MCGT 2023 Speaker Event:
Attention Divergent Hyperactive Giftedness:
Building on the Creative Capacity of 2e Students
Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 6:30-8:00pm
via Zoom
Presenter: C. Matthew Fugate, Ph.D.
Supported by: MCGT's 2e Community Group
There is increased understanding of the importance of creativity for both the individual and society as a whole. To nurture creativity in our gifted students with ADHD, we must approach education and parenting from a strength-based perspective. In this session, we will examine the research on twice-exceptionality and explore the practical implications of these findings in building creative thinking skills to meet the needs of this unique population.
C. Matthew Fugate is Provost of Bridges Graduate School of Cognitive Diversity in Education. He received his doctorate in Gifted, Creative, and Talented Studies from Purdue University. Previously, Matthew worked as an elementary teacher, Gifted Coordinator, and Magnet School Coordinator. His research interests include twice-exceptional students and students from underserved populations. Matthew has presented on topics including the social-emotional needs of twice-exceptional students, culturally responsive pedagogy, and creativity. He is currently President-elect for the Texas Association for Gifted and Talented. Matthew was named one of the 22 People to Watch in the neurodiversity movement by 2e Media.
When: Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 6:30-8:00pm, Online via Zoom
Zoom link will be emailed to registrants the day before the event.
Who: All those interested in supporting gifted students – parents, educators, other caregivers and professionals welcome!
Cost:
$10 for MCGT members
Video Recording is available to MCGT members for four months after the event.
$25 for non-members
Access to recording after the event is not available to non-members.
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Financial assistance is available from the Betty Johnson Scholarship Fund: Families with gifted and talented children should not be restricted in their participation in MCGT activities because of limited funds. Therefore, the MCGT Board will accept requests for financial assistance which would enable families to attend events sponsored by MCGT, such as the annual conference or speaker events. MCGT also accepts requests for financial assistance for MCGT membership fees.
Submit a request from the Betty Johnson Scholarship Fund
Questions? Email info@mcgt.net