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Presentations
We have some exciting upcoming events - check them out below!
National Association for Gifted Children
NAGC hosts the largest convention devoted to gifted children.
Dr. Kate Bachtel has been invited to present each of the past 6 years. This year we were invited to present on Student Emotional Development and Gifted Latinx Learners. We hope to see you there!
- Date: November 15-18, 2018
- Place: Minneapolis, MN
Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted
SENG envisions a world where gifted and creative individuals are supported to build gratifying, meaningful lives and contribute to the well-being of others. To this end, SENG reaches out to diverse communities that share its mission across the nation and the globe.
It is the first and leading organization dedicated to supporting healthy social and emotional development in complex, creative and sensitive individuals.
This year we were invited to present “Peace Within: An Inside Look at Gifted Well-Being.”
- Date: July 20-22
- Place: San Diego, CA
The Heart of EQ: Tools to Empower
Emotional Intelligence is inextricably tied to cognition, achievement and well-being. This session provides a variety of evidenced-based tools and strategies to cultivate the development of specific emotional skills. Learn ways to enhance emotional literacy, engage intrinsic motivation and develop optimism while supporting gifted children in growing healthy relationships. All will leave empowered with practices to support youth in becoming agents of positive change.
- Date:
- Time: 7:30pm Eastern
- Place: Various locations across the country
American Association for Teaching and Curriculum Conference
This year SoulSpark was invited to present on what diverse gifted K-8 learners need to thrive.
- Date: October 5-7
- Time:
- Place: Denver, CO
National Association of Bilingual Educators
Dr. Kate Bachtel and Carlota Loya Hernandez will be presenting:
In Pursuit of Excellence for Gifted Dual Language Learners
- Date: 2/28-3/3 2018
- Time:
- Place: Albuquerque, NM
Previous Presentations
Overview of previous presentations.
Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG) Conference
SENG’s mission is to empower families and communities to guide gifted and talented individuals to reach their goals: intellectually, physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually.
- Date: 2013-2016
- Place: Various US Locations
Beyond Giftedness Conference
- Date: 2015
- Place: Colorado
State Gifted Education Conferences
SoulSpark has been invited to present at the California, Colorado and Illinois state gifted education conferences.
We present on a variety of topics related to gifted development and well-being.
- Date: 2013-2018
- Place:
World Conference for Gifted and Talented Children
The World Council for Gifted and Talented, Inc. is a worldwide non-profit providing advocacy and support for gifted children.
- Date: 2013
- Place: Various International Locations
Institute for the Development of Gifted Education Conference
As part of the Morgridge College of Education at the University of Denver, the Institute supports practice, conducts research, develops publications, serves the community, expands gifted education at the University level, and leads professional development.
- Date: 2015-2016
- Place: Denver University
National Association of Gifted Children's Conference
NAGC supports and engages in research and development, staff development, advocacy, communication, and collaboration with other organizations and agencies who strive to improve the quality of education for all students.
- Date: 2013-2016
- Place: Various locations throughout the U.S.
American Association of Teaching and Curriculum
- Date: 2016-2017
- Place: Various locations throughout the U.S.