Academy Membership
Become a member
We are looking for professional educators in Colorado who have interest, background, or experience in gifted education. We welcome peer- and self-nominations.
The deadline to submit the online nomination form is May 31, 2023.
Academy Membership
Members of the Academy of Educators for the Gifted, Talented, and Creative consist of professional educators who have demonstrated commitment to educational excellence for gifted, talented, and creative students in Colorado. Members include classroom teachers, gifted education specialists, administrators, psychologists, counselors, and others. Since the inception of the Academy in 1992, a new Class of members is inducted each year.
Membership in the Academy is open to any qualified professional educator of the gifted, talented, and creative who can document the qualifications listed below.
Dues
Annual Dues: $25.00
Lifetime Dues: $200.00
Qualifications for Membership
A current or former professional educator in the education and development of gifted, creative, and talented students, evidenced by current calendar year letter of recommendation from a past or present employer or administrative leader. Proof of current or former employment, including specification of the type of work. Evidence include a letter or agency letterhead or comparable evidence.
Minimum of 9 semester hours (12 quarter hours) of graduate course work specifically addressing the education of gifted students, with no more than 3 credit hours from conference course work as documented by a certified transcript.
Minimum of three years substantial practical experience with gifted youth
Evidence of substantial service or contribution to gifted and talented education
Benefits of Membership
Peer recognition for professionalism in the field of gifted education
Leadership opportunities across the state
Mentorship opportunities
Professional development
Access to the network of Academy members and affiliation with some of the finest minds and leaders in the field
