Instructors

Bethany Dizon

Bethany Dizon is an experienced educator with over 20 years expertise in enhancing educational practices. Currently an instructional coach servicing all teachers K-8  in additionally with a  K-6 self-contained gifted program. Bethany holds two Master’s degree in both Educational Best Practices as well as Leadership and Administration focusing on instructional best practices. She is dedicated to helping educators implement innovative curricula that prioritize depth and complexity, ensuring all students thrive in their learning environments. As a passionate advocate for teacher development, Bethany collaborates with educators to share effective strategies, resources, and insights to improve classroom practices. She has presented at various educational conferences, focusing on practical approaches to instruction and curriculum. 

Lorelei Barrett

Lorelei Barrett, M.ED., is currently an Elementary School Counselor at Twin Peaks K-8 in the Marana Unified School District. Lorelei's 30 plus years in the field of Education includes the role of teacher in both elementary and middle school in both the regular and self-contained gifted classrooms. As a gifted specialist, she found her passion in the academic and social-emotional aspects of her position. This includes multiple presentations at district and county level to enhance the gifted practices in education.  A life long learner, she continues to research and explore the fascinating world of gifted children, using her counseling background to connect the two and bring about collaborative change in the self-contained gifted and talented program at her school. 

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