MergED Conference: Connecting STEM, GT, and Curriculum Across Content Areas
This workshop brings together STEM, Gifted & Talented instruction, and curriculum support into one cohesive learning experience. Designed for educators across all content areas, participants will explore practical strategies for engaging GT learners and others while strengthening meaningful, real-world learning experiences. Learn from experienced educators and education experts as they share best practices, classroom-ready strategies, and innovative ideas you can immediately implement.
The summit will feature keynote speaker Devin Siebold from Board Teachers, who will kick off the conference with an engaging session on the power of laughter in education—highlighting how humor can build relationships, boost engagement, and support meaningful learning.
Special instructions
GT credit is available depending on the sessions selected.
Location: McMurry University
Garrison Center
1400 Sayles Blvd. 79605
Presenter(s)
Amanda Carpenter
Accomodations
Please notify the ESC Contact listed below if you have a specific accommodation request.
ESC contact
Amanda Carpenter
ESC contact email
acarpenter@esc14.net
Location
Offsite
Room(s)
Date(s)
June 17, 2026 to June 18, 2026
Time
8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Registration deadline
June 16, 2026 8:30 AM
Registering with purchase orders
If registering with a purchase order, you must first submit your purchase order to Region 14 at: pitstopadmin@esc14.net.
A confirmation email will be sent once the purchase order is processed (generally within 4 business hours), and you will be able to complete your registration.
An invoice will be issued after the session is completed.
Cancellation deadline
You may cancel this registration anytime before the end of business on June 12, 2026.
No refunds will be given after this date.
Fees
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CPE Credit
12.0Counts for Gifted/Talented Update Credit
Subject(s)
ELA/Reading, ELA/Writing, Gifted/Talented, Math, Pri Lvr 4: High-Quality Curriculum, Pri Lvr 5: Effective Instruction, Science, Social Studies, STEM
Grade(s)
KG, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Audience(s)
Any Interested Audience, Elementary Teachers, Secondary Teachers
Objective(s)
2.4
Note
Please make other arrangements for non-participants - including children.