30 GT Hours - Dates & Registration Info

What is the 30 Clock Hours?

Prior to assignment in the program, teachers who provide instruction and services that are a part of the program for gifted students have a minimum of thirty (30) clock hours of staff development that includes nature and needs of gifted/talented students, assessing student needs, and curriculum and instruction for gifted students. (19 TAC 89.2(2))

The 30 Hours is composed of 5 strands, which are:

Nature & Needs
Identification
Differentiation
Creativity & Critical Thinking Strategies
Depth & Complexity

Are you a secondary teacher who has attended an APSI or NMSI in the last 4 years? Good news! Twelve hours can be applied to the 30 GT Hours. Upload your certificates to Edugence for approval. You will still need to take the following strands: Identification, Nature & Needs, and Depth & Complexity.

Not sure what strand(s) you need? Email Audra Rowell at arowell@nisdtx.org for help.

Can't make the NISD sessions? You can also take the courses through Region 11 at no cost. Submit your certificates to Edugence for approval.

30 Hours Summer 2021

What NISD Teachers Are Saying About the 30 Hours

"We need to see the whole child - strengths and weaknesses - and the social-emotional needs need to be addressed as we plan."

"All of the information was eye opening, but the misconceptions and info about 2E students was something that surprised me."

"My thinking is elevated, my empathy is high and I look forward to this coming year."

"All of this opened my eyes to how multi-facted the world of GT is. It is not just a catch-all label or term. I will work to better serve and adapt for GT kids in my classroom."

"We have to continue learning with our students to continue their learning and growth."

"I was surprised to learn that Black students are 3 times more likely to be identified for gifted services if they have a black teacher."

"The 30 Hours will make me think twice before getting frustrated with students. This can be a weird road to navigate - I'm there to help, not hurt."

"Knowing the various social/emotional challenges of gifted learners helps me be able to see each of their struggles differently; from a lens of why are they acting this way and how can I help them?"

"My hope is to challenge my GT kids more."

"This helps to better improve my outlook on students, how to identify them, help them, and advocate for them."

"It raises my bar and knowledge toward my point of view of my GT students."