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Feb 28 - March 2, 2027

Jekyll Island, Georgia 

Jekyll Island
Convention & Trade Center



Registration

For Attendees:

Fillable Registration Form (For registration by P.O. or check)

Online Registration (Payment must be made at the time of registration)


Vendor / Sponsor Information: Coming Soon! 


Keynote Speakers

Dr. John Spencer

Dr. John Spencer is a former middle school teacher and current college professor who is passionate about seeing students reach their creative potential. He is the author of the bestselling books Launch, Empower, and Vintage Innovation, and The Depth Advantage. In 2013, he spoke at the White House, sharing a vision for how to empower students to be future-ready through creativity and design thinking.

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Dr.  Michelle Frazier Trotman Scott


Dr. Michelle (Shelli) Frazier Trotman Scott is the Director of Graduate Affairs and Professor at the University of West Georgia. She writes and presents on racial disproportionalities in gifted and special education, dual exceptionalities, culturally responsive teaching, and family involvement. She also serves and leads in professional organizations.

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Call for Proposals

We are accepting session proposals, and we want to feature your expertise! Join us from February 28 – March 2, 2027, at the Jekyll Island Convention & Trade Center as we bring together educators, leaders, and advocates dedicated to empowering gifted learners.

We invite you to share your innovative strategies, research, and practical classroom insights. All proposals are due by October 30, 2026. Submit your proposal today to help inspire our gifted education community!

2027 Call for Proposals



 

Hotels


Westin Jekyll Island
$35 Resort Fee each day

$284 Any room available


Courtyard Jekyll Island
$30 Resort Fee each day

$172 Island View
$192 Ocean View
$212 Ocean Front


Home2 Suites

$179 Standard View
$189 Ocean View


Jekyll Island Club
$35 Resort Fee each day

$209 Traditional Room
$239 Deluxe Room


Jekyll Ocean Club
$35 Resort Fee each day

$229 Oceanview Suite




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