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This thread is the place to for any middle school and/or high school programs geared towards getting underrepresented minority students into college and motivating them to pursue professional careers.
Please include contact information or a link to the website for the program.
If you are a student interested in these healthcare related programs, purchase a copy of Minority Student Opportunities in United States Medical Schools or visit your local library or your guidance counselor's office for more information.
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Many great programs for kids in the 11th/12th grades. Please pass them on!
Subject: Summer Programs 2007
American Legion Student Trooper Program - June 24-29, 2007
Students who have completed their junior or senior year of high school are invited to attend the NC American Legion Trooper Program. This program's purpose is to create an association between our young people and the men and women who are responsible for enforcing the laws of our State. Tuition is $200 and participants will learn the use of police skills, including drug detection firearms safety, and precision driving. Each participant must be sponsored by an American Legion Post. If you need assistance finding a sponsoring post call (919) 832-7506. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.
Deadline: May 30, 2007
ASA Summer Programs
Academic Study Associates offers several programs for high school students.
College Admissions Prep for students completing 10th and 11th grades at
Columbia University July 15-July 26, at Tufts University July 1- July 12 and
at UC-Berkeley June 17-June 28 or July 31- August 11 Summersion - A cultural immersion program for high school students in Spain, France, Italy and Costa Rica Summerfuel pre-college programs for high school students at
UMASS-Amherst, UC- Berkeley, Oxford University and Cambridge University For more information visit the website at www.asaprograms.com
or call 1-800-752-2250.
Boston University High School Honors Programs -June 17 - August 10
The high school Honors Program allows juniors in high school the opportunity to enroll and attend a six-week undergraduate program and earn credit.
Juniors also have the opportunity to participate in a Research Internship in
Science and Engineering.
Summer Challenge offers juniors, sophomores or freshmen a 2 two week
programs where students explore two topics of interest in non-credit
classes. For more information and for applications visit the website at
www.bu.edu/summer/highschool .
Deadlines: May 15 and May 1, respectively.
The College of William and Mary Pre-Collegiate Summer Program in Early
American History - June 24-July 14 or July 15- Aug 4
This summer program is offered for college credit to high school juniors and seniors. Students
will earn 4 hours of college credit for the three-week summer academic
course that will teach early American history through the use of historic
places, including surviving structures, archaeology sites, and museums. For
more information please visit the website at www.wm.edu/niahd
Application deadline: April 23, 2007.
Junior Statesman Summer School
This program offers a challenging, dynamic academic experience for students
who have a passion for politics and government. This summer, 1300
outstanding high school students will gather on four campuses (Georgetown,
Princeton, Yale and Sanford) to immerse themselves in what they love,
politics, history and debate. For more information on this program please
visit the website at www.jsa.org or email to
[email protected] .
General Hugh Shelton Leadership Challenge Institute
Rising 9 th through 12th grade students who have a minimum GPA of 3.0 are invited to attend an intense 5.5 day experience for future leaders of America. During these days you will expand your knowledge and skills of what it takes to be a great leader. Locations and dates are June 17-22 at UNC-Charlotte (www.uncc.edu ), application deadline June 4, or July 22-27 at the
Eastern 4-H Environmental Education Center ( www.eastern4hcenter.org ), application deadline July 9, 2007.
Summer Scholars Pre-College Program at George Washington University
GW offers 10 day mini-courses for rising 10-12 graders in biomedical
engineering, photojournalism, election politics, and law and evidence. Also
offers for rising seniors are 6 week summer programs in writing,
undergraduate courses for credit, college life, and academic exploration.
For more information visit the website at www.summerscholarsgwu.edu
or call 202-242-6802.
Hargrave Military Academy Summer Programs - June 25-July 21
Students grades 7-12 are invited to attend Hargrave's Summer Program.
Courses are designed to strengthen academic skills, take new courses for
middle and high school or to repeat courses they may not have passed. For
more information visit the website at www.hargrave.edu
Martha Guy Summer Program for Future Business Leaders - Appalachian State University -July 8-28
This 3 week program for rising seniors will provide students with a combination of business education extracurricular activities to enhance their high school experience, making them competitive candidates for college admission. Students will spend two weeks on campus and then travel one week to Washington, D.C. and New York. Deadline: February 15, 2007.
For more information visit http://www.business.appstate.edu
or contact Deanne Smith at 1-877-277-6474 or email at [email protected]
Harvard University-Secondary School Program --- June 23-August17, 2007
Join a vibrant community of motivated students and distinguished faculty as you satisfy your intellectual curiosity, earn academic credit, and explore
Harvard University. There are more than 200 courses to choose from and
special courses in drama, math and writing. For more information call (617)
495-3192 or [email protected] < mailto:[email protected]> or visit the website at www.ssp.harvard.edu .
The Museum of Life and Science Summer Science Camp Youth Volunteers
The Museum of Life and Science has summer volunteer opportunities for students.
Summer Science Camp Youth Volunteers spend seven hours each day during two separate weeks working as part of a classroom team with an educator andclass assistant.
Youth Volunteers may work at the museum in Durham or Estes
Hill Elementary in Chapel Hill. Volunteers perform a variety of important
tasks ranging from class set-up and take down to helping kids with class
projects. This year volunteers may be assisting in
camps with a Robotics, Entomology, CSI or Wetlands theme.
Youth Volunteers must be at least 12 years old by May 31, 2006 . Applications must be returned to Leslie Stewart by Friday, March 2nd. Questions-call 220-5429 ext 360 or email [email protected]
North Carolina A & T University Higher Learning Institute-June 28 - August
3, 2007
The Higher Learning Institute is a progressive academic summer
program for students who desire to take broad steps to advance their college
careers before and after they graduate from high school. Students have the
opportunity to earn up to seven hours of college credit each year attended.
During the 5 week experience, each student will attend workshops, explore
career options, and visit historical sites.
For more information and for
applications please visit the website at www.ncat.edu/~hilearng
or call 1-888-323-6237
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The Howard Hughes Summer Science Program, sponsored by the Spelman College Biology Department, is for rising female 12th graders interested in pursuing careers in biology, biochemistry and other
biomedical-related fields.
The program is a five-week residential program taking place June 17-July 20, 2007.
This program is designed to provide participants with an integrative science educational experience and to develop their interpersonal skills.
Students that are eligible to apply to the program must be:
* A rising 12th grade female student enrolled in an accredited high school program
* Maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; able to attend the program for all five weeks students may not participate in other programs concurrently.
The application deadline is March 30, 2007.
For program application and information, interested students should visit the following website:
http://rrped.spelman.edu/hhmi_summer_program.asp ?
user_id=2006&category_type=hhmisumme.
If you have any questions contact:
* phone (404)270-5855 or
* email [email protected] .
Tokiwa T. Smith
Howard Hughes Program Coordinator
Biology Department
Spelman College
350 Spelman Lane SW, Box 1183
Atlanta , GA 30314-4399
Direct: 404-270-5855
Fax: 404-270-5725
Email: [email protected]
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Maryland 2007 Summer Centers Brochure
Excerpt below, click here for full details http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/programs/giftedtalented/centers.htm
*The Goal of the Maryland Summer Centers program is to provide opportunities for Maryland's gifted and talented students to work with likeminded peers in an area of ability and interest. Many participants have reported these programs to be a lifechanging experience, meeting for the first time others with interests and abilities like their own and forming lasting friendships.
*All principal instructors are certified teachers or experts in their field of study. Teaching Assistants are generally college students majoring in the content offered by the Center.
*Financial Assistance/Scholarships are available to qualified students.
*If your child's school does not identify students as gifted and talented, your child may still apply. He or she will have an opportunity to demonstrate outstanding ability through the Maryland Summer Centers application
process.
*Transportation is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. However, the Center's contact person may assist you in arranging a car pool. Parents/guardians must be residents of the State of Maryland.
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John Hopkins, Center for Talented Youth's summer programs Brief information below, click here for full details http://cty.jhu.edu/summer/
Welcome to the Center for Talented Youth's summer programs. Like students with talent in athletics or the arts, students with academic talent deserve the opportunity to develop their skills to highest possible level. Our summer programs offer eligible students from all over the country and around the world the opportunity to engage in challenging academic work in the company of peers who share their exceptional abilities and love of learning. While the focus is on rigorous academics and learning, the social experience that results from bringing these students together is an integral part of the program. Please click on Summer Programs - Grades 2-12 to learn more about what we have to offer and how our courses can help highly able students explore their potential to the fullest.
==========================
This Summer Search Catalog provided by Montgomery County Public Schools is wide ranging. Learn more about the Summer Search Program Click here for more details
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/info/summersearch/
=======================================
Courses in Gifted Education
The University of Southern Mississippi
Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Special Education
Courses Required for Teacher Certification in Gifted Education in Mississippi
SPE 460/560 Characteristics and Education of Gifted Students
This course includes characteristics, educational options, assessment and referral procedures, and legal issues. Teacher attributes and competencies, family characteristics, and local, state, and national issues are also addressed.
SPE 661 Methods and Materials in teaching Gifted Students
This course includes instructional models, methodologies, and material appropriate for students. Learning styles, writing and evaluating instructional units, public relations strategies, and sources of funding are included.
SPE 662 Curricula Development in Gifted Education
This course includes steps necessary for curriculum development and evaluation of gifted education. Differentiated models, advanced content areas, and process skills are also addressed.
SPE 663 Atypical Gifted Students
This course encompasses the assessment and identification, characteristics, and delivery of services for diverse groups within gifted education including the culturally diverse, rural, disabled, female, low socioeconomic, underachiever and highly gifted populations.
SPE 664 Practicum with Gifted Students
This course is a supervised practicum with gifted students in a variety of instructional settings. The development of appropriate instruction, attention to individual differences, and evaluation of student progress are also included.
Scholarships of $500 are available in the summer to students pursuing a degree with an emphasis in Gifted Education. For additional information contact The Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies, Box 8207, Hattiesburg, MS 39406-8207
(601) 266-5236 or 5246 phone, (601) 266-4764 fax, e-mail: [email protected]
Frances A. Karnes, Ph.D.
Professor, Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education,
and
Director, The Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies
The University of Southern Mississippi
118 College Drive #8207
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
Phone: (601) 266-5236
Fax: (601) 266-4764
Visit our Web site http://www.usm.edu/gifted for information about our programs and services for youth, parents, and teachers. Programs for teachers include Day of Sharing for Teachers of the Gifted, as well as certification in gifted education: master's, specialist, and doctorate with an emphasis in gifted education. Programs for youth include: Career Explorations for Girls Conference, Saturday Gifted Studies Program, Leadership Studies Program, Summer Gifted Studies Program, and Summer Program for Academically Talented Youth.
======================================
Please include contact information or a link to the website for the program.
If you are a student interested in these healthcare related programs, purchase a copy of Minority Student Opportunities in United States Medical Schools or visit your local library or your guidance counselor's office for more information.
==========================================================
Many great programs for kids in the 11th/12th grades. Please pass them on!
Subject: Summer Programs 2007
American Legion Student Trooper Program - June 24-29, 2007
Students who have completed their junior or senior year of high school are invited to attend the NC American Legion Trooper Program. This program's purpose is to create an association between our young people and the men and women who are responsible for enforcing the laws of our State. Tuition is $200 and participants will learn the use of police skills, including drug detection firearms safety, and precision driving. Each participant must be sponsored by an American Legion Post. If you need assistance finding a sponsoring post call (919) 832-7506. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.
Deadline: May 30, 2007
ASA Summer Programs
Academic Study Associates offers several programs for high school students.
College Admissions Prep for students completing 10th and 11th grades at
Columbia University July 15-July 26, at Tufts University July 1- July 12 and
at UC-Berkeley June 17-June 28 or July 31- August 11 Summersion - A cultural immersion program for high school students in Spain, France, Italy and Costa Rica Summerfuel pre-college programs for high school students at
UMASS-Amherst, UC- Berkeley, Oxford University and Cambridge University For more information visit the website at www.asaprograms.com
or call 1-800-752-2250.
Boston University High School Honors Programs -June 17 - August 10
The high school Honors Program allows juniors in high school the opportunity to enroll and attend a six-week undergraduate program and earn credit.
Juniors also have the opportunity to participate in a Research Internship in
Science and Engineering.
Summer Challenge offers juniors, sophomores or freshmen a 2 two week
programs where students explore two topics of interest in non-credit
classes. For more information and for applications visit the website at
www.bu.edu/summer/highschool .
Deadlines: May 15 and May 1, respectively.
The College of William and Mary Pre-Collegiate Summer Program in Early
American History - June 24-July 14 or July 15- Aug 4
This summer program is offered for college credit to high school juniors and seniors. Students
will earn 4 hours of college credit for the three-week summer academic
course that will teach early American history through the use of historic
places, including surviving structures, archaeology sites, and museums. For
more information please visit the website at www.wm.edu/niahd
Application deadline: April 23, 2007.
Junior Statesman Summer School
This program offers a challenging, dynamic academic experience for students
who have a passion for politics and government. This summer, 1300
outstanding high school students will gather on four campuses (Georgetown,
Princeton, Yale and Sanford) to immerse themselves in what they love,
politics, history and debate. For more information on this program please
visit the website at www.jsa.org or email to
[email protected] .
General Hugh Shelton Leadership Challenge Institute
Rising 9 th through 12th grade students who have a minimum GPA of 3.0 are invited to attend an intense 5.5 day experience for future leaders of America. During these days you will expand your knowledge and skills of what it takes to be a great leader. Locations and dates are June 17-22 at UNC-Charlotte (www.uncc.edu ), application deadline June 4, or July 22-27 at the
Eastern 4-H Environmental Education Center ( www.eastern4hcenter.org ), application deadline July 9, 2007.
Summer Scholars Pre-College Program at George Washington University
GW offers 10 day mini-courses for rising 10-12 graders in biomedical
engineering, photojournalism, election politics, and law and evidence. Also
offers for rising seniors are 6 week summer programs in writing,
undergraduate courses for credit, college life, and academic exploration.
For more information visit the website at www.summerscholarsgwu.edu
or call 202-242-6802.
Hargrave Military Academy Summer Programs - June 25-July 21
Students grades 7-12 are invited to attend Hargrave's Summer Program.
Courses are designed to strengthen academic skills, take new courses for
middle and high school or to repeat courses they may not have passed. For
more information visit the website at www.hargrave.edu
Martha Guy Summer Program for Future Business Leaders - Appalachian State University -July 8-28
This 3 week program for rising seniors will provide students with a combination of business education extracurricular activities to enhance their high school experience, making them competitive candidates for college admission. Students will spend two weeks on campus and then travel one week to Washington, D.C. and New York. Deadline: February 15, 2007.
For more information visit http://www.business.appstate.edu
or contact Deanne Smith at 1-877-277-6474 or email at [email protected]
Harvard University-Secondary School Program --- June 23-August17, 2007
Join a vibrant community of motivated students and distinguished faculty as you satisfy your intellectual curiosity, earn academic credit, and explore
Harvard University. There are more than 200 courses to choose from and
special courses in drama, math and writing. For more information call (617)
495-3192 or [email protected] < mailto:[email protected]> or visit the website at www.ssp.harvard.edu .
The Museum of Life and Science Summer Science Camp Youth Volunteers
The Museum of Life and Science has summer volunteer opportunities for students.
Summer Science Camp Youth Volunteers spend seven hours each day during two separate weeks working as part of a classroom team with an educator andclass assistant.
Youth Volunteers may work at the museum in Durham or Estes
Hill Elementary in Chapel Hill. Volunteers perform a variety of important
tasks ranging from class set-up and take down to helping kids with class
projects. This year volunteers may be assisting in
camps with a Robotics, Entomology, CSI or Wetlands theme.
Youth Volunteers must be at least 12 years old by May 31, 2006 . Applications must be returned to Leslie Stewart by Friday, March 2nd. Questions-call 220-5429 ext 360 or email [email protected]
North Carolina A & T University Higher Learning Institute-June 28 - August
3, 2007
The Higher Learning Institute is a progressive academic summer
program for students who desire to take broad steps to advance their college
careers before and after they graduate from high school. Students have the
opportunity to earn up to seven hours of college credit each year attended.
During the 5 week experience, each student will attend workshops, explore
career options, and visit historical sites.
For more information and for
applications please visit the website at www.ncat.edu/~hilearng
or call 1-888-323-6237
==================================================
The Howard Hughes Summer Science Program, sponsored by the Spelman College Biology Department, is for rising female 12th graders interested in pursuing careers in biology, biochemistry and other
biomedical-related fields.
The program is a five-week residential program taking place June 17-July 20, 2007.
This program is designed to provide participants with an integrative science educational experience and to develop their interpersonal skills.
Students that are eligible to apply to the program must be:
* A rising 12th grade female student enrolled in an accredited high school program
* Maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; able to attend the program for all five weeks students may not participate in other programs concurrently.
The application deadline is March 30, 2007.
For program application and information, interested students should visit the following website:
http://rrped.spelman.edu/hhmi_summer_program.asp ?
user_id=2006&category_type=hhmisumme.
If you have any questions contact:
* phone (404)270-5855 or
* email [email protected] .
Tokiwa T. Smith
Howard Hughes Program Coordinator
Biology Department
Spelman College
350 Spelman Lane SW, Box 1183
Atlanta , GA 30314-4399
Direct: 404-270-5855
Fax: 404-270-5725
Email: [email protected]
========================================================
Maryland 2007 Summer Centers Brochure
Excerpt below, click here for full details http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/programs/giftedtalented/centers.htm
*The Goal of the Maryland Summer Centers program is to provide opportunities for Maryland's gifted and talented students to work with likeminded peers in an area of ability and interest. Many participants have reported these programs to be a lifechanging experience, meeting for the first time others with interests and abilities like their own and forming lasting friendships.
*All principal instructors are certified teachers or experts in their field of study. Teaching Assistants are generally college students majoring in the content offered by the Center.
*Financial Assistance/Scholarships are available to qualified students.
*If your child's school does not identify students as gifted and talented, your child may still apply. He or she will have an opportunity to demonstrate outstanding ability through the Maryland Summer Centers application
process.
*Transportation is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. However, the Center's contact person may assist you in arranging a car pool. Parents/guardians must be residents of the State of Maryland.
==============================================
John Hopkins, Center for Talented Youth's summer programs Brief information below, click here for full details http://cty.jhu.edu/summer/
Welcome to the Center for Talented Youth's summer programs. Like students with talent in athletics or the arts, students with academic talent deserve the opportunity to develop their skills to highest possible level. Our summer programs offer eligible students from all over the country and around the world the opportunity to engage in challenging academic work in the company of peers who share their exceptional abilities and love of learning. While the focus is on rigorous academics and learning, the social experience that results from bringing these students together is an integral part of the program. Please click on Summer Programs - Grades 2-12 to learn more about what we have to offer and how our courses can help highly able students explore their potential to the fullest.
==========================
This Summer Search Catalog provided by Montgomery County Public Schools is wide ranging. Learn more about the Summer Search Program Click here for more details
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/info/summersearch/
=======================================
Courses in Gifted Education
The University of Southern Mississippi
Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Special Education
Courses Required for Teacher Certification in Gifted Education in Mississippi
SPE 460/560 Characteristics and Education of Gifted Students
This course includes characteristics, educational options, assessment and referral procedures, and legal issues. Teacher attributes and competencies, family characteristics, and local, state, and national issues are also addressed.
SPE 661 Methods and Materials in teaching Gifted Students
This course includes instructional models, methodologies, and material appropriate for students. Learning styles, writing and evaluating instructional units, public relations strategies, and sources of funding are included.
SPE 662 Curricula Development in Gifted Education
This course includes steps necessary for curriculum development and evaluation of gifted education. Differentiated models, advanced content areas, and process skills are also addressed.
SPE 663 Atypical Gifted Students
This course encompasses the assessment and identification, characteristics, and delivery of services for diverse groups within gifted education including the culturally diverse, rural, disabled, female, low socioeconomic, underachiever and highly gifted populations.
SPE 664 Practicum with Gifted Students
This course is a supervised practicum with gifted students in a variety of instructional settings. The development of appropriate instruction, attention to individual differences, and evaluation of student progress are also included.
Scholarships of $500 are available in the summer to students pursuing a degree with an emphasis in Gifted Education. For additional information contact The Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies, Box 8207, Hattiesburg, MS 39406-8207
(601) 266-5236 or 5246 phone, (601) 266-4764 fax, e-mail: [email protected]
Frances A. Karnes, Ph.D.
Professor, Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education,
and
Director, The Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies
The University of Southern Mississippi
118 College Drive #8207
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
Phone: (601) 266-5236
Fax: (601) 266-4764
Visit our Web site http://www.usm.edu/gifted for information about our programs and services for youth, parents, and teachers. Programs for teachers include Day of Sharing for Teachers of the Gifted, as well as certification in gifted education: master's, specialist, and doctorate with an emphasis in gifted education. Programs for youth include: Career Explorations for Girls Conference, Saturday Gifted Studies Program, Leadership Studies Program, Summer Gifted Studies Program, and Summer Program for Academically Talented Youth.
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