Illinois Association for Gifted Children

2025 iagc
VIRTUAL leadership summit

A PROMISE TO ALL

Full Inclusion Models: Examining the Facts (and Myths) Affecting Advanced Learners

Join the IAGC for an in-depth discussion and workshop for Regional, District, and School Leaders as we examine the claims of Full Inclusion Model proponents regarding its true impact on advanced learner instruction.

Friday May 2, 2025 8:30 am - 2:30 pm (1 hour lunch break)

Explore key claims of the Fordham Institute Report "Think Again: Are Education Programs for High Achievers Inherently Inequitable?"

Consider student perspectives on the impact of Advanced Programming on their academic and social-emotional growth

Examine the myths, misunderstandings, or misrepresentations that common arguments against Advanced Programming are based on

Review a variety of Advanced Program options to address different district needs in order to expand academic pathways for more students

Establish a Program Review Framework to guide District Strategic Planning in addressing both equitable learning opportunities and appropriate programming for all student.
Network with District and Regional education leaders with similar demographics, needs, and goals.

5 PD hrs available

Frequently Asked Questions

WHO should attend?

District / School Leadership teams

Administrators

ROE officers

School Policymakers

WHY should you attend?

To challenge the assertion that "the inclusion of all students within a heterogenous classroom is the best structure to educate all students and is the only equitable format for education".

To understand the social-emotional benefits of learning in a setting designed for advanced students.

To critically analyze your district's current program model or Strategic Plan or School Improvement Plan and identify areas to improve, refine, or enhance.

HOW will you attend?

This 1-day summit is a virtual event that includes:

zoom link invite sent 3-4 days prior to event
informative and timely presentations from IAGC, Fordham Institute, WATG, and/or other experts in Advanced Learning Best Practices.
breakout room workshops for guidance to create a Program Review Framework Outline , and the opportunity to network with similar districts

WHEN will you attend?

Friday May 2, 2025

8:30 am - 2:30 pm (includes a 1 hour lunch break)

WHAT are the registration details?

Registration opens March 6, 2025

Registration closes April 24, 2025

IAGC Members $110

Non-Members $130

District Bundle $440 for 4 registrations (until April 24)

TENTATIVE AGENDA (coming soon)

Questions about registration?

Contact: office@iagcgifted.org

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