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Calling all current Arizona Gifted students, alumni, families and educators: Tell us why and how gifted education has impacted your life!
Each year as we meet with AZ Senators and Representatives, the message we are hearing is consistent – they want to hear your stories. They need to know the struggles you have faced with your gifted student. They should be empowered with the knowledge of what works in gifted education and why funding will make it that much better for our students.
We invite you to submit photos, videos or short stories about the impact these services and programs, or lack of, have had on you.
Read Submitted Stories:
AAGT Board Retreat: Learning, Leading…and Renewing Our Vows 💙
What happens when a group of passionate volunteers gets together for a weekend of leadership, planning, and a healthy dose of laughter? You get an AAGT Board Retreat. Each year, our Board of Directors steps away from the day-to-day work to invest in something just as important as meetings and decisions: becoming stronger leaders for…
Supporting Rural Gifted Education with the AAGT Rural Gifted Network
Gifted education matters in every community, but the way gifted services look can vary greatly depending on where students live. In rural schools, educators and families often face different challenges than those in larger districts or more populated areas. Smaller student populations, limited staffing, geographic distance, and fewer specialized programs can all affect how gifted…
Spotlight on Arizona Gifted Programs: The Immersive 9 at Tempe Elementary
Arizona families are always looking for learning environments where gifted students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. One innovative program doing just that is The Immersive 9 at Tempe Elementary School District’s Arredondo Campus. Designed specifically for gifted learners in grades K–5, The Immersive 9 recognizes that gifted students often need more than accelerated instruction.…
Back-to-School Doesn’t Have to Feel So Hard
The transition back to school can bring excitement, but it can also bring stress. New routines, early mornings, and changing expectations can be overwhelming for young children and their families. One of our valued partners, CENTER Psychology & Consulting, has created a simple, practical resource to help make those first weeks a little smoother. Their…
Classroom Grants for Arizona Teachers
Classroom Grants for Arizona Teachers to Explore and Expand Great teaching often starts with a big idea: a hands-on project, a deeper research opportunity, a new set of materials, a creative classroom challenge, or an experience that helps students connect learning to the world around them. But too often, teachers are left trying to make…
AAGT in Action: Building Connections with Phoenix Mensa
AAGT’s work extends beyond conferences, professional learning, and advocacy. It also means showing up, building relationships, and creating connections with others who care about gifted individuals and the communities that support them. Last Saturday, AAGT Vice President Dr. Rowe Van Meter and Board Director Dr. Becki West Keur attended the Greater Phoenix Mensa Appreciation Event…
Summer Learning Shines Across Arizona Gifted Summer Programs
Just because the school year has ended does not mean the learning has stopped in our local school districts. Across Arizona, gifted learners spent part of their summer exploring new ideas, testing big questions, building creative projects, and connecting with other students through hands-on summer learning experiences. From STEM investigations and robotics to LEGO engineering,…
Celebrating a Milestone: Maryvale GTA Academy Welcomes Its First Gifted Freshman Cohort
The Arizona gifted community is filled with educators who are creating meaningful opportunities for students, and this month we are excited to celebrate an incredible milestone at Maryvale GTA Academy. Located within Maryvale High School, Maryvale GTA Academy recently celebrated its very first incoming freshman gifted summer school cohort. During the program, students earned their…
Strengthening Partnerships for Gifted Education at the AzABSE Teacher Leadership Summit
Building Connections to Better Support Gifted Learners Across Arizona On June 17–18, AAGT had the opportunity to participate in the Arizona Alliance of Black School Educators (AzABSE) Teacher Leadership Summit, joining educators, school leaders, and community partners from across Arizona who are committed to strengthening educational opportunities for all students. Our team enjoyed connecting with…
Help your graduate use credit and debit cards wisely
Sponsored Partner Post: Edward Jones As your new graduate prepares to step into the next chapter of life – whether that’s more education or starting a career – one of the best things you can do is help them understand how to use credit cards, debit cards and prepaid cards wisely. They can be powerful…
Curiosity, Creativity, and Connection Take Center Stage at AAGT’s STEMSational Summer Seminar
On May 28, educators, homeschool families, advocates, and gifted education supporters from across Arizona gathered at Rio Salado College for AAGT’s 2026 STEMSational Summer Seminar. The day was filled with learning, laughter, hands-on experiences, and a shared commitment to preparing gifted learners for a future driven by innovation and discovery. Our keynote speaker, DaNel Hogan,…
AAGT Connects with Families at Creighton’s Gifted & Talented Showcase
On May 13, AAGT Board President Jessica and board member Rowe had the opportunity to represent the Arizona Association for Gifted and Talented at the Creighton School District Gifted & Talented Program Showcase hosted at Larry C. Kennedy School. The showcase brought together approximately 60 gifted students and their families for a hands-on night of…