Award Review Volunteers

Each year we are increasing the number of nominations that we receive for our awards, so we need your help. Volunteers will review applications and report to the Awards Committee and serve under their direction.

Time of Year: March - June
Time Commitment: 25-50 Hours (majority in March/April)

Recruitment yearly in January - February

Annual Convention Proposal Reviewers

NAGC seeks active members (particularly practitioners, researchers, administrators, & advocates) to serve as proposal reviewers for our Annual Convention each year. Reviewers may receive anywhere from 15-40 submissions to review over the course of 3 weeks.

Time of Year: January - March
Time Commitment: 8 - 10 Hours

Recruitment yearly in December - January

Onsite Annual Convention Volunteers

Our Annual Convention is a great place to get involved during one of the best weeks of the year. During this event we need support checking in attendees, managing room setup, running our bookstore, and more. Opportunities are based on the needs of that year.

Time of Year: November at Annual Convention
Time Commitment: Various (generally 2 hours)

Recruitment yearly from June - November

Opportunity and Access Symposium Planning Group

The Opportunity and Access Symposium gathers researchers, practitioners, and prominent thought leaders advocating for racial equity in gifted education. The event is held virtually in the fall, and is ideal for school administrators, teachers, district and state directors, coordinators, and supervisors who wish to engage in meaningful professional learning and in-depth conversations to achieve measurable outcomes for gifted and talented programs.

Time of Year: January - May
Time Commitment: 6 - 8 Hours

Recruitment yearly in November - December

Teachers Summit Planning Group

The NAGC Teachers Summit provides practitioners with tools and strategies to serve the unique needs of your gifted and high-potential students. Learn from both practicing educators and experts in the field as you create your own learning experience through flexible, dynamic online PD at this event custom-created just for teachers. Attend live and interact with presenters, then follow up with on demand learning through 15 additional hours of recorded content provided post conference.  

Time of Year: September - December
Time Commitment: 6 - 8 Hours

Recruitment yearly in July - August

Committee Volunteers

NAGC values the work and views our members bring to a project and maintain a supportive learning environment to foster open communication of diverse perspectives. Our committees are the working force of our organization and we are always looking for more voices to join.

Term: 3-Year Term starting in September (unless otherwise noted)
Time Commitment: 15-50 hours annually based on committee

Recruitment yearly in May

Writers - Parenting for High Potential

NAGC’s quarterly publications, Parenting for High Potential and Teaching for High Potential, accept manuscripts on a rolling basis throughout the year, and welcome contributions from members and others with expertise on teaching and parenting gifted and high-potential students. Interested authors are encouraged to review the writers’ guidelines linked below and contact the publications’ editors with additional questions.

View the Parenting for High Potential writers’ guidelines here

Writers - Teaching for High Potential

NAGC’s quarterly publications, Parenting for High Potential and Teaching for High Potential, accept manuscripts on a rolling basis throughout the year, and welcome contributions from members and others with expertise on teaching and parenting gifted and high-potential students. Interested authors are encouraged to review the writers’ guidelines linked below and contact the publications’ editors with additional questions.

View the Teaching for High Potential writers’ guidelines here

LEAP Peer Reviewers

Help shape the future of LEAP! As a peer reviewer, you'll explore LEAP guidebooks and online modules, ensuring they're practical, user-friendly, and relevant for educators. Your insights will directly impact professional development in the field—no extensive editing required! Reviews take just 1-3 weeks, and you'll receive a complimentary book, temporary module access, and recognition for your contributions. Join us in making a difference!

Time Commitment: 8 - 10 Hours

Recruitment yearly in January and July