The Davidson Institute hosts and attends numerous conferences and events throughout the year, both in-person and virtual. Some of the events listed below are for Davidson program participants only, while others are open to the public. We would be happy to make your acquaintance at one of them!
Upcoming Events
We also frequently attend the following conferences:
August 6, 2025
Parent Consulting Circle
The profoundly gifted journey isn’t always straightforward, and parents may need unique insights. Join this Family Services session to ask questions in a live group setting and gain perspective on supporting your Young Scholar. Questions can be submitted anonymously and will address the needs of profoundly gifted (PG) and twice-exceptional (2e) children, ages 5-18. Expect to gain insight from experienced staff, a sense of community from other parents, and an understanding of the varied paths Young Scholars may take. Learn about the support offered by Family Services and benefit from the Davidson Institute’s 20+ years of expertise.
August 7, 2025
Interoception: The Inside Guide Where Body Wisdom and Regulation Collide
Join us for a meaningful family event designed for both young scholars and their parents to learn and grow together. Attendees will gain an understanding of how interoception serves as your child's internal regulation system and that everyone has their own unique body signals. You’ll explore strategies for helping your child recognize their unique internal sensations and take home interactive activities you can use at home to help your child develop body awareness. This engaging session offers practical tools and shared experiences to support emotional growth and connection within the family.
August 18, 19, and 21, 2025
3 Part College Personal Statement Writing Workshop with College Essay Guy
This College Writing workshop is for Young Scholar students who will be applying to college within the next academic year. The series will not only take students through some of the most effective brainstorming exercises, but it will also set the tone for the college essay writing process—one that is personal, vulnerable, and unique. After students build their bank of ideas, they will learn how to turn them into effective personal statements. For those who already have an outline or draft but find their writing feels predictable, the final session will answer: How do I make my essay less common? and How do I take my outline to the next level? Students will even have the opportunity to receive live feedback, making this a powerful and practical experience to help them confidently begin their college application journey.
August 26 and September 9, 2025
August / September Orientation and Welcome Party
This is a two-part event taking place on Tuesday, August 26, and Tuesday, September 9. We’ve designed this event to help you make the most out of your Davidson experience and connect with other families in our community. Learn how Davidson programs can support your PG/2e child now and in the future. You'll explore the challenges of raising gifted and twice-exceptional youth, have opportunities to ask questions, and connect with other families through regional and age-based breakout groups designed to build community and support your parenting journey.
September 22, 2025
Young Scholar Q & A
Finding out your child is profoundly gifted or twice-exceptional can be confusing and overwhelming. It may not be clear where to go to find resources to support your child. The Davidson Institute’s Young Scholar Program is here for you and your family.
If you have questions about what the Young Scholars Program is or how we can support your student, please consider attending an Application Q&A session on Monday, September 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM Pacific Time.
November 13 - 16, 2025
Invigorate your passion for educating gifted and high-potential students at NAGC25, November 13-16, in Pittsburgh, PA. You’re invited to join more than 2,000 educators, gifted coordinators, psychologists, researchers, and caregivers as they gather to share best practices for supporting high-ability children.
Explore the future of gifted education with hands-on workshops, inspiring keynote sessions, and hundreds of innovative sessions filled with proven strategies you can use today and thought-provoking ideas for the classrooms of tomorrow!