Applications now being accepted for Summer 2012!
We are excited to present this summer's offerings, which include many new and exciting classes!
Summer 2012 schedule: Click here to view a listing of all of our offerings for Summer 2012. Detailed course descriptions can be accessed in our brochure here. REGISTRATION ALERTS: The following courses are at capacity and are no longer open for enrollment: THE HUNGER GAMES, AWESOME OCEANS, CHEMICAL REACTIONS and FORENSIC SCIENCE. STORIES AND SCRAPBOOKS has been canceled.
To apply, please complete and mail your application form (including test scores or admissions portfolio if required) and tuition check or money order (including any applicable course fees). We regret that we are unable to accept online or faxed submissions. Please see below for links to the application form and teacher recommendation form.
Extended Day Options
Chess Club: Opened for all levels of players and students of the Summer Gifted and Talented Program. This program begins after the conclusion of the Gifted Program class day and ends by 4:45pm, during WEEKS 2 and 4 ONLY. Tuition is $100 per week. For questions, contact Summer Gifted and Talented Program Director, Janie Wu at jwu@dom.edu.
Meet the Faculty!
Contacts
For specific questions pertaining to the Summer Gifted and Talented Program, please contact Program Director Janie Wu at jwu@dom.edu.
General program questions can also be directed to gifted@dom.edu.
Information
Frequently Asked Questions - Find answers to frequently asked questions about the Summer Gifted and Talented Program.
The Summer Gifted and Talented Program at Dominican University serves the academic and social needs of highly motivated gifted and talented students entering grades 2-8 in the Fall with enriching and challenging instruction that is rooted in discovery-based learning, differentiated instruction and assessments, flexible grouping, hands-on activities, real world connections, and individual student evaluations. Class sizes are limited to 20 students maximum, with teaching assistants assigned as necessary for additional classroom supervision, management, and instructional planning.
Students are accepted into courses that reflect their demonstrated academic area of strength in math, science, and/or verbal reasoning. Nationally-normed standardized test scores ranked in the 90%ile are pre-qualified for enrollment pending prerequisites or course availability. Students without scores in the 90%ile may apply 1-2 teacher recommendation(s) for consideration. Please download a copy of the form directly from our website, or contact the Program Director/Gifted Office for any questions regarding the teacher recommendation form or admissions process.
To request a school visit or additional program materials, school officials/teachers may contact the Program Director.
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