Meet the 2026 AAGT Board of Directors

We are proud to introduce the 2026 Arizona Association for Gifted & Talented Board of Directors and Executive Board. This group brings together educators, advocates, leaders, parents, and professionals who all share one thing in common: a deep commitment to ensuring gifted learners are seen, heard, and served across our state.

2026 Executive Leadership

• Past President: Vicki Greer

• President: Jessica Zimmerman

• President-Elect: Rowe Van Meter

• Secretary: Michele Thelen

• Financial Officer: Peter Laing

Directors

Rebekah West Keur
Michael Butts
Kari Sjursen
Homero Chavez
Alisa Johnson
Almira Baker
Amy Leeds

These leaders help guide AAGT’s strategic direction, support professional learning, advocate for strong gifted programming statewide, and keep our community connected.

Welcoming Our Newest Board Member

We are excited to welcome Dr. Andrea Durand to the board this year. As Clinical Director of Durand Healing and Wellness Center, Andrea brings valuable insight into the social-emotional needs of gifted individuals and families. Beyond her professional work, she’s a community-minded leader who enjoys travel, outdoor adventures, home design projects, time with her family, and cheering on college football (loudly, we assume). Her perspective will be a wonderful addition to our mission and future initiatives.

Gratitude for Dedicated Service

We also want to extend heartfelt thanks to Marianne Landrith for seven years of exceptional service to AAGT. From leading the Annual Conference task force to supporting the Southern Arizona Gifted Network and consistently showing up with wisdom, energy, and heart, Marianne has made a lasting impact. Simply put, she has helped move this work forward in meaningful ways, and we are deeply grateful.

As always, AAGT’s strength comes from community — educators, families, students, and advocates working together. We look forward to what 2026 brings and to continuing this important work alongside all of you.