Gifted Education Program Guidelines. Register now and get ready to unlock the full potential of your gifted program!

Wed, June 3
Thurs, June 4

Register for this free workshop here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2026-summer-gifted-education-workshops-4804975

Share this with all of the gifted program leaders you know!