School-based gifted education professionals regularly serve in multiple capacities in today's schools. The majority are classified as program teachers who instruct, advise, and counsel students. Often, these teachers are also expected to serve as curriculum developers, consultants, teacher trainers, policy makers, and program evaluators. Are program teachers prepared for these very different responsibilities? What skills are needed to teach, advise, and counsel students? What skills are needed to work effectively with colleagues? Find out about one state's comprehensive efforts, over decades, to address these teacher needs through legislative action and professional development.