In this session, Charlton Wolfgang shares information about opportunities for gifted learners at the Honors College at Millersville University. Charlton explores the foundation and pedagogical approach of the Honors College, while exploring how it differs from the traditional college experience. He goes on to share advice for parents and future students, as well as discuss the future initiatives of the program and upcoming offerings. This session provides many details about the outstanding education that the Honors College offers its students.

https://www.millersville.edu/honorscollege/

Dr. Charlton Wolfgang, the Director of MU’s Honors College as of May 12, 2023, advises and works with students in the Honors College as well as advocates for the program. Dr. Wolfgang is an Associate Professor of Gifted and STEM Education at Millersville University, where he has taught since 2015. He also serves as the coordinator of the graduate programs in Gifted Education at MU. He earned a BS in Biology from Messiah College in 1993, a teaching certificate in Secondary Education from Lebanon Valley College in 1997, a Master of Science Education from Lebanon Valley College in 2002, and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership Development and Learning Technologies from Drexel University in 2013. He also earned his Principal’s Certificate and Assistant Superintendent’s Letter of Eligibility at Drexel University. Dr. Wolfgang’s research interests, publications, and conference presentations have been related to gifted and STEM education, with a particular focus on twice-exceptional learners, the integration of technology, and the impact of the pandemic on gifted education. Dr. Wolfgang looks forward to continuing to broaden connections between students in the Honors College both on campus and in the greater community, including internationally.

In this session, Matt Levin explores the Gifted screening and evaluation process leading to the first Gifted Individualized Education Plan (GIEP) from the administrative perspective. These questions are geared toward parents and teachers who are seeking a 'back to school' refresh of these processes.

Matthew (Matt) Levin is a school administrator and strong advocate for gifted education. Matt received his undergraduate degree in Psychology from The Pennsylvania State University in 1995. He completed his graduate degree in School Psychology and educational certification at Eastern University in 1999. Matt began his professional career 25 years ago as a school psychologist in the Pennsbury School District (located in Lower Bucks County). Through a number of leadership opportunities as a school psychologist, Matt became interested in gifted identification procedures and programming. After completing his administrator coursework and certification in 2019 at Immaculata University, Matt became a supervisor of special education and gifted programming at Pennsbury. For his gifted work, Matt currently provides supervision to a staff of 20 professionals supporting over 700 students in programming from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Matt’s membership affiliation with PAGE is not only linked to his profession; he is a proud parent as well. Matt resides in Jamison, PA with his wife Andrea and his sons Sean and Ryan.

Back to School Bundle episode: Dr. Gail Post shares her advice for a successful start to the school year. This episode shares Dr. Post's helpful and informative checklists that aid parents and teachers as they embark on a new year with their gifted children and students.

Gail Post, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist, author, and Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. In practice for over 35 years, she provides psychotherapy for gifted adults and teens, parenting consultations, and workshops for parents and schools. As the parent of two gifted children, who are now young adults, Dr. Post served as co-chair of a PAGE affiliate, which she participated in from its inception through her children’s graduation. Her writing includes hundreds of articles for online and newsletter publications, her long-standing blog, Gifted Challenges, and articles about mental health and wellbeing for Wise & Well. She has authored several book chapters, along with her recent book, The Gifted Parenting Journey: A Guide to Self-discovery and Support for Families of Gifted Children. She can be reached at www.gailpost.com.

Resources:

https://www.giftedpage.org/back-to-school-tips-for-young-children/

https://www.giftedpage.org/back-to-school-tips-teens/

https://www.giftedpage.org/back-to-school-tips-teachers/