In Bloom: Navigating Neurodiversity with Lisa Richer

In Bloom: Navigating Neurodiversity with Lisa Richer

Lisa Richer transforms "stuck" into success. Using her Clarity Confidence Courage Journey Map™, she guides people through three key pillars: the Internal (shifting from "fixer" to leader), the Relational (prioritizing connection over compliance), and the Systemic (advocating in schools, organizations and sports). Combining her work as an author with her leadership in the neurodivergent community, Lisa leverages her deep experience to empower neurodiverse individuals to thrive in all environments. Visit her website here: https://journey2bloom.com/ [https://journey2bloom.com/] ****************************************************************************************************************************** Learn more about the Academically Gifted Teacher Certificate through Eastern Carolina University here. [https://education.ecu.edu/aig/]

Supporting Gifted Learners: Overcoming Perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Melanie McCabe

With 19+ years of experience, Dr. McCabe has a Master’s and PhD in Psychology from UNC-CH. She has also been intensively trained in DBT, DBT-C, CBT, PCIT, and FST. “Dr. Mel” opened RDU Therapy in 2022 with the hopes of giving families high-quality expert support in a manner that fits their lifestyle. She works with children (6+ yo), adolescents, adults, couples, parents, families, other providers, and high-achievers. Dr. McCabe specializes in: Depression, Anxiety, BPD, ADHD, DMDD, Selfharm, Suicidality, Burnout, Life Transitions, family conflict, and parenting support. She offers telehealth, DBT groups, Burnout group, our Intensive therapy program (Relational Rehab), educational trainings, speaking engagements, and is the “Real Life with RDU Therapy” podcast host. In her free time she likes to spend time with her family & friends, walk our therapy dog (Doc), traveling, running, and hiking. You can follow her on Instagram at @dr_melanie_mccabe. [https://www.instagram.com/dr_melanie_mccabe] ***************************************************************************** Learn more about the Academically Gifted Teacher Certificate through Eastern Carolina University here. [https://education.ecu.edu/aig/]

The Gifted Glow Up with Chamonix Mann

Chamonix Mann is a Gifted and Talented specialist with 14 years experience in elementary education, currently serving students and teachers in Texas. She is the creator of Gifted Glow Up Studio, a digital platform dedicated to helping educators and families move beyond compliance-driven instruction and into meaningful, inquiry-based learning experiences for gifted learners. Chamonix is passionate about redefining what it means to support gifted students- advocating for depth, creativity, and authentic challenge over speed and perfection. Her work centers on creating opportunities for gifted learners to think critically, creatively, and authentically. Follow her on Instagram @giftedglowupstudio [https://www.instagram.com/giftedglowupstudio/]

Finding the Magic in the Middle with Dr. Jessica LaFollette

Jessica LaFollette has been teaching gifted learners for over 25 years and serves on the board of directors for the National Association for Gifted Children [http://www.nagc.org]. She currently teaches gifted students at Piper Middle School in Kansas City and instructs graduate courses at the University of Missouri in differentiation. Dr. LaFollette is co-author of the LEAP Guidebook and Modules for Differentiating Instruction and recently authored the book, Magic in the Middle: Hands-on Challenges that Create Joy for Gifted Middle School Students. [https://www.amazon.com/Magic-Middle-Hands-Challenges-Learners/dp/104110863X/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1N8VN4A5R9I64&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WrHA36u1rFcdTRvpGaMjHLDNy4VUFB8-uCWFzxDwLV2ymgj58wymr0NEpUR89qhnaNOCmgMcQ24aBezJi6CE27TOa5Bg97QxKxeqOdlcyeJuc8ppHX3JPaz6r8H4rDA-7FHDXs9JKgRtKe2Dw1AfjH5EMIsU541CIMHpd8aNIuqVbTCb6IpnEJCuwFrQcTTqMJ3ri_nCjySRJyQhYoBYwjO9ucpsxpTD1iVM0LtasVo.G2PJvb1-k8BXBt6tJOBlDb8imXmdlc5fYJtxrrjdeaw&dib_tag=se&keywords=magic+in+middle+school&qid=1777670263&sprefix=magic+in+midd%252Caps%252C180&sr=8-4] She is a Past President of the Kansas Association for the Gifted, Talented and Creative and past Chair of NAGC’s Parent, Family and Community Network. When she is not teaching, she enjoys puzzles, reading, baking, and traveling with her husband and four children.

The Pod Squad: Gifted Ed Bestie Chat with Aritia Smalls, Lisa Pagano & Trinette Atri

Aritia Smalls brings nearly two decades of educational expertise to her role as Advanced Learning and Gifted Education Coordinator. A deep-seated passion for student potential defines her career; she works tirelessly to ensure that advanced resources and academic support are accessible to all students, empowering them to reach their full potential. Lisa Pagano currently serves as the Director of Advanced Studies for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS). Lisa brings over 20 years of dedicated experience in gifted education. Throughout her career, Lisa has been recognized for her contributions to education innovation, i Lisa holds advanced certifications and degrees in School Leadership, Gifted Education, and Curriculum and Instruction. An accomplished educator and published author, she has shared her insights on gifted education in various professional publications, including Parenting for High Potential. She is thrilled to work on and co-host the podcast, They’ll Be Fine. Lisa has worked as a Per Diem Consultant with Thinking Maps [https://www.thinkingmaps.com] for the past 8 years. She also works with schools and districts through her gifted education consulting business, bright & brilliant, LLC [https://brightbrilliantllc.com]. Trinette Atri is a National Board Certified educator with 21 years of experience and an AIG Instructional Specialist for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, supporting gifted education across 100+ elementary schools. She serves on the NCAGT Board as a Presidential Appointee and co-hosts the podcast They’ll Be Fine. Trinette is also the longtime Program Director of Spectrum of the Arts, a summer program for students gifted in the arts. She also taught AIG teacher licensure courses at Queens University of Charlotte and holds degrees from Boston College and the University of Bradford in the UK.