Andy Tucker to Receive the Sherry Hamilton Gifted Educator of the Year Award 

9/22/2026 10:24 pm

GC-SAGE and the Hamilton Family are thrilled to announce that Andy Tucker, 7th and 8th grade ASPIRE Social Studies teacher at Cross Timbers Middle School, is the recipient of the 2025–2026 Sherry Hamilton GT Educator of the Year Award! Named in memory of beloved GCISD GT educator Sherry Hamilton, this award celebrates educators who spark curiosity, foster deep critical thinking, and empower gifted learners to stretch beyond their limits.

Mr. Tucker transforms his CTMS classroom into an environment where zany creativity meets rigorous academic engagement. Whether dressed as a historical figure, challenging students to design ads for mystery products, or using his famous “Tucker Tests” to push critical thinking, he brings learning off the page. As one parent shared, his unique style "makes ideas memorable and meaningful," instilling lessons that students carry with them long after leaving his classroom.

Over a remarkable 25-year teaching career, Mr. Tucker has built a legacy of respecting student ideas and empowering young minds. The long-term impact of his mentorship was captured best by a former student—now serving as the Director of the Governor’s Office of New Americans in Illinois:

“The foundational skills of my work can be traced back to the lessons I learned in Coach T’s class—how to approach problems boldly, plan a course of action, and execute with a team... His class showed us the power of GT learning before we even really knew what that meant.”

Please join us in celebrating Andy Tucker for a quarter-century of extraordinary passion, leadership, and dedication to GCISD students!

What is the Sherry Hamilton Award? 

Learn more about the history of the award here. 

2026-27 Executive Board, Welcome to our new leadership

6/19/2026 10:19 am

New officers announced! SAGE is excited to share our new officers with you, and will be updating more as additional roles are filled. 

Elected 2026-2027 Executive Board

Immediate Past President       Carrie Mamantov*

Nominating Committee Shares Slate for 2026-27 SAGE Board

4/25/2026 3:13 pm

Your voice matters! We invite all members to join us for an upcoming Zoom meeting to officially vote on this new board. Our Nominating Committee has selected a group of dedicated individuals ready to serve our gifted and talented community.

Proposed 2026-2027 Executive Board Slate

Immediate Past President       Carrie Mamantov*

Join Our Upcoming Zoom Election

Your voice matters! We invite all members to join us for an upcoming Zoom meeting to officially vote on this new board. This meeting provides the opportunity for our membership to approve the leadership that will guide our organization through the next year.

Meeting Details:

• Date: June 1, 2026

• Time: 7PM

• Location: Google Meeting / Zoom (Link to follow in a separate calendar invite)

🚀 GCISD DECATS 2026: REGISTRATION IS LIVE!

3/16/2026 11:00 am

Unlock a Summer of Innovation at Glenhope Elementary

Registration is officially open for Year 2 of DECATS! This program is designed specifically for current GCISD GT students (Grades 2-6) to explore everything from Lego Robotics and Hogwarts to Coding and Culinary Kids.

Tue March 31: GC-SAGE Conversation with the Candidates

2/10/2026 9:20 am

Why Your Attendance Matters

Decisions made by the Board of Trustees directly impact the funding, staffing, and structure of the programs your children rely on. SAGE advocates to maintain quality and resilient Advanced Academics programs—your voice and your vote are always important to ensure District leadership understands the variety of lived experiences coming directly from the community.

When: March 31

Where: Cross Timbers Middle School (CTMS)

Time: 6PM-8PM

Baylor TIP Summer 2026 Class Opportunity

2/7/2026 10:32 am

GHS's Hunter Corb will be teaching two classes this summer through Baylor Tip:

Looking for fun and challenging learning opportunities this summer for your 8th-12th grader?

Sign up now to save a spot for the overnight camp at Baylor in Waco. 

Celebrating 15 Years of SAGE!

2/1/2026 8:42 pm

Show your love for SAGE celebrating 15 years of Supporting and Advocating for Gifted Education in GCISD. 

Join SAGE at Talking Animals Books Tuesday, Feb 10, between 6:00-7:30.

Giving feedback in the Math Curriculum Selection, Jan 2026

1/19/2026 3:06 pm

This adoption is not just about choosing a textbook; it is about selecting an instructional ecosystem. This is a great opportunity for families to review and give input. 

How to Give Feedback to District

1. Download & Review: Use the Instructional Materials Links to review each of the vendor programs.
2. Attend: Review the guide before attending one of the TWO Open Sessions
3. Submit: Complete the Official Feedback Rubric. Your comments are the only way to create an official record that our community demands more than just "meeting the standard."

GCISD Educators Shine at GiftED25 Conference (with students, too)

12/9/2025 12:00 am

A huge shout out to the great mix of teachers, administrators, and students, who all worked together to present at the annual state conference for gifted education this December. 

They had a highly successful trip to GiftED25 (at the Gaylord Hotel in Grapevine), gaining fresh strategies and showcasing the incredible innovation happening in our district's Advanced Academics programs.

We are incredibly proud of our teachers, students, and the innovation they bring to learning! The insights from this conference will directly inform our program development and advocacy moving forward.

GT Identification Meeting for K-4 Parents

11/8/2025 4:00 pm

Open Info Session hosted by GCISD Advanced Academics team for any parents with questions.