Imagine a classsroom where social and emotional skills and strengths support learning...

It’s within reach. I promise.

Imagine

…a classroom where every student feels understood and supported, with their emotional needs met as thoughtfully as their academic ones.

…perfectionism is managed with grace, and students learn to embrace mistakes as part of their journey to mastery.

…peer relationships are strong, and students support one another in a community built on empathy and respect.

…students are equipped with the emotional intelligence skills they need to navigate challenges both in and out of the classroom.

…parents notice positive changes in their children’s attitudes and behaviors, leading to stronger home-school partnerships.

You're just a few hours away from making this your reality.

Does this sound familiar?

FREQUENT DISRUPTIONS: A gifted student’s intense emotional outbursts interrupt lessons and create an unpredictable classroom environment.
PEER CONFLICTS: Students struggle with forming and maintaining friendships, leading to constant tension and conflicts among classmates.
LACK OF MOTIVATION: Despite their high potential, some students appear disengaged or unmotivated, showing little interest in learning or participating.
PERFECTIONISM PARALYSIS: Students refuse to turn in assignments or participate in activities because they fear making mistakes, slowing down the entire class.
EMOTIONAL EXHAUSTION: you feel emotionally drained from constantly managing students’ intense emotional needs, leaving little energy for creative lesson planning or personal engagement with students.

There's a course for you

What if I told you there was a professional development course you would use at home as much as you did at school?

Meeting the social and emotional needs of gifted kids (and all kids!) is incredibly easy when you apply the strategies you’ll learn in this course.

Gain practical tools to enhance the social and emotional development of gifted learners, leading to a more engaged and motivated classroom.

Discover strategies that not only elevate your professional practice but also enrich your personal interactions, both in and out of the classroom.

Equip your students with the skills they need to understand and regulate their emotions, setting them up for success both academically and personally.

Kind words from current students.

There are so many PDs where my eyes glaze over within the first 10 minutes, but what you’re doing is the exact opposite. It is so rare that I am willing to do a PD on my own time and be excited about it. I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for the amazing resources and for reminding me that there is so much out there that I can still learn. I never want to be the teacher that just does the same thing over and over again. Thank you for making my job easier and more enjoyable.

I wanted to shout out that the PD was refreshingly worthy of my time and further review…I will be implementing some practices to better serve my students. Also, I will be applying what I learned within my Science National Board Certification next school year. The workshop gave me a different focus in my lens of pedagogical practices and giving great ideas to best serve.

I am 1/4th of the way through the course, and I can honestly say that this information makes me feel as if I learned very little in four years of college. (I know that is not true, but this information is GREAT and seems incredibly applicable).

introducing...

Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted

This Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted course is a powerful, six-hour professional development experience designed to equip educators with actionable strategies to support the unique social and emotional needs of gifted students.

Here's what's included:

Group Coaching

You’ll get access to monthly livestreamed office hours where you can ask questions or get personal help.

Lifetime Access

The course is an asynchronous video course. You’ll have access to the course for the lifetime of the course! Watch again anytime!

Course Guide

You’ll get an amazing course guide full of great information and access to downloads and resources (even a lesson plan!).

here's your sneak peek...

Let's look inside the course!

The course has five content modules, a bonus content module, and an assessment that leads to a certificate for six hours of professional development credit. Let’s look at the modules!

MODULE ONE

Introduction to the Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted

Uncover the distinct characteristics and challenges that gifted students face. This module gives you the tools to create a classroom environment that’s inclusive and empathetic, meeting students where they are and guiding them toward emotional growth.

You’ll also dive into the principle of asynchronous development, helping you understand why gifted students often seem out of sync with their peers.

MODULE TWO

Emotional Intelligence

Explore the critical role emotional intelligence plays in academic and personal success. This module offers practical activities to enhance students’ self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.

You’ll learn how to create a classroom culture that encourages reflection and connection, directly impacting your students’ ability to learn and thrive.

MODULE THREE

Intensities and Overexcitabilities

Gifted students often experience heightened sensitivities and intense emotions. In this module, you’ll learn how to recognize and channel these intensities positively.

By creating a safe space for students to express their passions, you’ll turn their unique characteristics into strengths that enhance their learning and your teaching.

MODULE FOUR

Motivation

Motivating gifted students requires a nuanced approach. This module addresses the unique factors that drive their motivation, offering strategies to foster a growth mindset and resilience.

You’ll discover what works—and what doesn’t—so you can keep your students engaged and eager to learn.

MODULE FIVE

Perfectionism

Perfectionism can be both a gift and a burden. This module helps you navigate the complexities of perfectionism in gifted students, offering techniques to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy forms. You’ll gain practical strategies to help students manage their perfectionism, focus on growth, and conquer procrastination.

BONUS MODULE

Biblio- and Cinematherapy

Literature and films can be powerful tools for emotional exploration. In this bonus module, you’ll learn how to use stories and characters to foster critical thinking and empathy in your students. By integrating biblio- and cinematherapy into your teaching, you’ll create engaging, meaningful lessons that resonate with students both academically and emotionally.

there's more...

Let's talk about the bonuses.

BONUS 1

You will love this 300+ page Social Emotional Learning Discussion Prompts bonus! You’ll get 60 unique prompts for discussion and/or written response!

BONUS 2

Ongoing included monthly office hours to get support, ask questions, and join in a community.

BONUS 3

A fabulous 30-page perfectionism workbook you can use yourself OR with your students! It’s loaded with great tips and activities.

BONUS 4

You’ll get attitude posters so your students can choose their attitude everyday.

BONUS 5

The feelings words printables are incredibly comprehensive.

Bonus: Use them in writing, too!

BONUS 6

Book recommendations for bibliotherapy for younger and older students.

The quality you're used to

As someone who’s spent years in the classroom, I know how challenging it can be to meet the unique social and emotional needs of gifted students.

That’s why I created this course—to give you practical, actionable strategies that really work.

And just so I'm clear...
(Because I don't believe in wasting your time)

You're in the right place if:

You’re seeking practical strategies to support the unique social and emotional needs of gifted students and even tools to use in your real life.
You’re tired of courses that are all theory and no action. You want to make effective, easy-to-use changes in your classroom right now.
You want to create a classroom where students feel emotionally supported, motivated, and eager to learn.

You're in the wrong place if:

You’re looking for a one-size-fits-all approach to student behavior and aren’t interested in exploring the specific needs of gifted learners.
You prefer theoretical discussions, and you’re not looking for tools that you can apply immediately in your teaching practice.
You’re not open to learning new methods for addressing emotional and social challenges in the classroom.

I'm Lisa Van Gemert

I know first hand how difficult it can be to find quality professional development that is actionable.

It’s no secret that I have provided professional development to over 50,000 teachers.

What makes my PD different is that it’s real. The strategies are ones I’ve used in a real classroom with my real students.

I also have to have 150 hours of PD every 5 years to renew my own teaching certification, so I want PD to amazing.

I’ve created my PD courses for teachers just like you who want to create great classrooms through the power of great PD.

frequently asked questions

You've got Q's? I've got A's.

Here are some of the questions I get asked a lot (and the answers!).

How long does it take to complete the course

The course is six hours. That includes the time it takes to watch the videos and take the assessment.

How do I get a certificate?

After you take the assessment and score an 85% or higher, a certificate will be emailed to you.

What if I don't pass the assessment?

You can review the parts that you didn’t remember well and take it again!

Are there discounts?

Yes, if you need 5 or more licenses, there is a group discount price. There is also special pricing for school districts.

Are there refunds?

Because you have instant access to all of the material, refunds are only given for accidental duplicate purchases.

Can I use the course to present PD myself?

Special licenses are available for this. Purchasing the course allows access for one teacher’s personal use.

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