Dedicated to meeting the needs of Iowa's gifted and talented individuals. ITAG is an affiliate of the National Association for Gifted Children.
The Iowa Talented and Gifted Association is a tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization which was organized almost 50 years ago with a vision that gifted and talented children in the State of Iowa should receive an education commensurate with their abilities and needs. ITAG promotes advocacy at the national, state and local levels, pre-service and in-service training in gifted education, and parent/communit
06/17/2026
ITAG invites presentation proposals for our 2026 Annual Conference scheduled for Monday, October 26th thru Tuesday, October 27th at the Sheraton West Des Moines! Breakout sessions should reflect the conference theme “Firmly Planted, Always Growing." Proposal submissions due Friday, June 22nd. Submit here: https://iowatag.org/survey.php?id=45
06/02/2026
ITAG invites presentation proposals for our 2026 Annual Conference scheduled for Monday, October 26th thru Tuesday, October 27th at the Sheraton West Des Moines! Breakout sessions should reflect the conference theme “Firmly Planted, Always Growing." Proposal submissions due Friday, June 22nd. Submit here: https://iowatag.org/survey.php?id=45
05/31/2026
As we wrap up Teacher Appreciation Month, we want to share some of the amazing qualities that teachers express. Have additional attributes to share? Post in the comments!
05/28/2026
ITAG invites presentation proposals for our 2026 Annual Conference scheduled for Monday, October 26th thru Tuesday, October 27th at the Sheraton West Des Moines! Breakout sessions should reflect the conference theme “Firmly Planted, Always Growing." Proposal submissions due Friday, June 22nd.
Submit here: https://iowatag.org/survey.php?id=45
05/27/2026
Thank you for making a difference! We’re proud to recognize the dedication, expertise, and the lasting impact of educators who support gifted learners during Teacher Appreciation Month!
05/21/2026
Celebrate great teachers this month for Teacher Appreciation Month! Have a story to share about your favorite teacher? Share it here!
Great teachers don’t just teach—they transform lives and inspire by boosting potential.
Thank you!
05/15/2026
Thank you for your dedication, expertise, and lasting impact of educators who support gifted learners. To every educator making a difference in the lives of those you teach - thank you!
05/12/2026
Looking for ways to inspire? Remember: "Students from even the most privileged schools may suppress their aspirations - their passions and intense interests - because their deepest desires are held captive to the practicality of what others call success." (p. 2 Bena Kallick & Allision Zmuda)