MAGE Online Conference

Julie Skolnick - Keynote Speaker

"The Cycle of Success"
Supporting Exceptional Learners

Take a deep dive on components of giftedness, finding strategies, and advocating for the person’s needs. Looking at students through a strengths based lens, Julie gives real world examples with practical strategies to help you help them at home or at school. The core goal of this presentation is increasing the viewers' understanding of the complex profile as a method to achieve the calm that comes with that understanding.

Dr. Matt Zakreski

"Riding Out the Storm"
Managing Emotional Intensity

Looking at the neuroscience of emotional regulation in gifted brains, this presentation examines the why behind the big emotions that are common in this community. Dr. Matt works through the reflective strategies and practical guideposts adults can use to support co-regulation when working with exceptional children experiencing those big emotions. This helps adults to meet children with empathy and understanding.

GHF Panel - Barry Gelston, Kasi Peters, Carol Malueg

"DIY Education: Making The Choice"
Alternative Educational Environments

Examine the pros & cons and common myths surrounding schooling choices for gifted/exceptional children, specifically around alternative schooling environments like DIY Schooling. Learn about the definitions of giftedness, common methods to address their needs, and how DIY schooling may not be as scary as you think it is.

Gerry Mroz & Dr. Katharina Elbert

"State level advocacy for an equitable education for gifted and advanced students"

“Zone of Proximal Development and Competency-Based Progression”

Explore the ins and outs of gifted education advocacy in Massachusetts through an examination of advocacy strategies and the critical educational theory of the Zone of Proximal Development that is at the heart of MAGE’s advocacy for a more equitable education so students can grow without restriction.