Description

Join us for a special two-day session provides educators with the knowledge and tools needed to implement the William & Mary Language Arts curriculum, designed for gifted learners. The session emphasizes the curriculum’s focus on critical thinking, literary analysis, and authentic problem-solving to engage advanced students.

Dates & Times: Tues, Aug 4, 2026 from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM CT 
                           Thurs, Aug 6, 2026 from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM CT
                           Teacher Q&A & Strategy Session: Wed, Sept 16, 5:30–6:30 PM CT
Location: Virtually via Zoom
Cost: $600/person for 6 hours of training + Q&A session. The registration fee is non-refundable.
Deadline to register: July 17, 2026. This form may close early if seats become full.
Limited Seating: 25 participants
Minimum Requirement to Run Academy: 10 participants

Objectives:

• Gain an in-depth understanding of the curriculum's goals, structure, and key components.
• Explore strategies for teaching critical thinking and literary analysis.
• Learn how to scaffold and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of gifted learners.
• Develop a plan for effectively implementing the curriculum in your classroom.

Essential Topics:

• Overview of the curriculum's framework, instructional strategies, and materials.
• Hands-on engagement with sample lessons and text selections.
• Strategies for fostering higher-order thinking and rich discussions.
• Facilitated planning for classroom implementation.

Takeaways: Educators will develop a deep understanding of the William & Mary Language Arts curriculum, including its structure, goals, and strategies for fostering critical thinking and literary analysis. They will gain hands-on experience with sample lessons, learn techniques for differentiating instruction for gifted learners, and leave with a clear plan to implement the curriculum effectively in their classrooms.

Register today: https://k12.kendallhunt.com/form/william-mary-language-arts-launc