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.

Serving gifted students through Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming provides a meaningful rationale by aligning advanced intellectual ability with real-world application, allowing students to move beyond abstract learning into authentic problem-solving, innovation, and career exploration. Gifted learners often require depth, complexity, and relevance; CTE pathways offer opportunities to engage in hands-on projects, interdisciplinary thinking, and industry-based challenges that foster creativity, critical thinking, and persistence. By integrating rigorous academic content with practical skills, CTE programming helps gifted students develop both their talents and their sense of purpose, particularly for those who may not thrive in traditional academic settings alone. This approach also supports equity by recognizing diverse expressions of giftedness—including technical, creative, and entrepreneurial strengths—w