Summer InStItute for the GIfted

Summer InStItute for the GIfted

2012 Day Programs

a program of the NatioNal Society for the gifted aNd taleNted

Dear Parents, Students, & Educators,Now in our 28th year of providing programs for academically talented and gifted students, we are more committed than ever to our incredible students. In this 2012 catalog, you will find information about our campuses, our programs and services, and, most importantly, our courses. As you read through this informa-tion, we think you will become as excited as we are about SIG as our programs are carefully designed for gifted and talented students, resulting in the unique SIG academic and social experience.

In addition to our unique academic program, our social, cultural and recreation-al components continue to attract students for the short term experience that lingers with them for many years after. This past year, 24% of our SIG students hailed from 38 other countries, enriching the diverse and multi-cultural atmo-sphere on campus. In our most recent survey to our alumni, 75% of the respon-dents confirmed that their SIG program helped prepare them for their college experience. Further, 83% responded that independence was a long-term benefit of attending a SIG program—a much needed characteristic for future success! Additionally, the social aspect of making lifelong and meaningful friendships continues to play a most significant role in the benefits of attending a SIG pro-gram.

We are excited to add Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn, NY and Sierra Canyon of Chatsworth, CA to our day program schedule across the country in 2012. Please see our day sites on page 6 for more details on locations and dates.

SIG is pleased to begin our third year as a program of the National Society for the Gifted and Talented (NSGT)! Please read more about NSGT on page 4 and on the back cover of this catalog.

So take a look, enjoy, and join us in 2012!

Barbara Swicord, Ed.D.Executive Director, National Society for the Gifted and TalentedPresident and CEO, Summer Institute for the Gifted

Our MissionThe mission of the Summer Institute for the Gifted is to provide the highest quality educational and social opportunities for academically gifted and talented students through programs designed to meet their abilities and needs.

SIG•nif•i•cance {sig-nif-i-kuhns} (n.)

A feeling of knowing who you are and where your life is headed. Similar to the feeling one gets when being part of Summer Institute for the Gifted.

SIG is a program of the National Society for the Gifted and Talented, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

2 Summer Institute for the Gifted | www.giftedstudy.org

The SIG ExperienceThrough 27 YEARS of EXPERIENCE & RESOURCES in gifted

education, SIG provides a unique environment for gifted and

talented students to CONNECT WITH PEERS in a community of

like-minded learners from all over the world who SHARE COM-

MON INTERESTS, ABILITIES & GOALS. Students will benefit

from UNIqUE PROGRAMMING, which combines academics with

social, cultural and recreational opportunities for a truly engag-

ing summer. Courses are led by qUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS

who have expertise in their disciplines and represent an array of

professional backgrounds. These 3-week summer sessions will

allow your child to MATURE AND DEVELOP in every element of

his or her life, developing long-lasting and meaningful relation-

ships, INCREASING IN SELF-CONFIDENCE and THINKING IN

DIVERGENT WAYS, all within a SAFE AND SECURE ENVIRON-

MENT. We invite you to NURTURE AND GROW YOUR CHILD’S

GIFTS at SIG.

Table of ContentsThe Importance of Gifted Education ............................................4

About the National Society for the Gifted and Talented (NSGT) ......4

Admissions Requirements ..........................................................5

Application Deadline ..................................................................5

Program Locations .....................................................................6

Student Life ............................................................................10

Academics ..............................................................................10

Safety, Security and Health ......................................................11

Courses ..................................................................................12

How to Apply ...........................................................................20

Fees and Payment Schedule .....................................................21

Program Insurance ...................................................................22

Need - Based Financial Assistance & Scholarships ......................23

Other Programs with SIG ..........................................................24

Day Program Locations

Boston Academy UniversityBoston, MA | Ages 4-12

Campus description ...........6

Bryn Mawr CollegeBryn Mawr, PA | Ages 5-8


Emory CollegeAtlanta, GA | Ages 5-8


Fairfield UniversityFairfield, CT | ages 4-12

Campus Description ...........7

Manhattanville CollegePurchase, NY | Ages 4-12


Out-of-Door AcademySarasota, FL | Ages 4-12


The Overlake SchoolRedmond, WA | Ages 4-12


Stuart Country Day SchoolPrinceton, NJ | Ages 4-12


The Hudson SchoolHoboken, NJ | Ages 4-12


Independent Day SchoolTampa, FL | Ages 4-12


Sandy Spring Friends SchoolSandy Spring, MD | Ages 4-12


Sarah Lawrence CollegeBronxville, NY | Ages 4-12


Union School DistrictSan Jose, CA | Ages 4-12


UT AustinAustin, TX | Ages 5-8


Adelphi AcademyBrooklyn, NY | Ages 4-12


Sierra Canyon SchoolChatsworth, CA | Ages 4-12


Please note: SIG is a program of NSGT, a 501(c)(3) organization, separately admin-istered and operated by SIG, and is inde-pendent of any existing education program associated with any of our host campuses.

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The Importance of Gifted EducationAs many school districts across the country face crippling budget cuts and funding issues, gifted education pro-grams are being reduced or eliminated altogether. As this trend continues, more and more gifted children will not be provided sufficient guidance to reach their full poten-tial through schools. There is now an unprecedented need for dynamic and innovative approaches for supplement-ing the education of the nation’s most gifted and talented along with continuous advocacy. The unique, targeted and experienced curriculum of the SIG program provides your children with the ideal complement to their current educa-tional program - no matter the school’s budget, funding or interpretation of giftedness - ensuring that they receive the individual attention they require.

About the National Society for the Gifted and Talented (NSGT)The Summer Institute for the Gifted is a program of the National Society for the Gifted and Talented (NSGT), a not-for-prof-it 501(c)(3) organization created to enable and empower gifted, talented, and high potential youth, in the United States and abroad to celebrate and maximize their unique potential through membership in the National Society for the Gifted and Talented.

Mission of NSGT

The mission of NSGT is to advance the development of gifted, talented, and high potential youth, in the United States and abroad, through opportunities, advocacy, and exemplary programs and practices.

The NSGT membership fee for SIG students is $35 and entitles members to multiple benefits including member-ship certification, access to gifted databases, scholarships, discounts and more.

Donate Directly to NSGT

NSGT’s ability to support student projects and scholar-ships and to increase student services is dependent upon donations from individuals, organizations, foundations, and corporations. We are especially appreciative of the many generous donors listed below who have shared their resources with us. If you would like to contribute to NSGT’s goals in any way, we would love to hear from you. As NSGT is a charitable organization, donations are tax deductible to the extent provided by law. Donations are welcomed online at www.nsgt.org, or by check at NSGT at 9 West Broad St., Stamford, CT 06902.

Other Ways to Donate to NSGT

We also encourage online shoppers to shop at your favorite vendors through Give Back America and the GoodShop sec-tion of GoodSearch. NSGT will receive a commission from any purchases made through these websites at no addi-tional cost to you. It’s an easy way to contribute to NSGT at no extra expense or inconvenience to you.

For more information on NSGT, and a full listing of member benefits, please see the back cover of this catalog or visit us on the web at www.NSGT.org.

We thank our 2011 scholarship and financial assistance donors:• AIFS Foundation

• Carmel Hill Fund

• Frederick H. Leonhardt Fund – New York Community Trust (NYCT)

• Jack Kent Cooke Foundation

• Minds Matter

• NSGT Trustees, donors and members

• Renaissance Learning

When visiting GoodSearch or Give Back America, choose NSGT as your charity for donations.


Admissions RequirementsAll Summer Institute for the Gifted programs require evidence of high academic ability and/or achievement. Documentation must be submitted at the time of application in the form of test scores, acceptance letters or other applicable evidence of giftedness. Students applying to attend the SIG Day Program must be ages 4* to 12.

* 4 year olds must be 4 by the program start date. Some campuses begin at age 5. For ages 5-12 the student must be the age required for the selected course.

“The SIG program and curriculum provide great op-portunities for students to explore new interest areas,

strengthen current passions and skills, and interact with other kids who love learning. Such programs are critical

in helping students increase their ability to think inde-pendently, discover their academic motivations, and

make personal contributions to new thought and action in their current and future lives. SIG’s goal of enriching

the lives of students through building a community of learners in a compacted three-week session is consis-

tent with our goals for such students and we support the program with great enthusiasm.”

JOSEPH S. RENzULLI, ED.D. Director, The National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented, University of Connecticut

SIG Day Program Students

Students who meet one of the following criteria are invited to apply to SIG:

9 Students who have participated in Academic Talent Search Programs

9 Students who have scored at the 95th percentile or above in at least one of the major content areas or ability sections of a nationally-normed standardized test administered by their schools

9 Students who have been identified as gifted and/or who have participated successfully in a local or school gifted program

9 Students who have scored in the gifted range on the PSAT, SAT, ACT or SSATB

SIG 4 Year Old Program Students

In order to participate in the SIG program for 4 year olds, children must:

9 Have prior experience in a group education setting such as preschool, summer camp experience, or homeschool club.

9 Have two Letters of Recommendation forms. One form can be completed by a parent, but at least one of the two forms must be completed by an adult who is familiar with the student’s readiness for an academic setting. Forms are available for download on the SIG website at www.giftedstudy.org.

Students who participate in the 2012 program for 4 year olds will need to submit new updated eligibility documenta-tion for SIG programs for 5 year olds beginning in 2013.

If no local or school gifted program exists, or if no test scores are available, two SIG Letter of Recommendation forms can be submitted. For students ages 4 to 8, one letter may come from a parent; one letter should be from the school or aca-demic program. The Letter of Recommendation form is available online at www.giftedstudy.org.

Program Fee and Application DeadlineThe program fee for the Summer Institute for the Gifted Day Program is $1,995. A non-refundable application fee of $95 is due at the time of application. For fees and payment schedule, see page 21 or visit us online at www.giftedstudy.org. The application deadline is May 1, 2012.


Day Program LocationsAges 4-12 (ages vary by campus) | $1,995

The Summer Institute for the Gifted Day Program provides instruction in 31 courses during its regular academic schedule. Courses are taught at levels appropriate for gifted students who are ages 4-12 covering humanities, mathematics, sciences, and multi-disciplinary courses as well as recreation, fitness, art and drama. Please see individual campuses for ages specific to each campus.

Locations include:

Adelphi Academy – Brooklyn, NY

Program Dates: July 23 - August 10, 2012 | Open to: Students ages 4† to 12 by August 31, 2012

For 148 years, Adelphi Academy has been in the forefront of educational excellence. The Academy is a small private, independent, continuing, co-educational, college preparatory day school offering classes from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th year. Its commitment to excellence is the same as it was in 1863--to provide the very best education possible for every Adelphi student, to educate the total child and to motivate each student to seek and to achieve the highest standards of learning. Such goals provide an appropriate backdrop for a summer SIG session!

Adelphi Academy became the first school to educate women and prepare them for institutes of higher education and was the first school to incorporate Physical Education. Adelphi Academy also founded Adelphi College, now called Adelphi University. Located in Brooklyn, the academy is easily accessible by car or subway.

Boston University Academy – Boston, MA

Program Dates: July 9 - July 27, 2012 | Open to: Students ages 4† to 12 by August 31, 2012

Boston University Academy is committed to providing an outstanding secondary education, optimizing the respective strengths of its small school community and its inclusion within a world class research university.

Founded in 1993, Boston University Academy has always been a place where bright, talented students can take advantage of the resources of a world-class research university. Its mission is to educate talented students who are passionate about learning and who share the joy of inquiry, a perfect place to host a SIG program as our missions are so similar.

Bryn Mawr College – Bryn Mawr, PA

Program Dates: July 2 - July 20, 2012* | Open to: Students ages 5 to 8 by August 31, 2012

Bryn Mawr is one of the world’s most distinctive, distinguished colleges, located 11 miles west of Philadel-phia on a beautiful, 135.5 acre campus in Montgomery County. It was the first higher education institution to offer graduate degrees, including doctorates, to women. The Bryn Mawr buildings are truly original in their adaptation of Jacobean Gothic and possess romance and charm. * Classes will be held July 4th.

Emory University – Atlanta, GA

Program Dates: June 25 - July 13, 2012* | Open to: Students ages 5 to 8 by August 31, 2012

Emory University, founded in 1863, is ranked 17th among national universities in the U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Colleges 2010.” Emory is enriched by the legacy and energy of Atlanta, whose downtown is located 15 minutes away. Emory University is recognized internationally as an inquiry-driv-en, ethically engaged, and diverse community whose members work together collaborating for positive transformation in the world through courageous leadership in teaching, research, scholarship, health care, and social action. * Classes will be held July 4th.


Fairfield University – Fairfield, CT

Program Dates: July 23 - August 10, 2012 | Open to: Students ages 4†-12 by August 31, 2012

Fairfield University was founded in 1943 by Jesuits, a religious order renowned internationally for its 450 year tradition of learning, scholarship and active service in the world. It is a comprehensive university that prepares students for leadership and service in a constantly changing world. The University’s six schools offer students a well-rounded education distinguished by real-world opportunities within and be-yond the classroom. The academic, cultural and recreational facilities, along with its exceptional library with connections to many other libraries in the area, provide a wonderful environment for learning.

The Hudson School – Hoboken, NJ

Program Dates: July 2 - July 20, 2012* | Open to: Students ages 4†-12 by August 31, 2012

The Hudson School, a small, independent school accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, was founded in 1978. A community of scholars, it offers academically motivated and creative children a rigorous and broad college preparatory curriculum with strong emphasis in the arts.

The Hudson School provides intellectually inquisitive students in grades 5-12 with a rigorous and rel-evant college-preparatory education that inspires independent thinking and intellectual risk-taking with

the goal of developing compassionate, responsible, principled citizens who are socially conscious and committed to lifelong learning and service. The school fosters an eclectic and supportive environment that challenges students and faculty to develop their passions and talents through a stimulating, balanced and creative interdisciplinary curriculum. These characteristics make it a great home for a SIG program. * Classes will be held July 4th.

Independent Day School – Tampa, FL

Program Dates: July 9 - July 27, 2012 | Open to: Students ages 4†-12 by August 31, 2012

Situated in the heart of northwest Hillsborough County, the Independent Day School (IDS), founded in 1968, is a fully accredited, private school which offers the International Baccalaureate program of study for all students. The school buildings, which have received architectural design awards, are arranged around a small pond at the center of the campus. SIG is housed in the new middle school facility, with state-of-the-art, 21st century classrooms and equipment.

As a National Department of Education Blue Ribbon Award school, Corbett Campus (IDS-CC) is recognized as an exemplary school with over 5,000 visitors observing and learning from highly skilled and dedicated teachers. The vision for all students at IDS-CC is to accelerate learning by creating a brain-friendly environment that is joyful and challenging, stimulating and productive, nurturing with high standards and high expectations, and that includes ethical conduct, and dignity and respect for all.

Manhattanville College – Purchase, NY

Program Dates: July 2 - July 20, 2012* | Open to: Students ages 4†-12 by August 31, 2012

Manhattanville College offers a rigorous academic experience within a nurturing environment. Every one of the 1,500 undergraduate students is able to make a personal contribution to the community, which is surprisingly diverse. Students come to the beautiful 100-acre campus from more than 37 states and 53 countries.

Set in prosperous and thriving Westchester County, New York, the campus offers the spaciousness and leisurely pace of a suburban location along with the resources of New York City, which is just 30 minutes away. * Classes will be held July 4th.

Please note: SIG is a program of NSGT, a 501(c)(3) organization, separately administered and operated by SIG, and is independent of any existing education program associated with any of our host campuses.

†4 year olds must be 4 by program start date.


The Out-of-Door Academy – Sarasota, FL

Program Dates: June 18 - July 6, 2012* | Open to: Students ages 4†-12 by August 31, 2012

The Out-of-Door Academy of Sarasota, Florida, established in 1924, is the second oldest independent coeducational day school in the state. The Out-of-Door Academy is recognized as a Cum Laude Society member, ranking in the top 1% of schools nationwide.

The SIG program is located at the picturesque Siesta Key site, just a few blocks from Siesta Beach, named the “Best Beach in Florida” by Florida Trend Magazine. * Classes will be held July 4th.

The Overlake School – Redmond, WA


Founded in 1967, The Overlake School is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational, college prep day school. The mission of The Overlake School is to inspire excellence, develop intellectual curiosity, teach responsibility, embrace diversity and foster a compassionate community.

The Overlake campus has been called “a green island of forest, pasture and wetland,” a rural oasis in the busy Eastside. The Overlake School is located on 75 acres of natural growth in Redmond, Washington,

home of Microsoft. Once a farm, the campus combines a rural, reflective setting with access to neighboring high tech-resources. For ad-ditional information about the campus and facilities visit www.overlake.org.

Sandy Spring Friends School – Sandy Spring, MD


Founded in 1961 by S. Brook Moore, Sandy Spring Friends School is located on a 140-acre wooded cam-pus in the historic Quaker community of Sandy Spring, in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland.

Sandy Spring Friends School prepares its students for college, to enjoy learning throughout life, and to become useful, constructive, and caring citizens of the world. Its mission is most clearly stated in words taken from George Fox, the founder of the Society of Friends: “Let Your Lives Speak.” * Classes will be held July 4th.

Sarah Lawrence College – Bronxville, NY

Program Dates: July 2 - July 20 | Open to: 4-12 by August 31, 2012

Sarah Lawrence College was founded in 1926 and occupies 44 wooded acres in southern Westchester County, just one-half hour north of New York City by train or car. Sarah Lawrence is a coeducational lib-eral arts college, offering undergraduate as well as graduate degrees. The College is nationally renowned for its rigorous academic and creative standards and therefore is a perfect location for a SIG program. Come enjoy three wonderful weeks studying in ivy-covered Tudor buildings that were once graced by such notable alumni as journalist Barbara Walters, designer Vera Wang, producer J.J. Abrams and actress Joanne Woodward.


Sierra Canyon School – Chatsworth, CA


Sierra Canyon School is a selective independent, nondenominational, coeducational day school for more than 900 students in early kindergarten through 12th grades. Since 1978, the school has engaged and challenged students, drawing families from the greater Los Angeles area. Located in a beautiful, eques-trian community in the northern San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles, the school has two campuses.

As Sierra Canyon School grew from its roots as a day camp, it seems especially fitting as a partner for a SIG camp as well. Sierra Canyon School’s mission includes the desire for students to advance their knowledge through thoughtful discus-sion and the exploration of ideas—another fitting backdrop for the equally student-centered mission of SIG programs. Come join us in our inaugural year of SIG’s first day program in the Los Angeles area!

Stuart Country Day School – Princeton, NJ

Program Dates: July 16 - August 3, 2012 | Open to: Students ages 4†-12 by August 31, 2012

The Stuart Country Day School is a K–12 college preparatory school for girls as well as a co-educational pre-school. The SIG program was held at Stuart for the first time in the summer of 2007 and it has been extremely successful since its inception!

Stuart, which opened its doors in 1963, is an independent Roman Catholic school. Stuart Country Day is founded on the principle that the whole child must be educated in order to be responsive to the needs of others. It is committed to social awareness that impels action. Stuart has a new gathering space and performing arts center named Cor Unum. The use of patterned glass windows for this space represents Stuart’s mission to be a vista open to the world outside.

Union School District – San Jose, CA


The Union School District is located in the Almaden Valley area of San José. This district provides a strong academic foundation for its students. All schools in the district score above the state Academic Performance Index (API) target of 800, and all schools in the district have been recognized as California Distinguished Schools. The district prides itself on being a place where schools challenge and prepare every student for academic and personal success, a goal that is very consistent with SIG’s goals for its students. * Classes will be held July 4th.

UT Austin – Austin, TX

Program Dates: July 9 - July 27, 2012 | Open to: Students ages 5-8 by August 31, 2012

University of Texas at Austin is one of the world’s great research universities. With a large, diverse student body and a beautiful campus, UT Austin is located in a city recognized as a center for culture, politics, the arts, technology and music. The undergraduate and graduate programs rank among the best in the nation. The faculty includes teachers and researchers who have won the Nobel Prize, the Pulitzer Prize and many other honors.

Please note: SIG is a program of NSGT, a 501(c)(3) organization, separately administered and operated by SIG, and is independent of any existing education program associated with any of our host campuses.

†4 year olds must be 4 by program start date.


Student LifeTypical Daily Schedule

7:45 a.m. Extended Day Drop Off

8:30 - 8:45 a.m. Regular Drop-Off Time

8:45 - 10:15 a.m. Period 1 Course

10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Snack/Break

10:30 - 12:00 p.m. Period 2 Course

12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Lunch and Activity Period



4:00 p.m. Regular Pick-up Time

4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Extended-Day Pick-up Time

Lunch and Snacks

Lunch will be provided. Parents should provide any addi-tional daily snacks they wish their children to have.

Health Services

Any prescription medications to be administered to the stu-dents during the day are to be prepackaged, left with the director and administered solely by the director, if there is not a nurse on staff. Students who do not feel well during the session will be escorted to the office by a staff member and a parent will be contacted.

Extended-Day Supervision

SIG will provide supervised play, social, study and rest time before and after the regular program. The extended day schedule is as follows:

7:45 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. daily4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily or4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. daily

The cost for this three-week service is $150 for morning supervision and $150 for each one-hour segment of the afternoon supervision. Arrangements and payments for the service are to be made prior to the start of the program through the Summer Institute for the Gifted office.

AcademicsInstructional Techniques

We design instruction to challenge the student through course content, processes, and products within a learning environment that is flexible and open-ended. Instructors direct activities and content around the central concept of the course. Our goal is for students to engage in cogni-tive processes that require critical, complex, and creative thinking and problem solving. Instructors begin the course by assessing the knowledge and skills that students bring to the course. Students create a personal objective for the course. An instructor creates a personal objective for the students and then modifies the course according to the students’ needs and interests within the course content. Course activities deliver and enhance the course content and objectives in meaningful and useful ways. Students are encouraged to apply newly gained knowledge to real and authentic problems and situations in products that are as typical as possible of professionals in the selected fields of study. Students are further encouraged to apply self-, peer-, and instructor-generated criteria to the assessment of their processes and products for the purpose of personal growth and awareness. Our hope is that students will continue to pursue interests, questions, and projects that they began during a SIG session well into the coming year, and beyond, on their personal academic journeys, as they delve deeply into studies that interest and intrigue them.

Academic Performance & Student Evaluation

The goals and expectations of the Summer Institute for the Gifted program are specifically designed and geared toward providing a richness of environment, accompanied by enhanced opportunities for learning. Parents receive a final student performance review that assesses personal accomplishments and attainment of goals. This report is available online by mid September and can be sent to the student’s school, with parental permission. A letter indicat-ing successful student participation in, and completion of, the Summer Institute for the Gifted program also can be sent to the student’s school, if parents so indicate.


Safety, Security and HealthStudent safety, security and health are our top priority at SIG. Parents can contact the on-campus SIG office Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.

SIG StaffThe SIG program is supported by a multi-tiered staffing structure on campus to ensure the program runs smoothly and the students are supervised at all times. This staff is made up of the following positions:

DirectorExperienced professionals who lead each SIG session.

FacultyDedicated, local, commuting professionals from many fields provide a wealth of diverse experiences throughout the program. SIG seeks to hire instructors who have expertise in the topic of the course as well as expertise in working with gifted and talented students. The typical SIG instruc-tor is a local professional teacher from public and indepen-dent elementary and secondary schools. Instructors receive instructional support through their director, an instructor manual, course information, and professional development in gifted education provided through SIG’s Program Direc-tor for Academics.

Program AssistantsIndividuals 18 years or older who function as teaching assistants, work with students individually and in small groups, and accompany students at all times around cam-pus.

NurseAn on-site SIG nurse is available at most locations during program hours.

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Courses By Age of StudentAt the core of the SIG curriculum lies the creative, fun and academically challenging courses that are unique to the pro-gram. SIG is committed to fostering the development of each student’s unique abilities as well as providing opportunities to explore new interests. We encourage families to choose a course schedule that includes areas of passion and strength, but also allows for the development of new talents.

Please Note: Final course offerings may vary by campus. For more information on creating your schedule for a specific cam-pus, see page 13. Courses are categorized as follows:

Humanities; Math and Science; and Multi-Disciplinary Courses

Please Note: Not all courses run at all campuses. We ask that students choose alternative courses in case a selected class is at capacity or is not offered due to under enrollment. We also encourage students to apply early to increase their chances of getting their first choice course. Our final schedule of courses is reflective of the preferences of students enrolled at that campus. Students may transfer to another campus without penalty as long as there is space on the alternate campus.

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T LEVEL COURSESOpen to students who will be age 4 at program start date................................... 13

B LEVEL COURSESOpen to students who will be ages 5-6 by August 31 ............................................. 14

P LEVEL COURSESOpen to students who will be ages 7-8 by August 31 ............................................. 15

E LEVEL COURSESOpen to students who will be ages 9-10 by August 31 ............................................. 16

J LEVEL COURSESOpen to students who will be ages 11-12 by August 31 ............................................. 17

AR LEVEL COURSESOpen to students who will be ages 5-12 by August 31 ............................................. 18

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T Level Courses Open to students age 4 by the program start dateT

Emerging Mathematicians (T01): What’s the story behind numbers? Discover how we use numbers to make sense of the world around us. Investigate mathematical concepts of time and money. Explore geometry through the shapes and patterns that we see each day. Hone your mathematical skills in grouping and number concepts. Let your emerging math talents shine! Offered in the morning only

Science Sensations (T02): Jump into scientific investiga-tion by posing questions and finding solutions. Conduct experiments using your senses...how do your eyes, ears, nose, mouth and hands help you to learn about your world? Explore your surroundings with a scientific eye, investigating the biology, astronomy and chemistry in our everyday lives. Offered in the morning only

Express Yourself! (T03): Learn about yourself and others through creative expression. Sing, dance, create! In this course, you will express yourself through art, including drawing, painting and sculpture. Explore your thoughts and feelings through dramatic expression such as storytelling, reader’s theatre and puppetry. Offered in the afternoon only

Fitness for Fours (T04): Play games and sports designed for your developing motor skills. From arts and crafts to cook-ing, you will have a fun, hands-on and active time where learning and creative play come together to support great overall health practices! Offered in the afternoon only


B Level Courses

Open to students ages 5-6 by August 31, 2012

Game Strategy: Building Mental Muscles (B05): Opening play, mid-game, end-game - develop these strategies and more as you move across a chessboard or around a cribbage and backgammon board. Improve your memory, concentra-tion, and ability to conceptualize as you engage in these ancient games of kings. Develop your ability to estimate and predict your opponents’ moves. Create a personal rep-ertoire of tactics and plays. Create a game that stumps your classmates.

The Curious Chemist (B06): The way materials are put together and the way they act under certain conditions is called the study of chemistry. Chemistry helps us explain the things that happen in nature. Chemists are scientists who use each of their five senses to explore and make sense of life. Experiment with water, acids, bases, and everyday household items to discover the chemical world in which we live. Design a series of experiments to test your predictions about the reactions of substances.

Patterns in the World (B07): From shapes to colors to numbers, you see patterns every day. Discover the patterns in your world, and how these patterns are used in math, architecture, science, and literature. Create meaning out of the patterns you observe in the sky and all around you!

NEW! Storytelling Across Cultures (B08): Rakontisto. Bard. Griot. Seanache. Scop. Troubador. Do you know what these words mean? They are all names for the same profession- storyteller! In this course you will learn about the cultural tradition of storytelling. Investigate the role of musical instruments and art in storytelling across time and cultures. Create a new world of characters and fanciful set-tings as you craft your own stories!

NEW! Biology of Me (B09): Did you know that even when you are at rest, your body is working nonstop? Take this class and you’ll learn about your body’s organs and how they work together to perform your body’s work. Look at cells under the microscope to get up close and personal with your body’s tiny parts. Learn how food and movement provide fuel for those cells and exercise for your muscles to keep your body machine going strong. Put all this informa-tion together and create a Power Plan for making the most of your biology.

NEW! Simple Machines, Complex Designs (B10): Did you know that shovels, wheelbarrows, hockey sticks, and wooden bats are all simple machines called levers? Simple machines make work easier by enabling us to decrease our mechanical effort to move objects. The six types of simple machines are often combined in complex machines. Come learn about the six types of simple machines and create some original machine designs of your own.

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P Level Courses


Building Blocks of Engineering: The Way Things Work (P11): Are you a budding engineer or just want to know how to fix things? Do you stay awake at night wondering how things work? Then this is the course for you! Gain a greater understanding of the world around you. Learn about the mechanics involved in the workings of everyday gadgets. Apply creativity and scientific principles to im-prove a current machine or invent a new one that solves a problem. Learn basic engineering principles and delve into the inner workings of vital machines.

The Hidden World: Beyond the Senses (P12): How do we know things we cannot see actually exist? Can you see the wind, an x-ray, or an emotion? In this class you will learn about seeing evidence of the invisible on a microscopic, cellular level or even further beyond what you can experi-ence directly. Develop a deep appreciation for scientific methods and other ways of learning about the things we cannot detect with our senses of sight, touch, taste, smell, or hearing.

Rocks, Minerals, and Crystals: Earth’s Treasures (P13): Whether you like to collect rocks or just appreciate the beauty of a colorful gemstone, this class has something for you. You’ll learn to analyze and appreciate rocks and miner-als by their characteristics, grow crystals, and research re-lated topics that really interest you. Finally you’ll determine what makes things like gems valuable to humans.

The Writer’s Block (P14): Where do authors get their ideas? How does a science fiction story differ from historical fic-tion? What are the elements all stories need? Come have fun and gain writing experience creating new characters and a book of your own. The class will culminate with a reading of original stories to parents at a “Young Authors’ Tea”.

NEW! Kitchen Chemistry: From Field to Fork (P15): How does a cacao bean turn into a chocolate bar? How does yeast make bread rise? Why do you add salt or oil to water when making pasta? If you are curious about the food you eat, and wonder where it comes from and how it gets from a plant to your plate, this is the course for you! Learn all about the food we eat from how a simple ingredient tastes to how it combines with other ingredients to make a perfect blend of flavors. Experiment with chemistry in the kitchen and determine what makes a recipe great!

NEW! The Detective: Master of Mysteries (P16): Do you like to solve mysteries? Then you might be interested in what detectives do to solve crime mysteries. Would you like to learn the techniques for interviewing witnesses and inter-rogating suspects? Have you ever pictured yourself giving evidence in a court room? If so, then join us for a study of the world of the police detective. Discover the roles detec-tives play when they go undercover or gain information from an informant. Find out how detectives collect and preserve evidence for court testimony. Create a mystery for your peers to solve!

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E Level Courses


Speaking, Writing, Empowering! (E20): Learn how to be a mass communicator through developing your writing and public speaking skills. Work on precision of language, imagery, figures of speech, and the revision process. Dis-cover how you can use the power of your words to motivate, persuade, influence, inform, or entertain others. Investi-gate how to turn your skills, interests, and knowledge into speaking topics. Become a communicator who will have the potential to earn applause, admiration, and financial prosperity while motivating others.

NEW! Archaeology: Relish a Relic? (E21): Did you know that archaeologists have pinpointed the construction of Stone-henge to 2300 BCE? Did you know that the earliest known human remains were found around the ancient rock forma-tion of Kibish, Ethiopia? How do we come to these conclu-sions? Archaeologists study artifacts left by people centuries ago. If you too are fascinated by the contents of Egyptian pyramids, the buried city of Pompeii, the ancient Mayan civilization, or simply the scientific and cultural processes of deconstructing the past through archaeology, this course is for you. In the end, you’ll consider what your contribution to future archaeological discoveries may be.

Anticipating Algebra (E22): “When will I ever use algebra?” you ask. Here’s one way. Introduce yourself to pre-algebra through this class that focuses on applications of algebra in the world. In addition to tackling concepts of linear equa-tions, polynomial functions and factoring, you may also have time for fun with games, tessellations, and probability.

NEW! zoology: Ape to zoo (E26): Do animals fascinate you? Do you like going to zoos? Then grab hold of this branch of biology called zoology. You’ll investigate the important inter-relationships humans have with animals. You’ll explore im-portant concepts such as similarities and differences among vertebrates and invertebrates. You’ll also have the chance to research a mammal, reptile, amphibian, fish, insect, mollusk, or worm that particularly fascinates you. If you are interested in conserving and protecting endangered species or learning how to take care of animals, then studying zoo science may also be your goal. This course will allow you to increase your understanding of the animal kingdom, expand your knowledge about the biological world and possibly help you consider a future career with animals.

NEW! Astronomy: The Sky Has No Limit (E27): Do you ever look up at the sky and wonder about all those celestial bodies you can see as well as those you can’t see? If so, you are like millions of people since the beginning of time who have gazed into the sky seeking answers to questions like “How do astronomers find planets that are too far away to be seen, even using telescopes?” or “How do the moon, sun, and stars help us tell time?” If you’d like to travel to the far corners of the universe while your feet are still on the ground, the astronomy activities of this course are for you. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn more about related topics of interest, from astrophysics and auroras to zeniths and zodiacs.

Spying: Secrets, Surveillance, and Science (E28): Did you know that the newest satellite technology can look into your living room from thousands of miles away in space? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a spy and monitor this technology? Did you know that some of the gadgets from James Bond really exist? Come discover how spies keep—or uncover— secrets. Get an inside look at the science behind the spy’s tricks of the trade. Create an origi-nal spy gadget and persuade your peers of its usefulness.

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J Level Courses Open to students ages 11-12 by August 31, 2012

Fantasy Fiction Fun (J30): What would the world be like without Harry Potter and other fictional characters who make us love reading? Immerse yourself in the genre of fantasy fiction, explore and celebrate what makes it unique, then create your own fictional characters and the worlds in which they live. You could be the next J.K. Rowling!

DNA: Your Unique Code (J34): How do cells make copies of themselves? How do your hair follicles generate protein to keep growing? The answers to these questions are DNA replication and protein synthesis. Investigate the structure of DNA and the processes by which it creates proteins. Learn what turns genes on and off. Gain an understanding of the structure that holds all the information and controls every cell within a living organism. Debate the ethical uses of DNA knowledge and the pros and cons of biotechnology.

Chemistry: The Essential Element (J35): Welcome to the laboratory that is the world in which you live. Experiment with domestic chemicals, environmental materials, foods, and living organisms to discover the chemical nature of substances, their properties, reactions and uses in daily life. Design a series of experiments to test your hypotheses about the reaction of substances.

NEW LEVEL! Algebraic Expressions (J36): For those stu-dents who have not yet taken Algebra I, let us introduce you to linear and quadratic equations, polynomials, rational functions, and graphing. Class highlights include factor-ing algebraic expressions and using algebra in solving word problems. Please note: Pre-Algebra is an absolute prerequi-site for this class!

NEW! Architectural Solutions: Building a Future (J41): Architecture combines the practical qualities of safety and protection for our lives with unlimited possibilities of self-expression. Architecture can also offer solutions to prob-lems such as ecological concerns, energy issues, or space limitations. After learning about form and function and the ways structures are built, you will create an architectural solution to a problem that concerns you. You might get ideas from such inventive projects as Arcosanti and Vic-tory City, and you might become inspired through such famous architects as Saha Hadid, Louis Kahn, I. M. Pei, Sir Christopher Wren, or Frank Lloyd Wright. Finally, take a look at your own community and envision a beautiful and functional future for it.

Move Over Sherlock (J42): How do real detectives solve mysteries? Come examine how modern crime investiga-tors use cutting-edge scientific discoveries to search for evidence, gather clues, and analyze data. Participate in a simulated mystery where you become the detective as you learn skills in logic, inductive and deductive reasoning, data collection, and analysis. This is a great way to prac-tice using your scientific problem solving skills!

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AR Courses Open to students ages 5-12

by August 31, 2012

NEW! Sports Stop (AR17): If you love to be physically active through various team sports, you’ll enjoy this sports smorgasbord. Dependent upon campus facilities available, engage in old favorites such as softball, touch football, basketball, volleyball, and soccer. Practice the skills of various well-known sports and field games. Then create a new sport or game that showcases your best skills and strategies and try it out with others. You will be grouped with students in your age range during activities.

NEW! Get Theatrical! (AR18): In this drama class, you will enjoy an introduction to the fantasy world created in the theater. Examine various aspects of theater pro-duction, including taking on an acting role, analyzing a scene, designing a set, and performing for others. Focus will be given to thinking on your feet, creating a stage presence and projecting a character. Those who enjoy music and dance can incorporate these talents as well. Demonstrate how theatrical you can be in front of a SIG audience!

NEW! Art Alley (AR19): Do you love to draw, paint and sculpt? Then this art class is right up your alley! We’ll help you express yourself in pencil, ink, and watercolor, as well as through three dimensional materials. You will learn how to create perspective, light, shading, and color, along with learning to shape sculptures. Find out about positive and negative space. Discover the artist within and create original, displayable work to share with others.

Please Note: AR Courses for 4 year olds are T03 and T04 listed on page 13.

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Course Schedules By Age

Period 1 Emerging Mathematicians T01

Period 2 Science Sensations T02

Period 3 Express Yourself! T03

Period 4 Fitness for Fours T04

Period 1 Game Strategy: Building Mental Muscles B05

NEW! Biology of Me B09

Period 2 The Curious Chemist B06

NEW! Storytelling Across Cultures B08

Period 3 Patterns in the World B07

NEW! Simple Machines, Complex Designs B10

Period 4 NEW! Sports Stop AR17

NEW! Get Theatrical! AR18

NEW! Art Alley AR19

Period 1 Building Blocks of Engineering: The Way Things Work P11

NEW! Kitchen Chemistry: From Field to Fork P15

Period 2 The Hidden World: Beyond the Senses P12

NEW! The Detective: Master of Mysteries P16

Period 3 Rocks, Minerals, and Crystals: Earth’s Treasures P13

The Writer’s Block P14



NEW! Art Alley AR19

Period 1 Anticipating Algebra E22

NEW! Archaeology: Relish a Relic? E21

Period 2 NEW! Zoology: Ape to Zoo E26

Speaking, Writing, Empowering! E20

Period 3 NEW! Astronomy: The Sky Has No Limit E27

Spying: Secrets, Surveillance, and Science E28



NEW! Art Alley AR19

Period 1 DNA: Your Unique Code J34

Fantasy Fiction Fun J30

Period 2 Move Over Sherlock J42

NEW LEVEL! Algebraic Expressions J36

Period 3 NEW! Architectural Solutions: Building a Future J41

Chemistry: The Essential Element J35



NEW! Art Alley AR19

T LEVELCOURSES

Age 4 by program start date

B LEVELCOURSES

Age 5-6 by August 31, 2012

P LEVELCOURSES


E LEVELCOURSES


J LEVELCOURSES

Age 11-12 by August 31, 2012


How to Apply - Two ways, three easy steps! Application Deadline is May 1, 2012 | A $95 non-refundable application fee is due with online or by mail application

Apply Online –Step 1 Visit www.giftedstudy.orgStep 2 Click the “Apply Now!” buttonStep 3 Complete the SIG Online Application and click the submit button!

Apply by Mail –Step 1 Visit www.giftedstudy.org to download a PDF of the applicationStep 2 Read all sections and fill out application carefullyStep 3 When complete, submit the application by email: [email protected] by fax: (203) 399-5455

by mail: Summer Institute for the Gifted River Plaza, 9 West Broad Street Stamford, CT 06902


Fees and Payment ScheduleApplication Fee Submit with application (non-refundable)

Enrollment DepositDue within 30 days of acceptance

Final Payment Due one month before the start of your session

Payment $95 $1,000 $995

4 Year Old Program (Full) $95 $1,000 $995

4 Year Old Program (AM Only) $95 $500 $497.50

4 Year Old Program (PM Only) $95 $500 $497.50

SIG accepts checks, money orders, wire transfers, Visa, Master Card and American Express credit cards. Please be advised that returned checks and declined credit cards will incur a $25 charge per occurrence.

Program Fees Do Not Include:

The cost of transportation to and from the SIG campus, the $95 non-refundable application fee, the cost of books for selected courses*, optional $35 NSGT membership fee (see back cover), or the optional $60 World Class Coverage Insurance Plan fee.

*Books will be available for purchase on the day of registration.

Refund PolicyPrior to the Start of SIG

Because SIG must hire staff and confirm space at its host institutions long before the start of the summer sessions, we are unable to make program refunds to students who cancel after May 15th. If a program is terminated or canceled, SIG will consider the circumstances and may, in its sole discre-tion, issue a partial refund or credit.

Under no circumstances, medical or otherwise, will SIG refund the $95 application fee due at the time the applica-tion is submitted.

Medical WithdrawalThe SIG World Class Coverage Insurance Protection Plan provides some tuition relief in the event of a medical with-drawal both prior to and during the SIG program. It also provides medical coverage in such an event. Please refer to the insurance section on the following page, for more information.

*Students may purchase insurance for a nominal $60 fee.

Program Fee ReductionsEarn a savings on your 2012 SIG program fee* if you meet any of the following criteria:

Returning SIG Day Program Student - $250

Sibling of an enrolled SIG Student - $250

Attend a second SIG session - $250

* Discounts cannot be applied towards the application fee.

SIG Referral BonusRefer another student that attends a SIG program and receive a $150 cash referral bonus in the fall!


Program Insurance

SIG offers parents and students peace of mind and finan-cial reassurance with SIG’s World Class Coverage Insurance Plan included in your residential program fees*. This plan provides an assortment of benefits, including personal ef-fects coverage such as cameras and electronic equipment, excess medical for payment of deductibles or out-of-net-work costs, medical evacuation/repatriation in the event of an emergency, tuition refunds up to $1,800, in the event that the student is unable to participate in the program due to serious injury or illness, or if either parent of the insured is laid off, and session interruption coverage prorated up to $1,800, for any student who is unable to complete the program for the reasons listed above.

* A nominal fee of $60 is charged to day students for this insurance coverage.

The plan is underwritten by The Insurance Company of the State of Pennsylvania, a member of Chartis Inc.

If you would like to review SIG Insurance Policy Brochures, a copy is provided on our website (www.giftedstudy.org). A World Class Coverage policy document will be included in your acceptance materials.

“When I asked about camp and she replied, “It has changed my life -- in a good way.” She said that she has really been thinking about how everyone in the camp is gifted and yet they seem very normal. She also said that she felt special. She then said that she noticed the difference between her school and the camp and then she acted out an example of child answering a question. While acting out different scenes, she showed that at her school children try to answer fast, but at SIG the children question the answers and enjoy the question. Wow. What a life insight your teachers have given her.”

SIG PARENT SIG at Union School District Day Program


Need - Based Financial Assistance & Scholarships

SIG/NSGT is pleased to be able to offer financial assistance to some students who wish to attend our program and ask that you please read the following information carefully before applying for financial assistance from SIG/NSGT.

Availability of SIG/NSGT financial assistance varies by campus and is not intended to cover the total cost of the student’s attendance at SIG.

Financial assistance awards serve as the final payment on your account and are not attributed until all other fees are paid. Following the submission of your application for as-sistance, you must continue to adhere to the SIG payment schedule as outlined in our catalog while you are awaiting our decision.

SIG/NSGT is also pleased to work with other organizations and foundations to provide financial assistance. To ap-ply for these funds, you will need to fill out the financial assistance application available on our website. You are automatically entered in the pool of applicants for funds

being awarded this year when you complete this applica-tion and return it to the SIG office in Stamford. Scholarship award decisions are based on the financial documents pro-vided by you with your application. All financial assistance and scholarship recipients will be notified of the type and amount of award by mail.

To qualify for assistance, you must send a completed SIG program application and include the non-refundable $95 SIG application fee. Applications for financial assistance and the SIG application form will not be processed until the application fee is paid. Financial assistance is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Once funds are exhaust-ed, assistance is no longer available to families. Be sure to submit your application early. SIG will begin accepting financial assistance applications on December 1, 2011.

Please check our website periodically for updates and in-formation on financial assistance, scholarship opportunities and fundraising ideas.


Other NSGT ProgramsSIG BEYOND

After School Programs | Ages 6-12SIG Beyond is an exciting 10-week afterschool program model for Gifted & Talented students ages 6-12. Students choose from courses that offer students curriculum beyond what is offered during the school day, are wide-ranging in potential interest areas for individual-ized learning, and engage students in hands-on learning while ap-plying school content through speaking, writing, researching, analyz-ing, reasoning, and questioning. This program also offers additional activities to support the social, ethical, and self-expression needs of gifted students. This program can be individualized to address the ages, abilities, interests and needs of a particular school. If your school is interested in offering a SIG Beyond program, please contact us at [email protected] or call (866) 303-4744.

CAMPUS LOCATION DATESIndian Hill Elementary School

Holmdel, NJ 10/4-12/13

Oster Elementary San Jose, CA 10/3-12/12

Williams Elementary School San Jose, CA 10/3-12/12

SIG Saturday ProgramsAges 6-11 | $395

The goal of the four-week SIG Saturday Program is to empower stu-dents in grades 1-6 to discover and develop their skills and talents by engaging in authentic activities and applied curriculum. Participants face intellectual challenges, create original products, and develop emerging life skills and talents. By working on a group project, stu-dents are a part of a vibrant learning community.

CAMPUS LOCATION DATES

Fairfield University Fairfield, CT TBA

Inly School Scituate, MA 1/21-2/11

Dunham Academy for the Gifted and Talented

San Rafael, CA 3/3-3/24

Weekend WorkshopsIf your school is just looking for a singular weekend experience to engage the students in your community, SIG also offers an individual-ized weekend program model. In this model, students attend sessions for two days on a weekend where they deal with a problem or issue in a problem-based learning, problem-solving format.

If your school is interested in offering a SIG Beyond weekend program, please contact us at [email protected], call (866) 303-4744 or visit www.giftedstudy.org/sigbeyond


SIG RESIDENTIAL & COMMUTER PROGRAMSOpen to students ages 9-17

A three-week summer program for gifted students (commuters attend Monday through Friday), providing instruction in nearly 80 exciting and challenging multi-curricular, arts and recreational courses. On weekends, residential students participate in a variety of activities (off campus trips on Saturdays, Sunday Activity Day, Sunday Parent Visitation Day, and extended evening programs) that provide a change of pace and further enrichment for each student. Students can be a part of a SIG Residential Program in ten different locations listed to the right:

CAMPUS AGES PROGRAM DATESAmherst College 9-17 July 15 - August 4

Bryn Mawr College 9-17 July 1 - July 21

Dartmouth College * 13-17 July 22 - August 11

Emory University 9-17 June 24 - July 14

Princeton University * 13-17 July 22 - August 11

UC Berkeley I 9-17 June 23 - July 13

UC Berkeley II 9-17 July 15 - August 4

UCLA 9-17 July 8 - July 28

University of Texas at Austin 9-17 July 8 - July 28

Vassar College 9-17 July 8 - July 28

Yale University I* 13-17 June 30 - July 20

Yale University II* 13-17 July 22 - August 11

* Ages 13-17 only

New! SIG College Week @ Bryn Mawr CollegeBryn Mawr, PA | July 21-July 28, 2012 | Ages 15-18 | $1,795

Academically talented teens preparing for college have many questions…How do I find a college that’s a good aca-demic fit? Are there college programs for gifted students? What is a public ivy school? What’s the difference between an honors program and honors college? Find these answers and many more at SIG College Week!

SIG College Week, a unique college preparation program geared to the academically talented and gifted student, will run at the Bryn Mawr College campus from Saturday July 21, 2012 through Saturday July 28, 2012. It is open to SIG-eligible students ages 15-18. Eligibility requirements for SIG College Week are the same as for any SIG program. Please see page 5 for the SIG eligibility requirements. The program is appropriate for and open to American and English-speaking international students.

Three days will be spent on the Bryn Mawr campus, in sem-inars focusing on selection, admissions, college life, and SAT Prep. SIG College Week seminars focus on the issues that academically talented students face when considering higher education, including academic challenge, age dif-ferences due to acceleration, and opportunities for under-graduate research.

On three other days, students will visit colleges in the surround-ing area, large and small, from public to private, such as:

• Millersville University • Penn State University

• Princeton University • Rowan University

• Swarthmore College • University of Pennsylvania

• Widener University

On the evenings of the college visits, SIG College Week will host guest speakers who are experts in the field of college admissions, finance, and honors programs. On the seminar evenings, students will work on team-building exercises with their counselor groups, engage in social activities, or relax and be entertained by evening programs.

SIG College Week is staffed by a Director who oversees the program, a Program Dean who oversees and teaches in the academic program, a teaching Housemaster who oversees residential life, and counselors who serve as TAs and super-vise students residentially. The program also has a full-time nurse.

This program can be added onto a regular SIG program session at Bryn Mawr (continues immediately after SIG ends) or another SIG session, or SIG College Week can be a singular one-week experience. Choose the option that works best for you!


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AIFS Family of ProgramsA special benefit enjoyed by the NSGT is its unique relationship with the American Institute For Foreign Study (AIFS), Inc. AIFS is one of the oldest and largest organizations providing cultural exchange and study abroad programs. NSGT works closely with AIFS which provides marketing, logistical and technical assistance for the Summer Institute for the Gifted.

More than 1.5 million people from 100 countries have participated in AIFS programs since its founding in 1964. AIFS programs include: Au Pair in America–quality live-in child care; AIFS Col-lege Study Abroad–all inclusive summer, semester and academic year programs and Academic Year in America–high school exchange program. For more information on these programs and other AIFS programs, please visit www.aifs.com.

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Session Dates: July 15 – August 4, 2012

University Prep is an intensive 3-week summer program focused on assisting academically achieving students to prepare for successful entry into the college of their choice. University Prep provides U.S. and internation-al high school students the opportunity to learn how to navigate the college admissions process and increase their SAT scores by training and testing on actual College Board® materials. Students get a taste of campus life, resid-ing on a prestigious campus for three weeks and touring local area campuses such as Brown, MIT, Harvard and Yale.

University Prep at AmherstOpen to U.S. and international students Ages 15-18 (U.S. grades 10-12)

Want more info? Call (866) 303-4744Visit www.nsgtuniversityprep.org

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Read what SIG Parents and Students Have to Say...

“My daughter Anabel absolutely adored SIG Camp at Fairfield University. We were both very impressed by the excellent and challenging SIG classes and by the amount of research and dedication that goes towards making this a more than memorable stay. The kids attending were all unique in their interests and ways, but it was wonderful to observe how well they all got along. All SIG staff members were incredibly helpful, warm and knowledgeable, always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that everyone felt at ease. In short, it was a wonderful experi-ence and we will definitely come back next year.”

ANABEL MELLINGER SIG at Fairfield University

“We got to actually play court and make opening statements instead of just learn-ing about them. Chemistry was awesome -we got to make cool models and draw a lot and understand how atoms separate and get together again in reactions. Games at recreation hour were super fun, not ordinary games like dodgeball and tag, They were really interesting games I’d never known before like ‘cross the lava’ and ‘party killer’, ‘lizard’ and other games in which you had work together and discover patterns or come up with interesting strategies. I made a lot of friends and luckily everyone has email.”

ANGELA BENTON, SIG STUDENT SIG at The Overlake School

“SIG offers a variety of refreshing, fun and exciting programs. Both my children who have very different personalites enjoyed attending the program and are look-ing forward to attending it next year”

RAHUL BHIRANGI, SIG PARENT SIG at Stuart Country Day School

This is a wonderful social, academic and creative experience for our children. The well qualified instructors do an amazing job at inspiring the campers to “think out of the box” as they love to do. It is a place to enjoy the intellectual freedom often hampered in the traditional school setting.

AMARA MERRITT, SIG PARENT SIG at Out-of-Door Academy


River Plaza, 9 West Broad Street, Stamford, CT 06902www.giftedstudy.org • (866) 303 4744

The National Society for Gifted and Talented (NSGT) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization created to honor and encourage gifted and talented (G&T) children and youth. Founded by financial support from AIFS and the Educa-tional Testing Service, the NSGT is committed to celebrat-ing and advancing the academic, creative, and leadership abilities and potential of gifted and talented students.

The goal of NSGT is to develop an organization where G&T children and youth are identified, and as members, can expect to find information and opportunities that directly relate to, and cultivate, their abilities and desires to achieve at a high level.

As gifted education services face an ongoing struggle for funding and stability, NSGT strives to provide students with the attention, resources and opportunities needed to fulfill their goals and maximize their potential for the future.

NSGT Members Receive:

9 A certificate of recognition affirming their place among the most highly able students in the country.

9 Access to the nation’s school database containing gifted programs registered with the U.S. Department of Education.

9 Scholarship opportunities for student projects and/or programs students wish to attend.

9 Discounts from top vendors in the field of gifted edu-cation on gifted resources including software, publica-tions, tutoring and more.

For more information about NSGT and how to join: Call (800) 572-6748 or visit us at www.NSGT.org

NSGT Board of Trustees

Arie L. Nettles, Ph.D., NCSP, HSPChair, NSGTAssociate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Center for Child Development, Vanderbilt University

Judith Parker, Ph.D.Vice Chair, NSGTExecutive Director, Carmel Hill Fund Education Program

Barbara Swicord, Ed.D.Executive Director, NSGTPresident and CEO, SIG

Jack BurgChief Financial Officer, American Institute For Foreign Study®

Benjamin DavenportPrincipal, Eastern Middle SchoolRiverside, CT (retired)

Julia To Dukta, Ed.D.Director, Global Assessment and Professional Services, CGFNS International, Inc.

William L. GertzPresident and CEO, American Institute For Foreign Study®

Matthew Greene. Ph.D.Educational Director, Howard Greene and Associates

Terrence PaulCo-Chairman and Co-Founder, Renaissance Learning, Inc.

Joseph S. Renzulli, Ed.D.Director, National Research Center for the Gifted and Talented, University of Connecticut

Len RobinsonExecutive Director, New Jersey YMHA-YWHA Camps

Sir Cyril Taylor, GBEChairman, American Institute For Foreign Study®

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