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• 2025-2026 C3 Coordinators Connect and Collaborate

  • Start
    10/15/2025
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  • End
    04/08/2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Virtual
  • Spaces left
    35
  • Registered
    15 registrants

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  C3: Coordinators Connect and Collaborate
  

  Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year

  If you are a Gifted Coordinator or work in a gifted program leadership role, please join the IAGC for our 4-session, Bi-Monthly Virtual Support Meetings in which we provide resources, discussions, and strategies to help teachers work with advanced learners in their classroom.

  Topic:  The Fordham Institute Pipeline Report

  Coordinators and district/school leaders are invited to join the conversation as we review research and recommendations from the recent report: Building a Wider, More Diverse Pipeline of Advanced Learners, published by the National Working Group on Advanced Education. Strategies for developing a comprehensive continuum of services for advanced learning within districts/schools will be a key area of focus.

  This topic will be covered over the course of 4 sessions, October, December 2025 and January, April 2026. 

  Coordinators of advanced academic programming are invited to join this year's C3 conversations as we address a new topic.

  Bring your questions, ideas, and solutions to share with other Gifted Coordinators across the state.

  2025-26 DATES

  Wednesday October 15 2025	12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
  Wednesday December 10	12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
  Wednesday January 28 2026	12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
  Wednesday April 8	12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Registration Fees

  Free to members

  $50 for non-members (includes all 4 sessions)

  $25 for one additional guest (non-member)

  
  

  * requires a minimum  of 10 registrations

  * no refunds (refund policy)

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• PRESENTERS 2025 IAGC CONFERENCE

  • Start
    10/27/2025
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    8:00 AM
  • End
    10/28/2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    NIU Naperville, 1120 E Diehl Rd, Naperville, IL 60563

  
  

  IAGC 2025 CONFERENCE

  LEAD PRESENTER REGISTRATION

  NOTE: This registration is open to APPROVED IAGC CONFERENCE LEAD PRESENTERS ONLY.   Deadline MAY 28, 2025.

  • 1-day presenter ticket:   $145 (required to present)
  • 2-day presenter & discounted additional day:   $420 (alternative option)

  

  IMPORTANT DETAILS & INFORMATION

  CONFIRM and REGISTER

  • Your proposal acceptance email includes your tentative DAY of PRESENTATION and a REGISTRATION CODE.
  • This registration serves as confirmation to IAGC that you intend to present at the 30th Annual IAGC Conference on Monday October 27 and Tuesday October 28, 2025 at NIU Naperville as the Lead Presenter (details to follow).
  • Please register using the CODE that was sent to you in your proposal acceptance letter. 
  • Payment may be deferred, and is due by SEPTEMBER 12th, 2025.

  TICKET INFORMATION

  • This PRESENTER TICKET, $145, is a one-day, non-transferable ticket, so that you may attend other conference sessions on the day you are  presenting if you choose.  The ticket also INCLUDES a box-lunch and entrance to the Monday Social Hour Celebration 3:45pm - 5:00pm.
  • Alternatively, you may purchase a TWO-DAY Presenter Ticket.  This ticket includes presentation day ($145), a DISCOUNTED second day ($275) and a box lunch for each day. Total: $420. 

    This special discount is only available until MAY 28, 2025 with your Presenter Confirmation. After May 28, Presenters may purchase a second-day attendee ticket at the general member or non-member price.  

  CO-PRESENTER INFORMATION 
  

  • When your session proposal was submitted, you may have included the name of ONE co-presenter.  It is your responsibility to share schedule information with your co-presenters.
  • Any co-presenters who are not a LEAD Presenter will need to purchase a GUEST REGISTRATION TICKET when they become available.  Co-presenters are not guaranteed to be included in the Conference Schedule, but we will do our best.  
  • If you are also a co-presenter on a day you are not a lead presenter, please make sure you register for the co-presenting day, either with the Presenter 2-day ticket, or with a general Guest Registration ticket.
    
  • Co-presenters must be registered for the conference in order to be added to the session schedule.

  TIMELINE for PRESENTERS

  • MAY 28 -- PRESENTER TICKET REGISTRATION CLOSES
  • JUNE 5 -- DRAFT SESSION SCHEDULE POSTED
  • JULY 1 -- COMPLETE BIO AND PROFILE IN SCHED
  • SEPTEMBER 1 -- CO-PRESENTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE TO GUARANTEE SCHED LISTING
  • SEPTEMBER 12 -- DEFERRED REGISTRATION PAYMENT DUE
  • OCTOBER 1 -- SCHEDULE AND ROOMS FINALIZED
  • OCTOBER 27 & 28 -- IAGC CONFERENCE!!

  LATE REGISTRATIONS

  • We are committed to posting a draft schedule and list of presenters to our many members and conference attendees by June 1 or as soon as possible! 
  • If you are unable to confirm by May 28th, the IAGC cannot guarantee that a spot will be held for you.  
  • Late presenter registrations may be charged at the member-guest rate.

  
  

  We know how much our attendees gain from the wisdom, research, and practice of our many fabulous presenters! Therefore, please make sure you register asap and are able to attend to help us share out the schedule to everyone quickly!   
  

  Questions:  office@iagcgifted.org.

  
  

  PRESENTER TICKET RATES are only available until MAY 28th.

  
  

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• 2025 ANNUAL IAGC CONFERENCE

  • Start
    10/27/2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    10/28/2025
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    3:45 PM
  • Location
    NIU Naperville

  
  

  2025 IAGC Conference

  Online Registration is CLOSED for In-Person Conference. 

  Please CONTACT IAGC to inquire about late registration. 

  MONDAY VIRTUAL  MINI-CONFERENCE REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL THURSDAY OCT 23

  The 30th Annual IAGC Conference is excited to offer several options for our many attendees, members, and supporters from across the state of Illinois. 

  WHEN:      Monday October 27 and Tuesday October 28, 2025

  TIME:         8:00 am - 3:45 pm

  WHERE:    NIU Naperville Conference Center,  1120 E. Diehl Road, Naperville IL  60563

  
  

  WHO:  Monday Keynote Presenter:  Genein Letford, NAGC Board Member

               Tuesday Keynote Presenter:  Dr. Brian Housand

   

  5 hrs PD credit per day

  
  

  2025 Highlights

  • A one-day virtual ticket includes 5 pre-selected sessions (including the Keynote presentation) on Monday only for those who are unable to travel to Naperville.  
  • Box Lunch INCLUDED with in-person registration each day
  • Monday Social Hour / 30th Anniversary Celebration in the NIU Ballroom immediately following last session , including complimentary refreshments, raffle prizes, meet and greet with our Keynote Presenters and our Sponsors, and fun / challenging games!
  • Note:  PRESENTER discounts are available for LEAD Presenters only.  Co-Presenters who are not also Lead Presenters, are asked to register with a General Registration ticket. 

  TICKET	Early Bird Pricing	After Sept 28
  1 Day Member*	$310	$340
  2 Day Member	$550	$580
  1 Day Non-Member	$350	$380
  2 Day Non-Member	$620	$650
  Virtual (Monday only)	$250	$250

  
  

  CONFERENCE DETAILS and UPDATES

  
  

  

  Membership Registrations may not be combined with Conference Registrations.     

  * BECOME A MEMBER HERE  first, then register once your membership is activated.

  
  

  
  

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• PARENT-DISCOUNT 2025 CONFERENCE (TUESDAY ONLY)

  • When
    10/28/2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 3:45 PM
  • Location
    NIU Naperville
  • Spaces left
    71

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  PARENT TICKET

  for

  TUESDAY OCT 28

  2025 IAGC CONFERENCE

  This Parent Ticket provides a one-day discount for parents, grandparents and caregivers to experience the many sessions at the 2025 IAGC Conference that are especially relevant for gifted and advanced learners and their families. 

  As part of the IAGC Annual Conference, parents are invited to attend engaging speakers, network with other parents and professionals, and connect with  exhibitor resources, alongside hundreds of conference attendees! 

  LEARN MORE ABOUT THE 2025 CONFERENCE

  
  

  WHEN:      Tuesday October 28, 2025

  TIME:         8:00 am - 3:45 pm

  WHERE:    NIU Naperville Conference Center,  1120 E. Diehl Road, Naperville IL  60563

  WHO:    Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of Gifted Children, Advanced Learners, Twice Exceptional Students as well as PTA members, Gifted Support Group members, and parents who are curious about the policies that impact advanced learning opportunities and how to advocate for their children throughout their education journey. 

  NOTE:

  The Parent Ticket does NOT include PD Hour credit. 

  The Parent Ticket does NOT include a Box Lunch.

  Ticket Pricing

  IAGC Members	$125
  Non-Members	$155
  Plus 1 (Guest Ticket)	$25

  Become an IAGC Member

  
  

  Parent-Focused Highlights

  Keynote Speaker Dr. Brian Housand -- Cultivating Pearls of Potential: From Unseen Grit to Unforgettable Brilliance

  • Attend up to 5 Parent Focused Strands including: 
  • • Acceleration and Identification
      
    • Social-Emotional Learning and Support
      
    • Addressing Opportunity Gaps
      
    • Effective Use of Technology 
      
    • Effective Program Leadership
  • Network with our Exhibitors to learn about Resources, Services, and Opportunities for gifted children
    
  • Opportunities to get involved with IAGC Policy & Advocacy Committee

  Note:  This is an adult-only event.  No childcare or children's activities are available. 

  
  

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• WINTER 2026 IAGC Gifted Education Modules: Foundations for Teaching Advanced Learners in Today's Classrooms

  • Start
    01/14/2026
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  • End
    02/18/2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    online
  • Spaces left
    20

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  WINTER 2026

  Modules in Gifted Education:

  Foundations for Teaching Advanced Learners

  in Today's Classrooms

  IAGC Professional Development (virtual)

  $375/Members, $425/Non-Members, $999/ Group of THREE

  Wednesday evenings

  Jan 14 - Feb 18

  6:30pm - 8:30pm

  (6 sessions)

  Jan 14, 21, 28 Feb 4, 22, 18

  (dates and times subject to change)

  PD Project Due:  February 25, 2026

  Designed for classroom teachers and enrichment teachers who serve advanced learners in grades K-8, each module provides practical knowledge and evidence-based strategies to meet the needs of students who achieve and/or have the potential to achieve at high levels. Attendees will gain an understanding of current, equitable and inclusive approaches in the field of gifted education and explore programming/instructional models, classroom structures, and collaborations to support advanced learners. Projects and readings are designed with an eye to applicability/relevance to classroom practice. Classroom teachers, new enrichment/advanced programming teachers, and educators seeking to update their foundational skills and knowledge for developing talents of advanced learners are encouraged to participate.

  Each of three virtual modules includes 4 hours of synchronous and 6 hours of independent learning. A Certificate of Course Completion from IAGC and 30 PD hours will be provided upon completion of all three modules. Instead of Professional Development hours, participants can opt to earn two semester hours from Lindenwood University upon completing module requirements.

  Note: Assignments will be provided and submitted on the Google Classroom platform. All participants are required to have a Google Account and email to participate in this course.

  
  

  Course Overview:

  Module 1: Understanding Advanced Learners (4 hours in-class time + 6 hours independent learning)

  Part 1 - Conceptions of Giftedness (2 hour class + readings and assignments)

  Part 2 - Recognizing and Developing Gifts and Talents (2 hour class + readings and assignments)

  Module 2: Programming, Collaborations and Classroom Structures to Support Growth of Advanced Learners (4 hours in-class time + 6 hours independent learning)

  Part 1 -  Supporting Growth of Advanced Learners Through the MTSS Framework, Assessment, and Professional Learning Communities (2-hour virtual class + readings and assignments)

  Part 2 -  Classroom, Community, and Family Collaborations to Support Advanced Learners (2-hour  virtual class + readings and assignments)

  Module 3: Differentiation and Instructional Strategies for Advanced Learners (4 hours in-class time + 6 hours independent learning)
  

  Part 1 -  Key Components of Differentiated Instruction for Advanced Learners (2-hour virtual class + readings and assignments)

  Part 2 - Student-Centered Differentiation for Advanced Learners (2-hour  virtual class + readings and assignments)

  Required Text: Heacox, D. and Cash, R., Differentiation for Gifted Learners: Going Beyond the Basics (revised and updated edition). Free Spirit Publishing, 2020 (ISBN: 978-1-63198-432-7) 
  *Participants are responsible for obtaining the text as it is not included in the module registration fee.
  

  Book is available from Amazon and other book sellers.

  All classroom sessions must be attended and readings/assignments completed for module credit. 30 hours of professional development credit is available after satisfactorily completing all of the requirements/assignments.  
  

  
  

  Note:

  Course will run subject to sufficient enrollment.

  No refunds unless course is cancelled by the IAGC.

  Contact IAGC for large group (10+) discount.

  Payment due by first day of class unless otherwise arranged for group registration. 

  Contact office@iagcgifted.org to request special arrangements.

  
  

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