In alignment with the Texas Administrative Code §89.2., Jarrell ISD ensures that all educators serving gifted and talented (GT) students meet state-required progressional learning standards. 

Teacher Requirements: 

• Teachers providing instruction or services in the GT program must complete a minimum of 30 hours of foundational professional learning prior to assignment or within one semester of assignment.

• GT teachers are also required to complete at least 6 hours of annual update training in gifted education.

Administrator & Counselor Requirements:   

• Campus administrators and counselors responsible for program decisions must complete a minimum of 6 hours of professional learning, which includes:

  • Nature and needs of GT students

  • GT program service options

• Ongoing updates are required following legislative changes.

In Jarrell ISD, these requirements apply to educators serving gifted learners, including classroom teachers, STEM, AP, and Dual Credit instructors. 

30-Hour Foundational Training Overview

The state required 30-hour training includes learning in the following areas:

• Nature and Needs of Gifted & Talented Learners  

• Identification and Assessment of Gifted & Talented Learners

• Social and Emotional needs of Gifted & Talented Learners

• Creativity in the Curriculum 

• Differentiating Curriculum for Gifted Learners

Registration Information:

Please register for the courses in Eduphoria in order to access the Google Classroom links.

Module 1

Module 2

Module 3

Module 4

Module 5

To sign up for your 2026-27 GT Update Hours, please register in Eduphoria here.  

The Google Classroom link can be found in the Notes section within Eduphoria and will be accessible once you are enrolled in the course. 

2026–2027 6-Hour GT Update – Podcast Study & Reflection 

Listen to:

• 6 episodes of The Neurodiversity Podcast with Emily Kircher-Morris    OR 

• 6 episodes of A Meaningful Mess Podcast with Andi McNair. 

After completing each episode, use the Google form to reflect on your learning.  A separate Google form must be completed for each completed episode. The Teaching & Learning Department will verify the correct number of episodes and reflections are completed before awarding credit. 

Questions? Reach out to Christina Leyva!