Events for Students

The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation Summer Seminar, is a scholarship program (full tuition, room and board and all seminar related expenses, excluding transportation), available nationally to artistically gifted high school juniors (2003-04) in public and private schools. The Summer Seminar, held on the campus of The Colorado College, Colorado Springs, Colorado, is designed as an art institute offering an intensive visual art studio program for the students. Three, two-week seminars will be held this summer. Apply by April 7, 2004.

Cost: no cost except transportation
Contact: Kimberly M. Taylor - Program Officer -

Now in its thirteenth year, Summer at Sem attracts more than 600 athletes, students and performing artists. Day students and athletes commute locally, and from around the world to reside in the dormitories. Programs offered include the following:

College Prep Institute The College Prep Institute offers students a summer of enrichment and academic challenge in courses ranging from American History on Film to Public Speaking and The Creation of Music. June 28 - July 23

Ages: 13 - 18, Entering Grades 9 – 12

Performing Arts Institute Music Makers for ages 7 to 9 - July 5 to July 17 Young Artists Musical Theater for ages 10 to 13 - July 12 to July 24 Junior Performing Arts Institute for grades 5,6,7,8 July 26 to August 7 Performing Arts Institute for ages 12 to 18 - June 27 to August 8

Sports Camps and Clinics Sports Camps and Clinics offer young athletes a chance to enhance their skills while enjoying a variety of games, organized athletics and field trips.

Blue Knights Sports Camp for ages 8 to 14 —weekly from June 28 to August 6 Lady Blue Knights Field Hockey for girls entering grades 4 to 12 - June 14 to June 18 Lady Blue Knights Basketball for girls entering grades 5 to 9 - June 21 to June 25 Lady Blue Knights Lacrosse Clinic for girls entering grades 5 to 8 - July 26 to July 30

For more information, call, email or visit the Web site.

English As A Second Language Institute This ESL program combines focused classroom learning with travel and social opportunities. June 27 - July 24 (Session I) July 25 - Aug. 19 (Session II) Aug. 19-27 (Session III) For more information, call or visit our Web site.

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The Advanced Writer's Workshop provides participants with intensive workshops and individual conferencing in Fiction, Poetry, and Creative Nonfiction with widely published Susquehanna creative writing faculty. Nationally recognized visiting writers will conduct guest workshops and give readings throughout the week. This is designed for experienced student writers. A portfolio of six to eight pages of fiction or poetry is required for admission.

Grades: 11 - 12

Cost: $500
Event location: One Hassinger Hall
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
Contact: Dr. Gary Fincke - 570/372-4164

This residential program provides gifted high school students with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and design projects with experienced and respected professionals. Placed either individually or in small groups, inquisitive and productive young people apply their talents to real-world problems and scenarios and gain insight into a variety of career options while learning from professionals.

Various Dates in July and August

Grades: Current HS Freshman, Sophomores & Juniors

Cost: $1950 - $2850

Kids on Campus is a summer enrichment program emphasizing the fun of learning, Students may choose from a variety of classes ranging from computers to theater. Instructors strive to show the kids that Math, Science, History and Art have a fun side. Courses like "Creepy Crawlers" and "Edible Math" mix learning with hands-on fun.

Grades: Entering 2nd through 10th

Cost: Costs vary

Students will develop their logic and programming skills through immersion in the fundamentals of the latest in computer programming—Java, emerging nano-technologies of things yet to come, microprocessors to program robots, and Microsoft Visual Basic via a hands-on game approach. Participants should have completed an introductory high school programming course and two years of high school mathematics.

Offerings include: The Science & Devices within Our Modern Micro World July 18-23 Introductory Programming:Writing Games w/Visual Basic July 18-23 • Microprocessors and Robotics Camp July 25-30 Advanced Programming:Advanced Placement Exam with Java - July 25-30

Grades: 10 - 12

For more information about these camps, please visit the Website.

Cost: $495 (including Room & Board)

This is the 25th Year Celebration for the Gifted Camp at Mansfield University. Instructors are college professors, public school teachers, and professionals with expertise and sincere interest in working with children. The counselors will spend 24 hours a day with the campers. There is a 1-10 ratio of counselors to children. Academic offerings include Digital Photography, Amazing Animation, Math & Logic, Star Gazing, and Engineering in Period 1; Scuba Diving, Acting Like a Fool, Physics, Can you "Dig It?," and Business & Finance in Period II; Sports of Sorts, Survivor, Chocolate, Ummm...Wanna Dance?, and Rocketry in Period III.

July 11-17 (Session One) July 18-24 (Session Two) July 26-31 (Session Three)

Grades: 4 - 8

Applications accepted on first-come, first-served basis.

Cost: $400 + $75 deposit

Camp Invention is a nationally recognized science summer day camp for children entering second through sixth grades in Fall, 2004. Led by educators, this exciting one-week camp encourages teamwork, creative problem solving and inventive thinking. Each program mixes science, math, history and the arts with lots of fun. Camp Invention is where imaginations run wild! Grades: 2 - 6

There are 27 program locations throughout Pennsylvania. Please check Web site for exact locations, dates and costs.

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This Capitol Classic offers concentrated three-week instruction at the novice, junior varsity and varsity level. Instruction consists of both lectures and hands-on experience. Directed at different levels, lectures focus on debate theory such as counter plans, critiques, topicality, conditionality and fiat. Lab groups focus on skill acquisition such as research, argument and brief construction, speaking drills, and practice debates. For more information, visit the web site.

Cost: $2795+ $75 Lab Fee
Contact: Ronald Bratt - 202/319-5447

This Capitol Classic offers concentrated three-week instruction at the novice, junior varsity and varsity level. Instruction consists of both lectures and hands-on experience. Directed at different levels, lectures focus on debate theory such as counter plans, critiques, topicality, conditionality and fiat. Lab groups focus on skill acquisition such as research, argument and brief construction, speaking drills, and practice debates. For more information, visit the web site.

Cost: $3700+$750 Lab Fee
Contact: Ronald Bratt - 202/319-5447

Carnegie Mellon 's Pre-College Program is a six-week residential program for academically and artistically motivated students. Rising high school juniors and seniors can participate in the following programs: Advanced Placement/Early Admission (APEA) that offers college credit for courses in engineering, science, and humanities; or the Pre-College Program in the Department of Fine Arts that offers non-credit courses in Architecture, Art, Design, Drama and Music. All expose students to a college-level, professional program. Students must be age 16 or older to live on campus.

Cost: $5155-6347

The focus of the program is oral proficiency, comprehension skills, and cultural awareness. All activities are conducted in Spanish by a Spanish-speaking staff, who consist of experienced teachers and their assistants from local colleges and elementary, middle and high schools, all under the direction of Drs. Cynthia Halpern and Nicholas Uliano of the Cabrini College Romance Languages and Literatures Department. Please call for more information.

For ages 5-13

Cost: ($295/week full day 9-3) ($225/week half day 9-12)

Since 1956, the Chatham College Music and Arts Day Camp has been taking children on an imaginative and interactive journey through the fine and performing arts. Children are encouraged to explore the arts and our many exciting recreational activities. Private lessons are available in all string instruments—brass, guitar, harp, percussion, piano, voice, and woodwinds. Many different and fun classes offered.

For children who have completed grades K-8, or are 5-14 yrs. old.

Cost: $686-$1165
Contact: Robert Timmins, Program Dir. - 412/365-1148

Credit and non-credit programs for motivated 9-12 graders. Two-and-three-week courses are offered in Forensic Science, Landscape Architecture, Digital Photography, Design Layout, and Math Exploration. Students in grades 11-12 may take the three-week Forensic Science course for Chatham College credit and receive a transcript.

For grades 9-12

Cost: $500-$1400, depending on class
Contact: Jo Canchi - 412/365-1148

Two-week summer programs offered throughout Pennsylvania for academically talented students in mathematics, science, and humanities. The 2004 locations include: Abington, Butler, Connellsville, Erie, Forty Fort/Wilkes- Barre Area, Glen Mills, Harleysville, Hershey, Hollidaysburg, Johnstown, Kennett Square, Lebanon, Lewisburg, Ligonier, Lower Burrell, Pittsburgh, Pocono Area, Pottstown, Reading, Sandy Lake, Scranton, Sidman, South Fayette, State College, and Washington, PA.

C-MITES courses offer students a hands-on approach to math, science, and humanities. Courses offered: Abacus Math, The Advertising Edge, Amusement Park Physics, CalcuSolve & More, Computers 101, Environment & Ecology, Explorations in Science, Food Science, Fundamentals of French, Fundamental Programming, Geometric Design, Informal Geometry, Introduction to Architecture, Marvelous Math Mysteries, Materials Science, Math Olympiad, Movies: From Page to Reel, Mystery Writing, Observational Astronomy, Roaming Ancient Rome, Robotics, Rocketry, Solve a Murder Mystery, Structures, Techno Poetry, TV Productions, "Under" Construction, Work Backwards, and You Make Me Sick: Immunology. Selection is competitive. Commuter program weekdays from 9 a.m - 12 noon. Some sites offer optional afternoon programs.

Visit our website: www.cmu.edu/cmites for course descriptions and schedule.

For students who have completed grades 3-7

Cost: $298 - Financial Aid Available
Contact: Connie Herold -

Two-week summer programs offered throughout Pennsylvania for academically talented students in mathematics, science, and humanities. The 2004 locations include: Abington, Butler, Connellsville, Erie, Forty Fort/Wilkes- Barre Area, Glen Mills, Harleysville, Hershey, Hollidaysburg, Johnstown, Kennett Square, Lebanon, Lewisburg, Ligonier, Lower Burrell, Pittsburgh, Pocono Area, Pottstown, Reading, Sandy Lake, Scranton, Sidman, South Fayette, State College, and Washington, PA.

C-MITES courses offer students a hands-on approach to math, science, and humanities. Courses offered: Abacus Math, The Advertising Edge, Amusement Park Physics, CalcuSolve & More, Computers 101, Environment & Ecology, Explorations in Science, Food Science, Fundamentals of French, Fundamental Programming, Geometric Design, Informal Geometry, Introduction to Architecture, Marvelous Math Mysteries, Materials Science, Math Olympiad, Movies: From Page to Reel, Mystery Writing, Observational Astronomy, Roaming Ancient Rome, Robotics, Rocketry, Solve a Murder Mystery, Structures, Techno Poetry, TV Productions, "Under" Construction, Work Backwards, and You Make Me Sick: Immunology. Selection is competitive. Commuter program weekdays from 9 a.m - 12 noon. Some sites offer optional afternoon programs.

Visit our website: www.cmu.edu/cmites for course descriptions and schedule.

For students who have completed grades 3-7

Cost: $298 - Financial aid is available
Contact: Connie Herold -

The College Discovery program allows gifted high school seniors and juniors to take first-year or introductory level courses at King's College. The purpose is to orient talented high school students to the college environment and to provide each student with an extensive, challenging experience in an academic discipline. High school seniors should be in top 20% of their class, while juniors should be in the top 10%. Students must be recommended by their guidance counselor and provide a copy of their transcript. This is not a residential program—available only to students within commuting distance of the college.

Grades: Entering Grades 11-12 in fall

Cost: $150 for a three-credit class

Many online offerings from kindergarten through advanced undergraduate offered year-round.

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Equinox helps students develop self-awareness, intellectual self-confidence, critical thinking skills, and a capacity for autonomous and self-directed learning. Students receive academic and personal support from teachers and residential teaching assistants and may earn high school credit after successfully completing a course. This is a joint program of Northwestern University's Center for Talent Development and Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Students may enroll in one of the following courses: Advanced Creative Writing Honors; AP English: Literature & Composition; Pre-Calculus Honors; AP Environmental Research Science; Chemistry Honors; Research Methods Honors; Plagues & Pestilence: Epidemiology Honors; Introduction to Engineering Concepts; Genetics and Biotechnology; Introduction to Robotics Honors.

Cost: $2300 - residential - Financial aid available
Contact: Ana R. Badillo - 216/368-6735

Extreme Media lets students become technicians, producers, editors, and stars of their own productions. Students learn to use digital video cameras, video editing programs, sound, and other skills. Real industry professionals and an experienced staff work with participants. On the last day there will be a public screening for family and friends. All campers will receive a DVD or VHS collection of work produced at the camp. Other activities include movie nights, bowling, and swimming. Extreme Media is a great way to learn in a fun environment.

Basic Program: June 19-26; Advanced: July 10-17

Grades: Middle and High School

Cost: $600 overnight; $375 commuting
Contact: Nathan Wagoner - 814/641-5327

This program is the continuation of an annual, summer, two-day on campus program targeted at potential collegebound ninth through eleventh grade females from the local area. The event focuses on computer-based design, practical laboratory applications and technical report writing as a means of introducing them to the engineering, engineering technology and science programs which exist at the Campus. The program serves as a recruitment tool for Penn State New Kensington and possibly as a retention tool by providing participants–in advance of their matriculation–with a variety of skills which enhance their opportunity for success in these programs at the Campus. (overnight)

Grades: 9-11 (females)

Cost: Free to 12 selected participants

This program is an opportunity for you to investigate what fascinates you most before selecting a career path or college major. Design your unique experience by selecting from over 100 courses that match your skills, personality, and interests. You can earn an average of six college credits, experience college life and live in a dorm, and learn about different fields of study through the speaker series and classes.

Grades: Rising 10, 11, 12

Cost: $5400, incl. two courses and R&B

This is a summer program for intellectually and/or academically gifted students. Enthusiastic, knowledgeable instructors have designed exciting classes to challenge small groups of students. Your child can attend either a morning (8:30 - noon) or an afternoon (1:00 - 4:30) session, or both.

Grades: 1 – 8

Cost: $95/class

Investigate forensic evidence in a mock crime scene; learn to rig a sail boat; research and broadcast TV news; invent percussion instruments; collect protozoa; organize a fashion show; raft the Deerfield River; design websites, print tee-shirts, ace your tennis serve; explore Boston and more. Send for a catalog to check out the rest.

For students entering grades 8 and 9

Cost: $3450 Residential/one session - $6595 Residential/both sessions - Session dates: 6/27 - 7/17 and

Pennsylvania students in grades 2 through 8 who have scored at or above the 97th percentile on a recent standardized test are eligible for this year’s Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY) Talent Search. Students take tests as part of the search, find out more about their math and verbal abilities, receive recognition for their efforts, and can qualify for summer programs and online courses. Tests are given locally.

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Distance Education courses offered in conjunction with CTY.

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This program is held at St. Mark's School in Southborough, MA. It combines all the fun, friendships, and adventure of a camp with the excitement of intellectual inquiry and discovery. Creative environment celebrates self-expression and fosters self-confidence. Study bugs, trade stocks, solve crimes, learn wilderness survival, try tae kwon do, race a street luge, make a movie, hip-hop dance, paint, make pottery, shoot rockets, swim, write, compute, cook, excavate artifacts. Weekend trips into Boston and throughout New England that balance learning and fun.

Students entering grades 4-7

Cost: $3350/one session - $6395/both sessions; Session dates: 6/27 - 7/17 and 7/18 - 8/7

The purpose of these workshops is to provide academic enrichment and the opportunity for gifted, talented, and creative students to interact and pursue their interests. Camps are at two locations. More than 70 programs for kids and workshops for teens are offered at Newtown in the topics of The Arts; TV, Film and Video; Language & Culture; Science & Nature; Sports Clinics & Activities; and varied other interests. Art, Computers, & Computer Art are offered in Perkasie. Extended hours available.

Cost: Dates and costs vary for each weekly camp. Register on line or by calling.

The LIFE workshop provides a "hands-on" introduction to business. A key feature of the workshop will be involvement in an interactive computer business simulation. As part of a small team, students create and run a company in a competitive environment. The week will also include presentations from various academic and professional speakers and field trips to view real world applications of concepts discussed during the workshop.

Cost: $200
Event location: Apfelbaum Hall
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
Contact: George Cravitz and Dr. Leann Mischel - 570/372-4354

Hands-on engineering design projects and career experiences featuring: Acoustics, Bioengineering, Chemical, Environmental Construction & Design, Materials, Product Innovation, each offered in one-day modules. This is a fun way to explore careers and meet friends.

Grades: Girls entering 9-12 in Fall, 2004

Cost: $25/day or $100/week

High school students with the ability and motivation to do college-level work can enroll. Evening and day classes are available in two different sessions to accommodate work and vacation plans. A letter of recommendation from the high school principal or guidance counselor is required. What is offered?: Courses in Art, Biology, History, Chemistry, English, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology Please see Website for variable session start and end dates.

Deadlines also vary and are noted on the site.

Grades: Open to all high school students.

Cost: $995/course

Join world-renowned performers and teachers, Sherry Kloss and Don Freund, as they present eight days of intense study, imaginative and inspiring coaching, public performances and round table discussions. Talented violin and piano students of all ages have the opportunity to explore in depth, facets of stylistic music making and the fine art of true duo partnership. In memory of Jascha Heifitz.

Cost: Tuition $375; Room & Meals $425-$500
Contact: Laurie Petty - 412/365-1148

Pathways is a two-week summer program for qualified high school students, grades 9 through 12, who wish to explore college life and earn up to three college credits. Pathways offers students a variety of credit and non-credit seminars, along with other extra curricular activities while they enjoy two full weeks on Marywood's 115-acre campus. For those students not earning credit, there are no per-credit costs. Need-based scholarships may be available.

Grades: 9 - 12

Cost: Approx. $250 per credit, plus fees

The Penn State Dance Camp offers young dancers the opportunity to learn spirited dances from current and former Dance Team members. This year's Dance Camp will provide dancers with individual instruction in proper skill development and dance technique. Dance Team members will lead campers through team-building activities and team pom, jazz, and hip-hop routines. The camp will conclude with a showcase of talent, with campers performing their new routines in a minirecital.

Grades: 6 – 12

Cost: Resident Camper $295, Day Camper $245. After June 7, add $50 to each of the fees

Program offers a lively mathematical environment in which ambitious high school students explore the creative world of mathematics. Through their intensive efforts to solve an assortment of unusually challenging problems in number theory, participants practice the art of mathematical discovery—numerical exploration, formulation and critique of conjectures, and techniques of proof and generalization.

Advanced Seminars for PROMYS 2003 PROMYS and the Clay Mathematics Institute will offer advanced seminars in Geometry and Symmetry, Abstract Algebra, and Combinatorics, for the further enrichment of our returning students and counselors.

Cost: Call for costs. Need-based financial aid is available.

Program offers a lively mathematical environment in which ambitious high school students explore the creative world of mathematics. Through their intensive efforts to solve an assortment of unusually challenging problems in number theory, participants practice the art of mathematical discovery—numerical exploration, formulation and critique of conjectures, and techniques of proof and generalization.

Advanced Seminars for PROMYS 2003 PROMYS and the Clay Mathematics Institute will offer advanced seminars in Geometry and Symmetry, Abstract Algebra, and Combinatorics, for the further enrichment of our returning students and counselors.

Cost: Call for costs. Need-based financial aid is available.

The Ross Program at the Ohio State University is an intensive course in mathematics for pre-college students. This program is sponsored by the University in partnership with the Clay Mathematics Institute. During those eight summer weeks, students are immersed in a world of mathematical discovery.

Ages: 14 - 18

See Website for registration information.

Cost: $ 2700, including R&B

This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in areas that are of particular interest to the student. There is no charge for this program, nor are the students remunerated. This program is designed to provide an "apprenticeship" kind of experience for the student who is willing to become engaged in stretching their previously acquired knowledge and building on it.

Grades: High School Students

Session 1: July 6-23; Session II: July 26-Aug. 13

Cost: no charge

Program is designed to provide an exciting and rewarding opportunity for exceptional high school students entering their senior year. This three-week residential program will help alleviate concerns of balancing academics with a social life, living away from home, and making new friends during the transition from high school to university setting. The Academy will enable students to earn six honors level college credits. This is a competitive program limited to thirty students.

Grades: Entering senior year in high school.

Cost: $2750 includes room and board
Contact: Heather Mathianas - 724/938-5840

Camp Watonka offers "hands on" experiences in astronomy, biology, chemistry, computer science, electronics, geology, ham radio, physics, robotics, photography, rocketry, etc. Well equipped laboratories, along with certified instructors, make this a worthwhile experience for boys who are interested in science. In addition to the sciences, Camp Watonka offers a wide range of other activities that include mini-bike riding, climbing, ropes, riflery, archery, sailing, trips, sports, woodworking, crafts, and ARC swimming, etc. Campers select their own programs, and they are given individual instruction in all activities.

June 26- July 24 ($3195/1st 4-weeks) July 24 - August 21 ($2895 2nd 4 weeks)

Ages: Boys 7 through 15

Applications accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Your interests, curiosity, and instincts act as your guide toward new and different academic choices. Try biomedical ethics, video production, the sociology of pop culture, buddhism, structural design. Or...how about hula dancing, visiting the Guggenheim, studying CAT scans, learning lacrosse, debating immigration policies, seeing a Broadway show? Request a catalog to see the rest.

Cost: $3550/one session - $6795/both sessions - Sessions: 6/27 - 7/19 and 7/20 - 8/9

The idea of the wild calls forth our most adventurous and creative selves. But so can writing: in fact, adventure and creativity are necessary equipment for writers and readers as well as explorers. This summer college program offers an opportunity to be introduced to college writing in an informal, comfortable environment while learning about the Susquehanna River and Pennsylvania woods and some of their wild inhabitants. Participants will sample some of the world's best wilderness writing and get detailed feedback on their own writing. Limited to 20 students.

Grades: 11 - 12

Cost: $500
Event location: 7 Hassinger Hall
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
Contact: Dr. Rachana Sachder and Dr. Susan Bowers - 570/372-4417or 570/372-4317

Syracuse Summer College invites high school students who have completed grades 10 through 12 to get a taste of college in the actual areas being considered as majors and future professions. Courses are currently available in any of three diverse program categories. Liberal Arts Program: Choose two Arts & Sciences classes. Pre-Professional Programs: Take one course in either Engineering and Computer Science, Law, Management, or Public Communications, and select a second, complementary course from among the liberal arts offerings. Studio Arts Programs: Choose one of the following areas—Acting & Musical Theater, Architecture, Art & Design, and Fashion and Textile Design.

Grades: Completed 10-12

Cost: $5050-$5750 depending upon program of study. Scholarship Application accepted until April 25.

SEEDS 2004 will mark the 15th year of the program. This day-camp, which runs from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm daily, is designed for students who have completed K-8th grade. Students will choose from a variety of options, including crafts, athletics, science, languages, arts, and theater. Schedules will be available in April.

June 21-25 and July 19-23 ($90/child/week ($75 for additional child from same family)

Grades: K-8 First-come, first-served basis

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This is a residential academic program in which students enroll in four 70-minute classes for 10 days. The courses are created to address the abilities, needs and interests of the gifted, and curriculum is developed and differentiated according to the basic principles of gifted education. In addition to taking classes, students are exposed to a variety of activities that allow for interaction and socialization with other gifted students. Daytime courses will include art, computers and technology, creative writing, cultures, debate, drama, dance history, mathematics, music/band/orchestra/choir, and science.

Session 1: July 4-17; Session 2: July 18-31

Grades: Entering 5 through 10 in September 2004

Cost: $1150 per session, incl. housing, food, tuition, staffing

This is an intensive four-week program for high school women who excel in the arts and plan to attend an art college. College credit can be earned (3.0 credits upon successful completion of the program). Fine Arts curriculum with field trips. Choice of staying in dormitory or commuting. See Website for more details.

Grades: 11 - 12

Cost: $1920 commuters; $2970 residents

Explore, experiment and experience the exciting programs being offered this summer in downtown Pittsburgh.

For middle school students: Math and the Arts, Design Engineering, Handheld Computers, and Puppet Camp.

For high school students: Criminal Justice, Camp Hollywood (filmmaking), Engineering Technology, Handheld Computers, Print Journalism, Sports/Art & Entertainment Management, Rockette Summer Intensive (a partnership with Radio City Entertainment for intermediate/ advanced dancers), and International Summerdance (ballet, jazz and modern).

Also, a Field Trip Planner for Teachers, a Family Vacation in your Home Town, Writing A Family History, plus informative Lunch and Learn Programs.

Act 48 Credit for PA Teachers. Please call or email for brochure.

Various dates in June, July

Grades: Middle, High School, Adults, Families

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SIG has been a leading provider of gifted programs since 1984. SIG's three-week Summer Camps on college campuses provide the ultimate academic, recreational and social experience. Courses are designed to introduce students to new areas of interest and to provide meaningful learning experiences. Programs are held at the following prestigious academic institutions: Bryn Mawr College, PA; Oberlin College,OH; UCLA, CA; Amherst College, MA; Vassar College, NY; Caldwell College, NJ. Online Learning and Gifted Education Seminars are also available. June - August (visit Web site for exact dates)

Grades: 4 -11

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Course offerings include hands-on science, mathematics, computers, writing, and law. Curriculum emphasizes problem solving, critical and creative thinking, and independence in learning. Rolling Admissions.

Grades: 2 - 8

Cost: $1695

This two-month program focuses on teaching through hands-on research, academic instruction and support of scientific and humanistic activities. Dr. Rieders endeavors to provide an educational experience that will nurture a love of science. To this end, the Foundation provides an academic milieu and experts in various fields who act as mentors to groups of researchers. The philosophy is that knowledge is the fundamental tool required to investigate any of life's problems or otherwise. Once the basic "tool bag" is filled with an understanding of these topics, one is truly ready to advance in the fields of science and life.

June-August

High School Students and Science Teachers

Call for more information or apply online.

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The Summer Seminar is a scholarship program open to all artistically gifted high school juniors (2003-2004) in public and private high schools. It is designed as an institute to offer an intensive visual art studio program for students. There are three, two-week sessions with up to 21 students per session selected to attend. Each student may attend only one session. Seminar is held on the campus of the Colorado College in Colorado Springs, CO. Full-tuition awards (tuition, room and board) and all seminar related expenses. Transportation not included.

June 6-19 (Session One); June 20-July 3 (Session Two) July 4-17 (Session Three)

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Improve your chance to attend the college of your choice. Student should have completed Algebra 1 and Geometry. Lower your test anxiety–raise your SAT scores . Sharpen skills necessary to increase performance results. Learn how to approach the SAT with valuable hints. For further information, please call.

Grades: 9-12

Cost: $252

This program is designed for gifted, creative, or talented students. Exciting daytime courses are offered in subjects like computers, history, and the humanities for highly motivated youth who seek opportunities to explore new interests and develop their creativity and talents. In addition to the classroom experience, Challenge also includes fun-filled evening recreation and social interaction. Differences in course content exist between the junior high and senior high weeks to accommodate age and ability levels of participating students. Classes are scheduled from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. July 11 - 16 (Grades 6-8); July 18 - 23 (Grades 9-12);

Grades: Students entering 6 - 12

Cost: $500 commuter; $600 resident

Intensive college level programs for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors, ages 16-19 who plan on further study in the arts. Programs offered in visual and performing arts, media and communication. Half, quarter, and merit scholarships offered based on talent and/or merit. No full scholarships offered. Please see Web site for more detailed information. July 12 - August 6 ($2000, tuition only, 4-wk program)($1200, tuition only, 2-wk program)

Grades: 10-11-12; Ages 16-19

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Tufts Summer Study is a coed day program for rising juniors and seniors. Students can choose from one to two summer programs. The Health Science Program is designed for selected students who hope to one day enter the world of medicine. The Writing Program can help you develop a writing style that appeals, convinces, educates, and entertains. The Ethics and Global Citizenship Program is designed to help you explore the answers that others have reached about these important topics and how you develop your own approach. Tufts Summit invites you to develop a greater understanding of the global village you will call home. While improving your French language skills, students are introduced to the complex world of international politics and diplomacy.

Grades: Rising Juniors and Seniors

Cost: $1360 - $3120, depending on number and type of courses that you select

Program offers wide range of course offerings for boys and girls in grades 1 - 12 at our center city campus located on The Parkway in Philadelphia. Exciting courses include ceramics, multi-media director, jewelry/metals, photography, painting, drawing, and many others. Please see Website for various courses offered.

Grades: 1 - 12

Cost: $450 tuition; $50 registration

This Institute is an extended creative writing workshop designed to enable students who enjoy writing to learn more about the writing process and their own work. Students can focus intensely on writing in a supportive and stimulating environment where everyone writes. Please note: this is not a remedial program. Teachers and students may select a genre or explore multiple genres including poetry, fiction, non-fiction and memoir. Teachers are fellows of the Western Pennsylvania Writing Project or instructors from the Creative Writing Program of the Department of English, University of Pittsburgh. Instruction includes free writing, revision, editing. In this community of writers, students can challenge themselves, getting and giving feedback on new and revised writing. This program is offered at three Pittsburgh locations, and in Mt. Lebanon, North Hills, and Beaver County. Call for dates and locations. Varies in June/July ($295 - $470)

Grades: Entering 4 - 12 in Fall, 2004

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Established in 1983, this workshop is part of the National Writing and Thinking Network, the largest group of summer writing programs in the country. Each year 70-80 students are selected to participate. Unlike conventional workshops in creative or expository writing, Simon's Rock focuses on using informal, playful expressive writing as a way to strengthen skills of language and thinking. Out of these informal writing activities, using techniques of peer response, students develop more polished pieces, ranging from personal narratives to stories, poems and exploratory essays. Emphasis is given to discovering one's personal voice as a writer. Workshop sections are small (12-13 students). Residential.

Grades: Currently in 9 - 12

Cost: $1925

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