Children who demonstrate intellectual abilities above their peers and age-appropriate classmates benefit enormously -- academically, socially, and emotionally -- when exposed to challenging and enriching curricula!
Application Process:
A $50 nonrefundable admission fee will apply.
All applicants must submit:
The application ()
Submission of test scores OR IQ scores
Two teacher recommendations ()
Eligibility criteria:
Applicants must have scored at or above a 125 IQ OR the 95th percentile in at least one major content or ability area on a nationally normed standardized test (e.g., ERB CTP 4, IOWA, CAT, MAT, CTBS, SRA, i-Ready Diagnostic).
State test scores will not be accepted.
Students identified as gifted and currently participating (or having participated successfully) in a local or school gifted program are eligible. (Must provide proof of participation)
Students recognized by a regional or national gifted talent search program (e.g., Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth) also qualify. (Must provide proof of recognition)
Programming: (Youth Academy)
8-week long semester in the Fall and in the Spring.
Classes take place on Saturday mornings from 9:30am-12:30pm.
Students will take part in 3 different one-hour classes each Saturday morning.
Students will have a choice of which class they would like to take each hour.
Class offerings change from semester to semester to give ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ a variety of academic opportunities.