California Association for the Gifted http://cag.affiniscape.com/calendar.cfm Upcoming events for California Association for the Gifted en-us CAG's 50th Annual Conference http://www.cagifted.com/cde.cfm?event=367989 <h1 style="text-align: center;">CAG's 50th Annual Conference</h1> <h3 style="text-align: center;">March 2-4, 2012<br /> Palm Springs, CA</h3> <h4 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://cag.affiniscape.com/associations/7912/files/Flyer2012.pdf">Download</a> the informational flyer and registration form!<br /> <a href="http://cag.affiniscape.com/associations/7912/files/Brochure2012.pdf">Download</a> the complete brochure!</h4> <h3 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.cagifted.org/displayconvregister.cfm?convnbr=10317">REGISTER&nbsp;NOW!</a></h3> <h4 style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</h4> <h3 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.cagifted.org/associations/7912/files/Exhibitor Packet.pdf"><br /> </a></h3> <h2>PRESENTERS</h2> <h4 style="text-align: left;">Presenters will be notified of acceptance in November.</h4> <h2>EXHIBITORS</h2> <h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.cagifted.org/associations/7912/files/Exhibitor Packet.pdf">Exhibitor Information and Reservation Packet</a><br /> <a href="http://www.cagifted.com/associations/7912/files/2012BIGFP.pdf">2012 Floorplan</a></h3> <h2>OTHER CONFERENCE 2012 INFORMATION</h2> <h3><a href="http://cag.affiniscape.com/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&amp;subarticlenbr=239">Friday Pre-Conference</a> (Optional)</h3> <h3><a href="http://www.cagifted.org/displayconvregister.cfm?convnbr=10317">REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!</a></h3> <h3><strong>Team Discount Available </strong>- <a href="http://www.cagifted.com/associations/7912/files/2012ConfTEAM.pdf">Download TEAM Registration Form</a><br /> Save $50 per person by coming as a team of 5 or more. Details on the CAG website.</h3> <h3><a href="http://cag.affiniscape.com/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&amp;subarticlenbr=240"><strong>General Sessions &amp; Workshops</strong><br /> </a></h3> <h3><a href="http://cag.affiniscape.com/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&amp;subarticlenbr=241"><strong>Saturday Night Specials</strong></a></h3> <p>This year there will be three in-depth sessions on Saturday evening from 7:00 - 8:30 pm These will be on the topics of Creativity and Art, Technology, and Math Intrigue. Registrations for these sessions are limited so sign up early if you want to attend one of these hands-on sessions.. Participants must pre-register for these special sessions and pay the $15 materials fee when they register for the full conference. Space is limited and only those pre-registered will be guaranteed a spot.</p> <h3><a href="displaycommon.cfm?an=1&amp;subarticlenbr=242">University Credit</a></h3> <p>University of California, Irvine Extension, University of California, Riverside Extension, and University of Southern California will offer university credit for attendance at the CAG Conference. For more details, <a href="displaycommon.cfm?an=1&amp;subarticlenbr=242">click here</a>.</p> <h3><a href="displaycommon.cfm?an=1&amp;subarticlenbr=243">Technology at the Conference</a></h3> <h3><a href="displaycommon.cfm?an=1&amp;subarticlenbr=232">Hotel Information</a></h3> <h4><strong>Exhibit Hall</strong></h4> <p>Participants will have the opportunity to gather information on exciting and cutting-edge products and services relevant to your unique needs. The exhibit hall will have a large variety of booths with items of interest for parents and educators of gifted students. Come enjoy a &ldquo;Party with our Partners&rdquo; in the Exhibit Hall on Friday evening from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Take time to meet the vendors and see the valuable materials they have available. If you are interested in having an exhibit booth, registration forms are available at www.cagifted.org or request a form from cagoffice@aol.com.</p> <h4><strong>CFGE Silent Auction</strong></h4> <p>California Foundation for Gifted Education will be holding a silent auction throughout the conference to raise money for scholarships, research and development, and educational projects. Be sure to stop by their booth in the exhibit hall. If you would like to donate an item for the auction, email Judith at judithr11@aol.com.</p> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:00 00:00 Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel 888 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs CA 92262 367989 Conference CAG Board Meeting http://www.cagifted.com/cde.cfm?event=349931 <p>CAG's Board of Directors meet three times per year to plan and carry ways to meet the mission statement.</p> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:00 00:00 San Francisco, CA 349931 CAG Board Meetings CAG Summer Teacher Institute and Demonstration School http://www.cagifted.com/cde.cfm?event=375000 <h2 style="text-align: center;">End the summer attending a Back-to-School Teacher Institute and Demonstration School<br /> Professional Development that Emphasizes the Translation of Theories into Practices</h2> <h3 style="text-align: center;">July 25, 26, &amp; 27, 2012 ~ Goleta Valley Jr. High, Santa Barbara, CA ~ Grades 2-9</h3> <p>CAG invites you to the 16th annual professional development experience that will introduce you to 16 new strategies that reinforce critical thinking, problem solving, teaching the classics, introduction to the disciplines, creativity, use of technology, and developing political savvy students. Start the school year with curriculum and instructional strategies to respond to intervention and differentiate the curriculum for gifted and talented students. Back by popular demand, a novice session on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, from 1:00 - 4:00 pm.<br /> If you are interested in:</p> <ul> <li>participating as an apprentice to teach alongside a master teacher</li> <li>designing your own curriculum</li> <li>launching a new type of gifted/talented program at your school</li> </ul> <p>For an additional $25, you can register for an introductory session for those new to differentiation. This session on Tuesday, July 24th, from 1:00 - 4:00 pm will help registered attendees better understand the demonstration lessons they will observe on July 25-27th. Among topics to be covered will be depth and complexity, use of universal themes, and independent study.</p> Wed, 25 Jul 2012 Wed, 25 Jul 2012 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 08:00 16:00 Goleta Valley Junior High School 6100 Stow Canyon Road Goleta CA 93117 375000 Teacher Institutes