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January 2026
Dear reader,

Happy New Year! We are eager to support and actively advocate for our New York State (NYS) learners with gifted education needs in 2026!

You are invited to join us for our January 14th virtual meetup to make new connections, share your experiences, and learn from other families and educators working together to support NYS learners with gifted education needs. More information and RSVP details are below.

We are also delighted to invite all GiftedNYS members to our February 4th Advocacy Day at the NYS Capitol in Albany! This unique opportunity allows our members to come together, meet with lawmakers, and collectively advocate for the needs of gifted and twice-exceptional (2e) students across NYS. Your presence helps demonstrate the importance of gifted education in every region and community. For further details, please refer to the information below.

We hope to see you soon!

Sincerely,

GiftedNYS

January Virtual Meet Up

Join us to connect with other families and educators throughout NYS who know learners with gifted education needs deserve equitable opportunities to excel.

January 14, 2026

7-8pm EST
via Zoom

2026 Advocacy Day

Open to GiftedNYS Members Only: Join GiftedNYS.
View our 2026 Legislative Priorities.

Join other GiftedNYS members to meet with lawmakers and speak with one voice about the needs of gifted and twice-exceptional (2e) students across NYS. Your presence helps show legislators that gifted education matters in every region and every community.

Participants will:
  • Join a virtual training session January 20th at 7pm to prepare for Advocacy Day.
  • Receive talking points and advocacy materials.
  • Be supported by GiftedNYS leadership throughout the day.

February 4, 2026

NYS Capitol, Albany, NY

Register by January 13th
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About GiftedNYS

Gifted New York State, Inc. (GiftedNYS), is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization of parents, educators, and professionals who have come together to support the needs of New York’s gifted and twice-exceptional (2E) student population and their families.​ To learn more about our work, visit us online at www.giftednys.org.
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