CAG Legislative Action Interest Survey

California currently has no Educational Code that identifies gifted learners as a unique learner group with specific learner needs. The identification of gifted students and addressing their educational and emotional needs is left to the discretion of local control. This has created an inequitable system that disproportionately impacts historically under-served students and their families.

Changing this system in California requires a coalition of vocal activists with a common message: California's Gifted learners deserve educational environments that see them and support their unique learning needs, because they will not "be fine on their own." We believe that California can do better for our diverse gifted learners in all communities.

By completing this Google Form, and sharing your contact information, you agree to be contacted regarding opportunities for local and national activism. As your efforts are needed, you will receive support from California Association for the Gifted.

Please respond to the following questions, so that we know how to best involve you in this initiative.

First Name *

Last Name *

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Are you currently a member of CA Association for the Gifted? * *

What best describes your role in education (select all that apply): *

Do you represent a historically underserved community in California? (e.g. African-American, Latinx, English Learner, low-socio-economic status, etc.)?

If you are a parent, briefly describe your child and/or family's story about Gifted Education in California.

If you are an educator, briefly describe your classroom experience with Gifted Education in California.

Please select the response that best describes the current school system in which you are involved. *

Briefly describe the level of Gifted Education Services/Identification/Programming available in your current school system.

Rank your past experience in lobbying or meeting with elected officials. *

In what ways are you most comfortable supporting our efforts (check all that apply) *

Rank your past experience in letter writing to elected officials *

Rank how comfortable you feel attending meetings alone with elected officials or their staff members *

I am most interested in helping out with: *

What topics related to Gifted Education are you most passionate about?

What is the best way for CAG to connect with you about Legislative Day of Action opportunities?