About

Founder & Head of School

Mrs. Brianne Hudak, M. Ed. has been in education for over seventeen years serving in public, private, and charter schools. She holds a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Communications and Theater from Charleston Southern University along with certifications in gifted and talented education. Her master's degree is in Educational Administration and Supervision from Charleston Southern University, and she is pursuing a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education focusing on addressing underachievement in gifted and talented individuals. She is passionate about gifted education and committed to student success and well-being through tailored support and holistic development.

Her roles have been quite diverse; she has taught PK3-5th grades, gifted and talented, single-gender, STEM, and theatre arts, and worked as a student activities director, curriculum and instructional specialist, dean of students, assistant principal, adjunct professor, and K-12 school leader. Mrs. Hudak is an educational coach and consultant, entrepreneur, and professional member of the Council for Exceptional Children- The Association for the Gifted (CEC-TAG), the North Carolina Association for the Gifted and Talented (NCAGT), the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC), the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children (WCGTC) and Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG) serving as a North Carolina state liaison. She is excited about the future of gifted education and hopes Journeys will open eyes, minds, and hearts to this special population.


Contact Information: bhudak@journeysgt.org


Mission and Vision

The mission of Journeys School for the Gifted and Talented is to provide exceptional education to exceptional students in an exceptional school. Journeys independent school will meet students' unique needs holistically through personalized learning journeys in which they reflect, goal set, and master content based on their specific skills, interests, and approaches to learning. 


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The vision of Journeys School for the Gifted and Talented is to develop lifelong learners, leaders, and global citizens that will positively impact their community and beyond. This is achieved by creating a sustainable learning environment with a diverse population, equitable practices, and inclusive culture. 

"It's about the journey as much as the outcome."- Author Unknown