Thank you for choosing to complete this one-hour online course.  The "PICK SIX" options began May 15, 2026 and will give you more variety and convenience in completing your annual six-hour GT Update.  Each of these "Pick Six" one-hour courses counts as one hour of credit/PD toward you six-hour state mandated hours.  The courses will end on May 31, 2027. PLEASE remember to print your certificate after completing the course.  You will find your certificate ready to print in your Region 8 ESC teacher account.  You can complete the short survey and then print your certificate.

Examining giftedness beyond just an IQ score is essential because intelligence is multifaceted and cannot be fully captured by a single numerical measure. While IQ tests may identify certain cognitive strengths, they often overlook critical dimensions such as creativity, leadership, problem-solving in real-world contexts, emotional intensity, cultural and linguistic diversity, and domain-specific talents. A more comprehensive approach allows educators to recognize students who may be underrepresented in traditional identification processes, including multilingual learners, twice-exceptional students, and those from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. By broadening the definition of giftedness, schools can provide more equitable access to advanced or enriched learning opportunities, better align instruction with students’ unique strengths, and support the development of the whole child rather than a narrow slice of their abilitie