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2027 Opportunity & Access Symposium

Unlocking the Potential of Underrepresented Learners

The Opportunity & Access Symposium is a virtual professional learning experience designed by educators, for educators, with a clear purpose: expanding access to gifted and advanced learning opportunities for all students. Grounded in the principles of inclusion and equity, the symposium highlights approaches that help ensure advanced learning opportunities are accessible to students who have historically been underrepresented in gifted programs.

Through expert-led sessions, peer collaboration, and practical strategies, participants explore how to build more inclusive identification systems, strengthen support for advanced learners, and create pathways that allow talent to be recognized and developed in every community.

Participants leave with actionable tools, new perspectives, and a network of educators committed to ensuring that advanced learning opportunities are available to every student with the potential to thrive.

Schedule, Keynote, & Registration Rates

The 2027 Opportunity & Access Symposium will be taking place on Thursday, April 29, 2027. Registration for the 2027 Symposium will open winter 2027. Check back then for more information on the schedule, keynote speaker, registration rates, and more!

Why You Should Attend

I use the symposium to keep my knowledge current, and also as an advocacy tool, to show decision makers the value of gifted education, talent development, and enrichment in a state where it’s not mandated. Thank you for this accessible and affordable opportunity.
Dee
2025 Attendee
There is so much work to do in the area of equitable gifted education for Black and Brown students. It's necessary work and it is doable. We just have to continue advocating and educating ourselves and one another about ways we can be more intentional and consistent in our efforts.
Tamara
2024 Attendee
Most PD I attend on gifted does not focus specifically on underrepresented groups when that is the group I most need to address. Providing strategies, hearing from some gifted students from marginalized groups, and hearing how best families and teachers can support these students was extremely helpful.
Teresa
2024 Attendee
It's helpful to hear what others are doing to close the gaps and level the field for each student to be seen and valued.
Tia
2024 Attendee