Welcome to Turning the PAGE Podcast! Join us as we delve into a vibrant mix of topics, from academic achievements to the social, emotional, and psychological needs of gifted and talented students. Tune in to engaging discussions, spirited debates, and insightful explorations into the world of gifted learners, all brought to you by the Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education. Stay tuned for an exciting journey into the life of the gifted!
Welcome to today’s episode, where we explore the fun and exciting things to do in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, during our NAGC 2025 conference! Whether you’re a local or visiting our great city for the first time, Pittsburgh has much to offer. We are excited to share some of the best attractions and experiences with you as attendees for NAGC 2025 in this vibrant city. Enjoy a lively discussion with guests, Lacy Compton (NAGC's...
Let's explore what makes gifted education in Pennsylvania unique and how it differs from other states nationwide.
Welcome to the first episode of the Turning the PAGE Podcast NAGC Conference series, launched in preparation for the 2025 NAGC Conference in Pittsburgh. In this episode, podcast guests Dr. Catherine Little (NAGC President-Elect, NAGC Board of Directors) and Dave Mendell (PAGE President) explore what make...
Tracey’s mission is to directly impact the lives of students by creating an environment
that encourages high levels of problem-solving and risk-taking. Her vision is to build
sustainable programs where celebrations of intellect occur on a daily basis and children
become aware of the power within themselves.
With 30 years of dedicated experience in K-12 education, she brings both expertise and
passion to her mission of nurturing our br...
Special Education Supervisor and PAGE Board Member Matt Levin, along with Gifted Education Coordinator Audra Golder, speaks on behalf of their collaborative school model, approaching every aspect of their administrative roles with advocacy and support for the staff and students they serve. Listen as they explore the benefits of this model while sharing their honest perspectives on its challenges. Please enjoy this 'podcast s...
Being the parent of a gifted child can be both incredibly rewarding and incredibly challenging. From early identification to navigating advanced academics, social-emotional needs, and the college search process - the journey is full of ups, downs, and everything in between.
In this episode, we sit down with Deanie Gauntlett, a parent who has experienced firsthand what it's like to raise a gifted child from elementary school all th...
In this episode, Lisa shares her inspirational approaches to helping gifted individuals overcome the intense feelings of perfectionism. Lisa's real-world strategies are filled with empathy and understanding as she brings her own lived experience and knowledge to the listeners with a bit of humor and heartfelt perspective.
Educator, speaker, and best-selling author Lisa Van Gemert shares best practices in education with audienc...
The following sessions were recorded at the PAGE conference, Gifted 24/7: Sparking Creativity to Support and Advance our Gifted Kids, November 7-8th in Pittsburgh.
For our first guest, you will meet Julie Skolnick, M.A., J.D., the founder of ‘With Understanding Comes Calm’. She is the author of Gifted and Distractible Understanding, Supporting, and Advocating for Your Twice Exceptional Child – a practical, research-based guide...
In this session, Charlton Wolfgang shares information about opportunities for gifted learners at the Honors College at Millersville University. Charlton explores the foundation and pedagogical approach of the Honors College, while exploring how it differs from the traditional college experience. He goes on to share advice for parents and future students, as well as discuss the future initiatives of the program...
In this session, Matt Levin explores the Gifted screening and evaluation process leading to the first Gifted Individualized Education Plan (GIEP) from the administrative perspective. These questions are geared toward parents and teachers who are seeking a 'back to school' refresh of these processes.
Matthew (Matt) Levin is a school administrator and strong advocate for gifted education. Matt received his undergraduate degree i...
Back to School Bundle episode: Dr. Gail Post shares her advice for a successful start to the school year. This episode shares Dr. Post's helpful and informative checklists that aid parents and teachers as they embark on a new year with their gifted children and students.
Gail Post, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist, author, and Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. In p...
Our next guest, Dave Mendell, Board President of PAGE, discusses many topics about our organization! Listen as he leads us through PAGE initiatives, teaching and learning opportunities, the benefits of PAGE membership, upcoming events such as the PAGE Conference, and many more topics of discussion! Dave's leadership role as President of PAGE is one of Servant Leadership (Greenleaf, 1970). It embodies serving others and leading wi...
In today’s podcast session, you will gain insight into how a version of the school wide enrichment model can work within a program that supports gifted students, including all levels of learners who benefit from enrichment. The Schoolwide Enrichment model was designed by Joseph Renzulli and Sally Reis.
Today’s guest, Dr. Melissa Survinski shares her experience with a hybrid version of the schoolwide enrichment model. Dr....
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What is 'Gifted Burnout'?
https://www.davidsongifted.org/gifted-blog/burnout-in-gifted-children/
Like other experiences of burnout, gifted kid burnout is the result of long-term stress. It is often characterized by physical exhaustion, mental fatigue, and emotional detachment. It can be brought on by juggling too many roles, having little control, or having few to no breaks. Gif...
Dr. Ann Lupkowski-Shoplik is one of the most important voices for acceleration in the education world. She shares her expert advice in this PAGE podcast.
Dr. Sally Reis shares her valuable insight into the challenges facing gifted education and gifted learners. Her compassion and scholarship are needed now more than ever.
Dr. Kali Fedor and Ciminy St. Clair talk about the upcoming conference, to be held November 4th & 5th in the Pittsburgh, PA area.
Lawyer and educator Colin Seale shares his passion for learning as a Keynote Speaker at our upcoming conference. Listen as he explains what it means to "think like a lawyer," and how that can have positive implications in the classroom for all children.
In this new podcast from PAGE, meet Bobbi Portnoy. New to the board, but not new to gifted education, Bobbi brings her experience in education and in a unique business venture to our organization.
An Introduction to PAGE Board Member, Betsy Gustafson
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