• CIU 10 Gifted Networking

    Gifted Networking sessions for teachers are held three times a school year.  Each session contains state updates and resources and information for teachers, as well as an opportunity to network with other gifted educators in the region.  

    Upcoming CIU 10 Networking Opportunities

    October 19, 2023 - 1:30-3:00; in-person at 1155 Benner Pike, State College with virtual option

    January 25, 2024 - 12:00-1:00, virtual; Book Study meeting 1:00-2:00, virtual

    May 2, 2024 - 12:00-1:00, virtual; Book Study meeting 1:00-2:00, virtual

    CIU 10 Gifted Book Camp

    This is an asynchronous training opportunity for new teachers of gifted or experienced teachers who are interested in a refresh.  This is a self-paced Gifted Boot Camp.  Topics will include an overview of Pennsylvania's definition of gifted education, Chapter 16, and a review of the forms that support Gifted Education.  Attendees will be asked to complete small assignments.  For more information on enrolling in this course, please contact Brooke Walton at [email protected].

    Additional Gifted Trainings - Professional Learning

    GIEP Goals Clinic

    Would you like guidance on GIEP goals that you are writing?  This session is for you!  Join Amy Davis McShane and Patrice Semicek for sessions that are designed to help Gifted educators write compliant, quality goals in their students' GIEPs.  Teachers will be able to work with each other to craft goals.  Sessions are offered several times throughout the year.

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    Gifted in PA State Webinars (Best suited for district administrators)

    Join the Gifted in PA team: Shirley Moyer, Bureau of Special Education Advisor, Pennsylvania Department of Education, Patrice Semicek, Eastern Pennsylvania Gifted Liaison, Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, and Amy Davis McShane, Western Pennsylvania Gifted Liaison, Allegheny Intermediate Unit to hear information on the state of Gifted Education in PA, answers to common questions, and online resources.  The team will also answer, "Is it compliance or is it best practice?"  Register to receive the session recording.

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