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TAG Superhero Academy

While we may not have superhuman abilities, training, or gadgets, we educators share one similarity with superheroes: The origin story. We all face challenges that require us to make choices that set our lives' trajectories which then affect those around us, sometimes for years to come. Learn fun, easy-to-use, and research-backed gratitude skills in this interactive workshop to not only benefit yourself, but your classroom, school, and community!

This talk was presented at:
2026 National ESEA Conference
February 2026 in Denver, CO
For more information:
https://chrisdtgordon.com
Speakers
Chris DT Gordon, M. Ed.

Chris DT is a family man, online middle school special education teacher, professional speaker, author, runner, martial artist, and pop culture enthusiast (aka geek). He is also a survivor of a life-threatening disease who endured two months in the hospital and 15 surgeries: in other words, one major origin story. After a fateful conversation with his wife/partner/best friend Becky, he developed a new mindset and now uses his story and message to inspire and motivate others to overcome their individual challenges with gratitude, positivity, and resilience, and achieve their greatness on their own terms!