2023 NAGC Leadership & Advocacy Conference Agenda
Registration closes March 15

We're excited to gather policy experts from across the field and provide a diverse, content rich program designed to strengthen your policy knowledge and advocacy skills. By attending the 2023 NAGC Leadership & Advocacy Conference, you will: 

• Receive over 12 hours of professional development  

• Learn about the latest policies impacting gifted and talented children and the educators who support them

• Receive expert, hands-on advocacy training 

• Network with other advocates and affiliate leaders from across the country

• Work with experts to strengthen your state affiliate 

• Meet with your members of Congress and advocate for the needs of your gifted and talented learners.   

Speakers: 

• Dr. Kristina Collins, Texas State University
• David Cutler, Director of Government Relations & Public Affairs, NAGC
• Dr. Christine Deitz, State Representative, NAGC Board of Directors 
• Dr. Kali Fedor, Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education
• Dr. Michelle Frazier Trotman Scott, At-large Member, NAGC Board of Directors 
• Dr. Jeanette Horner-Smith, Team Lead, Javits Program, U.S. Department of Education
• Dr. Jonathan Plucker, Past President, NAGC Board of Directors 
• Dr. Julia Link Roberts, Kentucky Association for Gifted Education 
• Dr. Del Siegle, University of Connecticut 
• Reid Willis, Office of Senator Chuck Grassley 

View the tentative agenda here. A full and detailed agenda will be available soon. 

View a list of important resources to help you plan for your day on Capitol Hill.

As always, providing a safe and healthy environment for participants, presenters, and staff remains our top priority. The CDC has recently revised its guidelines for mask wearing based on COVID-19 Community Levels. The current Community Level for Alexandria, VA is “Medium,” so Conference attendees may choose to wear a mask based on personal preference, informed by personal level of risk. To ensure everyone’s health and safety, all attendees are strongly encouraged to take a COVID-19 test prior to attending the Conference.  We reserve the right to change our health and safety protocols based on the latest CDC guidance. 

We look forward to welcoming you to our nation’s capital.  

Hotel Reservations: Embassy Suites Hotel  Hotel registration closes March 6, 2023 

Registration Rates February 25, 2023 through March 6, 2023
Individual: $399

Cancellation Policy
Registrants may receive a full refund through March 3, 2023. A $50 administrative fee will be assessed to all canceled registrations. There will be no refunds issued after March 3, 2023.