An information evening for educators and parents
With
Dr Geraldine Townend
Beyond the Grades:
Addressing some of the Social-Emotional Roots of Underachievement
Underachievement in students is often misunderstood as a lack of ability or motivation, when in fact it can stem from complex social-emotional factors such as perfectionism, anxiety, imposter syndrome, isolation, and loneliness. These internal struggles can manifest in school avoidance, emotional dysregulation, and a deep sense of disconnection. This presentation explores how these challenges impact learning and wellbeing, and more importantly, outlines practical, evidence-informed strategies for schools and families to support students. By fostering emotionally safe environments and building strong, responsive relationships, we can help students re-engage, thrive, and reach their potential.
This session will follow the TAG AGM
7.50 pm – 9:15 pm, Thursday 25th September 2025 HOBART TIME (AEST)
Dr Geraldine Townend is an academic with global recognition through her work with the University of New South Wales and the Gifted Education Research and Resource Information Centre (GERRIC). She is a lecturer and researcher and prominent in her field around Integrating evidence-based research into classroom practice with expertise in gifted and twice-exceptional education. Internationally recognised, Geraldine frequently speaks at prestigious international conferences, including in Japan, Europe, Saudi Arabia and China. She has delivered professional development for educators across 244 education establishments globally and collaborates with multiple education authorities. Geraldine is also the Director of the Master of Teaching and is Associate Editor for the Australasian Journal of Gifted Education.
Cost: current TAG financial members - free; non-members - $10
Those registered will be emailed a link and instructions for connecting to Zoom a few days before the event.
The event will be recorded and the recording link sent (a day or two later) to all who register.
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