Hear from those who've participated in HAGT’s conferences & courses
"Being part of a large group from a school was really beneficial - it was so fantastic to have those K-12 multidivisional conversations there, in the moment. So much of the energy from conferences like these are lost once back to the daily routine and is also hard to convey, in detail, to those who did not attend. I would highly encourage other interested schools to send a team of three or more to participate next year."
What people are saying they appreciate most about our annual Challenge for All Summit.
“I was really impressed by the presenters who were not only experts, but also very down-to-earth and empathetic with some of us who are new to beginning a program or implementing these strategies.”
“I was provoked by one question posed: what is the goal, a student meeting standards or experiencing a year of growth? This question is at the core of how my school may need to reframe their thinking about our most able students.”
"Practical strategies shared by facilitators - In a school like ours where we are just toying with the idea of implementing the program. The sessions were extremely helpful. Interactive activities that blended theory with hands-on practice."
"It is the mix between conferences and opportunities to learn from peers and what is happening at other schools. Facilitators of these groups are currently involved in building and refining programs so are able to share their expertise and resources with participants."
What people are saying about our faculty professional learning courses.
"This is really about practice so it's immediately applicable. Yes, there is some theory built in, but you are always given examples and tools for using the theory and the assignments make you put it into action. For me, this is really helpful in PD."
“A must-needed course for teachers, just as it is essential to learn how to support students with learning disabilities, behavioral issues, and socio-emotional challenges, it is equally important to support highly able learners.”
“Level 1 & 2 are essential courses for teachers of HAGT students. Level 2 offers a comprehensive and intensive dive into supporting all types of students identified as HAGT. It's an excellent course for all teachers, counselors and administrators. It is intensive, so plan on 12-15 hours a week. It's totally worth it; don't hesitate to sign up for it. You'll come away with not only the knowledge presented in the research but also practical tools to help you implement the best practices you learn about.”
“It is a great introductory course to giftedness because it can be done at your own pace. I am a person that can't just sit an hour every day with my schedule. It did not feel overwhelming to sit for the days that I set for a couple of hours to go through the readings and coursework.”
"It will expand your definition of what gifted and talented means and help you identify those students easier within your context. Creates a strong foundation to build on."
“I would definitely recommend this course. The different modules help you understand what it’s like for a child with learning difficulties. It also changes how you see certain behaviours - you realize it’s not about laziness or lack of discipline, but how the child responds to their environment. Overall, it’s interesting, useful, and gives you confidence to support children better in real situations.”
What people are saying about our Neurodiversity Support Specialist Certification Program.
“Learning a great deal is an understatement. The practice we get to engage in is essential when supporting any student, but especially diverse learners with different learning support needs.”
“This course is very helpful for anyone working in student support. It gives you practical tools, meaningful frameworks, and opportunities to reflect on your role in a deeper way. The content is clear, relatable, and immediately applicable in the classroom. If you want to better understand how to support students while also understanding your own workload and boundaries, this course is absolutely worth taking.”
“The course provided an easy-to-follow structure, delivered useful knowledge, and included diverse resources and tasks, making it an ideal course for LSAs.”
“This course is a game-changer for anyone working in learning support. It moves away from the old idea of 'discipline' and teaches you how to be an educational architect. You will learn that when a student struggles with something like multi-digit division, it isn’t always a lack of ability—it’s often a lack of the right scaffold or a clear set of behavioral expectations.”