TEMPO is now seeking a new editor for the journal starting in late 2010 with the Winter 2011 issue. If you or someone you know is interested, please see the full posting (PDF).

TEMPO is the official publication of the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented (TAGT). Its mission is to promote awareness of issues in gifted education and to provide information on research and best practices in the field. TEMPO recognizes the unique needs of children and youth with demonstrated or potential gifts and talents from all cultures, racial backgrounds and socioeconomic groups and endeavors to support these needs through a high-quality educational journal.

TEMPO is TAGT's quarterly professional journal that is distributed to numerous professional members, educators, and parents across the state of Texas, as well as across the United States. TEMPO is issued four times each year: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.  

Peer Reviewers

Tempo is now accepting applications for peer reviewers.  If you are interested in reviewing manuscripts for Tempo, we encourage you to download the peer reviewer application, fill it out and electronically send it back along with a copy of your resume or vitae to the editor, Dr. Cindy Little at:  cynthia_little@baylor.edu.  Serving as a peer reviewer is a rewarding experience as peer reviewers play a major role in mentoring new authors and assisting in maintaining high standards for the contents of the journal.

Advertising

Approximately 3,000 copies of TEMPO are distributed quarterly to TAGT members. Subscription to TEMPO is among the primary benefits of membership.

Advertisements must be deemed appropriate for "educators and parents who are able to meet the unique needs of gifted and talent students." Mailing restrictions prohibit TAGT from accepting advertisements for insurance or financial services, or "vacation packages."

See the TEMPO Advertising Rate Card for more detailed information, or email dest...@txgifted.org with any questions.

Guidelines for Article Submission

TEMPO Magazine is now accepting manuscript submissions for upcoming issues.  We are looking for original, previously unpublished manuscripts that address all topics related to giftedness.  Since TEMPO's focus is primarily on the practical, we lean towards publishing articles that will be of immediate use to readers either at home or in educational settings.  However, please be aware that even though articles are expected to be of a practical nature, they should be based on sound, well documented research.  Please contact Cynthia Little, Cynt...@baylor.edu regarding material submissions. Do not mail materials to the TAGT office.

TEMPO is a juried publication, and manuscripts are evaluated by members of the editorial board and/or other reviewers.  Opinions expressed by individual authors do not necessarily represent official positions of the Association.  The Editorial Board includes:

• Cynthia Little, Editor (email Cynt...@baylor.edu)
• Karen Fitzgerald, Spring Branch ISD
• Tina Forester, Katy ISD
• Todd Kettler, Coppell ISD
• Dr. Joyce E. Kyle Miller, Texas A & M, Commerce
• Jennifer Robins, Prufrock Press
• Dr. Gail Ryser, Texas State University

Please keep in mind the following when submitting manuscripts: 

1. Manuscripts should be 5-12 pages on a topic related to gifted education.
2. References should follow the APA style outlined in the fifth edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association.
3. Submit an electronic copy, typed, 12 pt. font, double-spaced manuscript. Use a 1 ½ “ margin on all sides.
4. In addition to title page, a cover page must be attached that includes the author’s name, title, school or program affiliation, home and work address, email address, phone numbers, and fax number.
5. Place tables, figures, illustrations, and photographs on separate pages. Each should have a title.
6. Author accepted manuscripts must transfer copyright to TEMPO, which holds copyright to all articles and reviews.  

Reprinting of Materials 

Articles appearing in TEMPO may be reprinted as desired unless marked by a copyright symbol or reprinted from another source. Please credit TEMPO and send a copy of your publication containing the reprint to the TEMPO. For electronic reprinting, please contact the editor.