Working with SENG

SENG is actively seeking to partner with existing organizations and conferences to offer workshops, keynote presentations, seminars, panels and discussions relating to the social and emotional aspects of giftedness. Many members of our diverse Board of Directors are nationally recognized experts in their fields, as well as being skilled speakers and teachers. If you are looking for a way to expand what your convention has to offer, consider hiring SENG to come and present.

SENG also has elections annually for new members of our Board of Directors. Check out the basic duties of our working Board below, and, if you have time, resources and passion to devote to SENG, consider running for election. Elections take place once a year, for 3-year terms, and the call for applications in announced in The SENG Update.

Bring SENG to your workshop or convention

Is your state or local gifted organization interested in adding an affective strand to an upcoming conference?

Would your annual business convention benefit from workshops on unique learning styles and how best to work with gifted colleagues?

Does your professional organization offer continuing education courses for mental health or health professionals?

Past SENG-infused conferences and workshops include:
  • Washington Association of Educators of Talented and Gifted: Wings to Fly, Fall 2001
  • Kentucky Association for Gifted Education: Nurturing Social Emotional Needs of the Gifted, Fall 2002
  • Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District teachers and counselors workshop, March 2003
  • GATE, Los Angeles, December 2003
  • Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented, November 2004
  • Nebraska Association for the Gifted, 2005
SENG welcomes letters of inquiry or proposals.


SENG Director Duties and Expectations

Candidates for Director positions shall evidence a commitment for the mission of SENG and the social and emotional needs of the gifted. SENG is searching for people with skills to help the organization continue to expand in the areas of effective governance and increased development, as well as those who can contribute to creation and maintenance of specialized programming. SENG directors are part of a working board that commits time to active committee work as well as providing local and national leadership for core constituencies. New Directors should contribute positively to a balanced representation of diverse clients, roles, and geographical areas.
  1. Actively participating in the governance process of SENG by:
    1. Becoming knowledgeable about all aspects of Board business and responsibilities in order to contribute insights, suggestions, or critical thoughts for Board consideration
    2. Attending and actively participating in Board meetings and special retreats (generally 2 in-person; 2 teleconferences annually)
    3. Attending the SENG Conference and cultivating the interests of others to attend
    4. Serving on at least one standing committee with active participation involving responsibilities to be carried out in a timely manner
    5. Promoting SENG in his/her community and relevant organizations and increasing awareness and interest in supporting SENG and its mission
  2. Actively promoting the financial health of SENG by:
    1. Making a personal contribution to the Annual Fund in an amount appropriate to a meaningful sense of personal investment and ownership
    2. Actively seeking individuals, corporations and/or foundations who might respond to requests for financial support/gifts
  3. Being available for one expenses-only presentation annually
  4. Responding to customer service inquiries forwarded by the SENG staff
  5. Critically reviewing SENG’s financial statements on a regular basis
  6. Actively recruiting candidates to fill open Board positions
Candidates for open positions must be nominated by a current Director. If you're interested in serving on the Board, get to know us! Contact a current Director to learn more about the process.