My name is Megan Minno and I am a Gifted Learning Teacher in Denver, CO! From a young age, I have been passionate about education and supporting students holistically.

My journey began at the University of Alabama (Roll Tide!) for undergrad where I double majored in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. During this time, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to teach in Knysna, South Africa for 6 months – developing many of my educational philosophies. After graduating, I began my teaching career in Central Florida with some amazing Third Graders. Three years later, I decided to continue my education and attend University of South Florida where I received a Masters in Special Education: Gifted.

After finishing my masters, my husband and I decided to relocate to Denver, Colorado. Here I have been a gifted learning teacher at two different schools. Some of my favorite parts of my job include:

• Working with gifted students to develop an Advanced Learning Plan each year consisting of academic and affective goals
• Supporting 24 different teachers through co-planning and co-teaching to support differentiation within the classroom
• Teaching critical thinking lessons in many classrooms to provide talent development for all students
• Providing social emotional lessons to individual gifted students geared toward their needs and goals
• Facilitating testing – consisting of cognitive screeners, academic assessments, and qualitative checklists
• Developing and teaching PD school-wide for continued understanding of gifted characteristics, needs, and supports

I hope this page helps you, whether a teacher, parent, or student in better understanding gifted education. Because it is continually changing, I urge you to join the conversation!

X. Megan