Sponsored Gifted Programs for Kids
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(309) 677-2374
Jon C. Neidy, Director, Division of Continuing Education
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Students 6 to 14 years of age
World of Wonder is an enrichment-oriented educational day program which enables gifted and talented students to explore and expand their interests and abilities in a university environment.
http://home.cod.edu/academics/conted/youth/
Debra Kennedy, Talent Search Coordinator
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Talent Search Program
Talent Search courses provide academic enrichment and acceleration critical to the development of gifted students. Students enrolled in grades 3 to 12 can participate in one of the leading programs of its kind in the country, featuring expanded opportunities in math, science, information technology, problem solving, literature, language and writing.
Grades K to 8 Enrichment Programs
Enrichment and review classes provide opportunities for students to increase their knowledge and improve their academic skills throughout the year. A wide variety of programming options are offered, from academic skill builders, languages, arts, sciences and technology, as well as popular summer day camps.
(847) 697-1000
(815) 479-7559
Maria Frostman
Kids and College
The Continuing Education program sponsors Kids and College, which consists of enrichment programs for gifted children in grades pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
(847) 901-0173
The Center for Gifted offers an innovative and unique approach to education, providing superb opportunities for young people to explore diverse subjects in a challenging, creative environment free from the pressures of tests and grades. At The Center for Gifted, programs are designed specifically to meet the unique educational needs of gifted children in an environment that is supportive and nurturing of their individual gifts and talents.
Northwestern University
Center for Talent Development
(847) 491-3782
Students completing grades PreK through 12th grade
The Center for Talent Development is an accredited learning center and research facility serving the gifted community of the
The Midwest Academic Talent Search (MATS) is a program that offers above-grade-level testing to bright students. MATS provides students and parents with assessment and counseling tools that enable them to make wiser academic decisions about courses to take and paths to choose.
Saturday Enrichment Program offers enriching and challenging courses for academically talented PreK-9th grade students in
The Gifted LearningLinks Distance Learning Programs offers academically talented students the opportunity to take enrichment, high school honors, and Advanced Placement (AP) courses either online or via traditional correspondence. These programs are designed for independent students who wish to move quickly to advanced levels of coursework, whose local school offerings are limited, who have scheduling difficulties, or who are home-schooled.
The Civic Education Project (CEP) is an award-winning leadership and citizenship program for outstanding high school and junior high school students. CEP combines traditional education and community service to promote civic responsibility among young people. Through innovative school year programs and summer courses, CEP offers promising young people opportunities to learn and serve in communities across the country, developing the knowledge, experience, and leadership skills they need to make a positive impact on society.
The Summer Program offers accelerated courses in mathematics, science and the humanities. Apogee, Spectrum and Equinox courses meet for three weeks, five hours per day, with commuter and resident options available. Leapfrog courses meet for one week, and are commuter only.
Northwestern University
National High School Institute
617 Noyes
students high school, priority given to juniors
The National High School Institute, established in 1931, is the nation’s oldest and largest university-based program for outstanding high school students. Students gain practical college-level experience in their chosen field; interact closely with outstanding faculty; tackle new social and intellectual challenges; and experience campus life with other exceptional high school students. NHSI students leave the Institute better able to make decisions about their future, and many go on to study at the finest colleges and universities.
The Scholars Program
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(630) 892-6431
http://www.packergroup.com/scholars/index.cfm
Dr. Ann Butcher, Director
High School
The Scholars Program is a lecture series offered to gifted and talented high school age students. It encourages excellence and enrichment opportunities among gifted students, and expands students’ knowledge in areas of interest.
Illinois Aerospace Institute
306 Talbot Lab,
(217) 244-8048
Diane Jeffers, Coordinator of External Relations
The Illinois Aerospace Institute is a one-week summer residential program for students entering grades 9 to 12 which provides an outstanding introduction to aerospace science and engineering through classroom studies, laboratory work, field trips and workshops.
Exploring Your Options, Worldwide Youth in Science & Engineering
Discover Engineering, Worldwide Youth in Science & Engineering
400 Engineering Hall, 1101 W.
(217) 333-6634
http://ness2.uic.edu/UI-Service/programs/UIUC316.html
Mary Weaver, Director
Exploring Your Options, Worldwide Youth in Science & Engineering
This is a one-week residential program for junior and senior students who are interested in math and science.
Discover Engineering, Worldwide Youth in Science & Engineering
This program is a week-long residential camp where sophomore students will be involved in hands-on projects that incorporate several aspects of engineering.
G.A.M.E.S. Summer Camp
Women in Engineering Program
206 Engineering Hall,
(217) 244-7673
www.engr.uiuc.edu/k12/summercamps.php
Minosca Alcantara
students entering 6th-9th grade
G.A.M.E.S. (Girls’ Adventures in Mathematics, Engineering, and Science) provides academically talented middle school girls the opportunity to explore math, engineering and science through demonstrations, classroom presentations, hands-on activities and contacts with other women in these technical fields.