From Scripted to Strategic: When the Mandated Curriculum Isn’t Enough

Audience: Elementary School Teachers Community 

Many elementary teachers are navigating the challenge of using a scripted curriculum while still meeting the needs of gifted learners. Join this conversation to share what is working, problem-solve common constraints, and exchange practical strategies for accelerating and enriching instruction within required materials. Together, we will reflect on which curriculum components support deep learning and where thoughtful revisions make the biggest impact. Community Conversations are FREE for IAG members. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. 

ID Process and HAP Grant

Audience: Coordinator/Administrator Community 

Identification decisions and grant use have far-reaching implications for student access to programming and support. This session will help coordinators examine assessment options, data sources, and identification practices while also exploring strategic ways to leverage high ability grants across grade levels. Join the conversation to share insights, navigate transitions, and generate practical ideas for using funds to better meet both academic and social-emotional needs of diverse learners. Community Conversations are FREE for IAG members. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

The 2026 Indiana Association for the Gifted Annual Conference,  Ignite the Spark: Helping Gifted Minds Shine, gathers educators and leaders in gifted education on December 14–15 at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis. Over the two days, participants will hear from inspiring keynotes, engage with state and national leaders, learn from expert practitioners, and connect with colleagues committed to supporting gifted learners.

Conference Reservation

Schools may reserve and prepay for conference registrations now in order to use current year funds or budget reallocations. This option is intended for Coordinators who need to secure conference registrations before the June 30 encumbrance deadline, even if the specific attendees have not yet been identified.

Two-Day Conference Reservation packages are available for $510 per attendee. Each package includes a $50 IAG membership or membership renewal and a $460 two day conference registration (reflecting both the Early Bird rate and member discount).  

One-Day Conference Reservation packages are available for $415 per attendee. Each package includes a $50 IAG membership or membership renewal and a $365 one-day conference registration (reflecting both the Early Bird rate and member discount).  

When conference registration opens in September, IAG will collect attendee names and full registration details.

Conference Reservation packages must be reserved by June 30, and payment is due by September 28, 2026. 

How Conference Reservation Works
1. Complete the Conference Reservation form and indicate the number of registrations you would like to reserve by June 30. Pay by credit card or send payment via ACH or check by September 28.

2.  When registration opens in September, IAG will contact you to identify the individuals who will use the reserved registrations.

3.  Each attendee will join or renew as an IAG member and complete the registration process for IAG 2026.

4.  IAG will apply the Conference Reservation payment to the identified attendee’s registration.

IAG's annual conference brings together Indiana's educatiors and decision makers who design and lead high ability identifcation, programming, advanced academics, and student supports. Sponsorship is a mission-aligned way to connect with a highly targeted audience while supporting strong services for high ability students statewide.  Please read our Sponsor Prospectus before registering.  

Register to Become an IAG 2026 Sponsor Today!

 The Indiana Association for the Gifted’s (IAG) annual conference brings together educational professionals from across Indiana to learn and share best practices in gifted education. This gathering is a prime opportunity for education-related businesses and services to showcase your brand, network with educators, and drive business growth.  Be sure to view our Exhibitor Prospectus before registering.  Choose the table you want to purchase to begin your registration.