Arizona Associaton for Gifted and Talented
2010 Parent Institute: Parenting High Ability Children
Frequently Asked Questions
... after the event
Q.: Where are the presenters handouts that we were told would be on the website?
A.: They are on the Parent Institute Presentations page.
… about the schedule and registration
Q.: Can we register there?
A.: Preregistration is recommended. If registration fills before the day of the event you will not be able to attend. The children's program registration usually closes first, so you will definitely want to register children sooner rather than later.
Q.: Why would both parents want to attend?
A.: Both parents would want to attend because it will give you a common point of reference, terms, AND there may be two breakout sessions that you want to see at one time, and you can split up and cover twice as much. There is a schedule of sessions so you can decide ahead of time who will be attending which session.
Q.: Where will we be able to park and how will we find the ASU College of Law?
A: Parking is free in the parking garage to the east of the College of Law. When you register your confirmation email will include driving directions from the different freeways nearby.
Q.: Is there a children's program in the same area as the parents?
A.: Yes, there is a children's program for K-10 in neighboring buildings run by gifted teachers. More details on children's program below.
Q.: Who will the speakers be?
A.: The keynote speaker is Vicki Ragsdell, a licensed psychologist in private practice in Louisville, KY. Dr. Ragsdell has 20 years of experience working with gifted adults, children and families. She provides therapy, coaching and consulting on a national basis. There will also be a number of great local speakers including Dr. Paul Beljan, a pediatric neuropsychologist, Janet Gore, and Dr. James Webb, authors on gifted, and other well qualified individuals on a number of different topics.
Q.: Will there be different sessions to choose from? Do we need to choose them when we register?
A.: There will be six different sessions to choose from during each of the three breakout sessions after the keynote speaker starts the day. You will want to check the program for any changes when you arrive and select the sessions you want to attend. The schedule posted on the website is subject to change. The final schedule will be in your program.
Q: I am coming from out of town, is there an AAGT group rate at any nearby hotels?
A: Yes, there are several hotels near ASU that are offering rates. There are several other local events at this time so vacancies in this area are harder to find. Be sure to book as early as possible:
Sheraton:
* $115/night for a double or $125/night for a triple or quad.
* Deluxe continental breakfast included
* Children under 12 are free
* choice of King or 2 queen beds
* Com;imentary shuttle service for transport within 5 miles of hotel
* located 1/2 mile walking to College of Law
* Special rate offer until March 12th
Super 8 Motel Tempe
1020 E. Apache Blvd.
480-967-8891
10% discount - mention AAGT - speak directly with Vikas (10% discount at time of booking)
Current rate single:$79 (AAGT $71)/ double $89 (AAGT $81) plus taxes
Continental Breakfast / High speed internet / pets allowed
Quality Inn
1375 E. University Drive
480-774-2500
Current room rate is $105 + taxes, For AAGT - 2queen bed room $87/night + taxes
Full Hot Breakfast Included
MUST book by March 7th
Q.: Can I register online if I’m using a Purchase Order?
A.: Yes. You can register online using a Purchase Order. Our online system allows you to pay with a credit card, indicate your purchase order, or indicate you will be paying with a check.
Q.: I don't want to pay by credit card, how do I pay by check if I register online?
A.: You can register online, then print out the confirmation email you receive and mail your check in with that. If you are having problems you can use this Printable registration form.pdf, but registrations are processed faster when they are done online.
… about the children's program
Q.: What will the children's program be like?
A.: The children's program for grades k-10 will be organized by local gifted teachers. Children will be grouped together by grade and a variety of topics will be covered. Here is a link with Program Descriptions for each group.
Q.: How do I register my child for the children's program?
A.: You can register your child when you register. Just indicate your child's full name and grade in the appropriate place on the online registration form. If you already registered and need to add your child's registration please send an email to officemanager@arizonagifted.org indicating your name, your child's name(s) and grade(s) and how you prefer to make payment. You will be contacted to complete the payment and confirm registration.
Q.: Will the high school student have a Mock Trial program again this year?
A.: There will be a Junior Law/Courtworks program this year for 7th - 10th grade students that includes a mock trial. This program will be taught by law students with teaching experience, some from Teach for America. Please follow the instructions above for registration in the children's program to register your middle school or high school student.
… about sharing information about or at this event
Q.: I'd like to share this information with other parents. Do you have a flyer I can print out?
A.: Yes. We have a flyer in both English and Spanish in Microsoft Word format. For School Districts or other organizations there is a generic disclaimer that you can add the organization name to. The flyers are at the bottom of the main Parent Institute webpage, or you can get them here.
Parent Day Flyer [71.00 Kb 3/5/2010] PDF file
Parent Day Flyer with disclaimer for school districts [1.11 Mb 3/5/2010] Microsoft Word file, editable
Flyers and forms in Spanish
Parent Day Flyer in Spanish [78.00 Kb 2/19/2010] PDF File
Spanish Parent Day Flyer with disclaimer for school districts [27.00 Kb 2/19/2010] Microsoft Word file, editable
Spanish regsitration form [129.00 Kb 2/19/2010]
pressrelease2010.pdf [72.00 Kb 3/5/2010]
Q.: Our organization has information we'd like to share with parents at this event. How can we do that?
A.: You can request the Call for Exhibitors information be sent to you by sending an email to officemanager@arizonagifted.org. In addition to having a table to exhibit for your organization, it includes information on how schools can share their program information and how to include brochures or catalogs at our Resource Tables.