SUMMER 2014 OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIFTED MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTSUpdated February 2014
Splash some excitement into your summer by diving into the camp that suits you! Apply early as spaces fill quickly and scholarship money is limited. See your AIG Specialist for more information.
GENERAL TOPICS
Summer Institute for the Gifted http://www.giftedstudy.org/SIG combines remarkable academic courses with cultural, social, and recreational opportunities. Engage with other students who have similar abilities and interests. Small class sizes. 11 residential sessions in 9 states.
All-Arts, Sciences, & Technology Camp http://web.uncg.edu/dcl/web/allarts_technology/The camp, sponsored by UNC-Greensboro Division of Continual Learning, is a weeklong, residential summer camp for children ages 7-15. Designed to give quality instruction in the arts, sciences, and technology, the camp also includes recreation, values exploration, and citizenship components.
4-H Summer Challenge
http://carteret.ces.ncsu.edu/index.php?page=youth4h
Programs in crafts, sports, science are offered through the NC Cooperative Extension with the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University.
Duke Summer Youth Programs
http://www.learnmore.duke.edu/youth/
Duke Youth Programs is part of Duke University Continuing Studies and has provided summer academic enrichment for academically motivated youth for over 20 years. Each summer approximately 650 youths from around the nation, representing some 22 states and 5 different countries attend. All programs seek to engage learners in innovative, interactive, transformative learning experiences. Co-curricular social and recreational activities complement the instructional day. The camp “learning community” approaches learning as a shared responsibility among students, instructors, and counselors.
Action Science Camp for girls in grades 5-7 Biosciences and Engineering Camp grades 6-8
Expressions! Performing Arts Camp grades 6-8 Young Writers Camp Grades: 6-11
4 Star Academics at the University of Virginia
http://www.4starcamps.com/
For ages 10-18, these 1-2 week sessions include academics, sports, arts, etc. Study philosophy, SAT prep, creative writing, public speaking, higher math, photography, acting, and more.
Randolph-Macon Academy
http://www.rma.edu/summer-programs
Thisacademic camp in Front Royal, VA keeps students' minds sharp over the long summer, while still allowing them to have a lot of fun! During this four-week program, day and boarding students improve their confidence, build lasting friendships, and discover joy in learning. Students spend the morning in classes of their choice, exploring areas of interest (science, reading, writing, math, technology, history, study skills. Rising 6-8th graders.
Talent Identification Program
http://www.tip.duke.edu/
Those students who qualified for TIP offerings by taking the SAT and scoring at high levels have numerous choices for summer studies both in the US at 5 universities and at sites abroad.
The National Association for Gifted Children http://www.nagc.org/index2.aspx?id=1103Check this site for hundreds of opportunities in every state. Advice is offered on how to choose a summer program; links are offered to many sites. Narrow your search to NC or look across the US.
Allen’s Guide to Summer Camps & TravelingPrograms
http://www.allensguide.com/academic/
This site lists amazing offerings to teens for every interest. Find lots of listings for academic camps, such as computers, foreign language, science, animal and nature, college/SAT prep.
VISIONS
http://www.visionsserviceadventures.com/
VISIONS has been setting the standard for cross-cultural summer community service programs. Programs available in the U.S. or Caribbean, West Indies, and North, Central, and South America blend hands-on hard work, intercultural living and learning, and adventurous exploration. Ages 14-18.
JohnsHopkins University Centerfor Talented Youth
http://cty.jhu.edu/summer/summer-programs.html
CTY offers summer residential and day programs on the east and west coasts for qualified students. International, language immersion, writing, math, science, and history programs are offered. Grades 2-12.
SCIENCE/MATH/ENGINEERING/COMPUTER SCIENCE
UNC-Wilmington MarineQuest
http://uncw.edu/marinequest/
Explore, discover, and value marine plant and animal habitats to become environmentally responsible. Learn marine engineering, oceanography, meteorology and paleontology. Day and residential camps are offered for kids ages 5-17.
iD TECH Computer Camps by Internal Drive
http://www.internaldrive.com/courses-programs/
Weeklong tech courses involving creating video games, producing digital movies, designing web pages, programming, and robotics are offered. Located at 60+ universities in 17 states including UNC-Chapel Hill University. Ages 7-18.
NC State Science House
http://www.science-house.org/index.php/ag-discovery-summer-camp
Ag-DISCOVERY is an outreach program to help students learn about careers in plant science. Live on NC State campus for 2 weeks and learn field and laboratory research techniques through hands-on lab experiences, workshops, and field trips. Ages 14-17. FREE.
Odyssey Expeditions
http://www.odysseyexpeditions.com/
Exciting summer educational adventure voyages are offered! Choose scuba diving, sailing, or marine biology while partaking in island exploration on safe adventures. Explore the British Virgin Islands or Windward Islands on a 14, 21, or 28 day voyage for teens and college students.
Green River Preserve Environmental Summer Camp
http://greenriverpreserve.org/
The camp is located on a magnificent 3,400 acre private wildlife preserve in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Brevard, NC. Through wilderness skills, creative arts and the exhilaration of outdoor fun and discovery, we inspire young minds. The mission of the Preserve is to provide a challenging and nurturing learning experience and to inspire a profound appreciation of interconnectedness, ecological respect and the joy of living.
Rising 2nd - 9th graders: 1, 2, and 3 week co-ed sessions with a camper to staff ratio of 3 to 1.
Rising 9th - 12th graders: Green River Expeditions—two-weeks: canoeing, backpacking and kayaking
Appalachian State University Forensic Camp
http://www.camps.appstate.edu/academic/forensic.php
Have you ever wondered what really happens to the evidence collected from the real crime scene? Where does it go, how does it tell its story, and most importantly, how can it be used to solve the crime? With ASU's Forensic Science Camp, all of these questions will be answered. Limited space; rising Grades 9 – 12 with some exceptions.
Greg Landrey’s Anatomy Camp
http://www.anatomycamp.com/
Experience many physiological and anatomy hands-on labs using human cadavers (a rare opportunity for high school and most college students). This is an invaluable tool for learning human anatomy and physiology! Held on the campus of Appalachian State Univ. Grades 9 – 12
CLEMSON UNIV. SUMMER SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE ENRICHMENT PROGRAMHTTP://WWW.CLEMSON.EDU/SUMMER/SUMMER-SCIENCE/A balanced schedule of educational, recreational and cultural activities helps broaden academic skills and develop your creative abilities. Learn about campus life. Engage in challenging opportunities in architecture, life sciences, earth and physical sciences, math, engineering, communications, computer science, and social science. One or two week sessions for rising 7-12thgraders
American Mathematical Society
http://www.ams.org/programs/students/high-school/emp-mathcamps
Summer programs that help middle and high school students explore the world of mathematics research are offered. Most are residential programs. Nationwide.Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
http://www.crowcanyon.org/archaeology_adventures/summer_camps.asp
These summer camps for teens are specially designed to engage young people in the study of the past. Through hands-on activities, lively discussions, and unique field trips, teens learn that the study of archaeology and history.
THE ARTS: DANCE, DRAMA, MUSIC, WRITING, FILM
UNCSchool of the Arts (Winston-Salem) http://www.uncsa.edu/summersession/
Dance, drama, staging, filmmaking, and music classes are offered at residential camps. Daily classes, workshops and rehearsals are enhanced by a comprehensive schedule of extracurricular activities. . College credits earned for these classes. 2-5 weeks long; 7 – 12th grade.
UNC Greensboro Summer Music Camp
http://www.smcamp.org/
The largest University Music Camp in America offers one-week camps in band, mixed chorus, orchestra and piano. Tuition includes private lessons as well. Current 9-12th graders.
ECU Band Camp
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-cfac/music/summer/band/overview.cfm
In addition to full ensemble and sectional rehearsals, campers will have the opportunity to play in small ensembles and attend clinic sessions. Hear musical programs by faculty artists, participate in music workshops, and take classes in conducting, arranging, and general music. A staff of outstanding musicians has been chosen to lead the campers in these musical experiences.
Appalachian State University Cannon Music Camp
http://www.cannon.appstate.edu/
Enjoy quality instruction on a mountain campus with emphasis in vocal and instrumental music. The camp offers the most comprehensive course of musical instruction in the Southeast, with intensive college preparatory work in performance and music theory. Ensemble performance is stressed and experiences in choir, orchestra, band, jazz and chamber music are provided. Rising 9-11th graders.
New York Film Academy
http://www.nyfa.edu/summer_camp/
Kids camps for ages 10-13 offer filmmaking and acting in New York City and in Hollywood. Teen camps for ages 14-17 offer filmmaking, acting, 3-D animation, video game design, screenwriting, and digital journalism. U.S. and international locations. 1 – 6 weeks.
SOCIAL SCIENCES/HISTORY/GOVERNMENT
National Junior Leaders Conferences/Lead America
http://lead-america.org/conferences/nls/nls_ms.asp
This youth leadership organization aims to educate and inspire our next generation of leaders. Leadership and career discovery (Forensic Science, Entrepreneurship, Law, Medicine) conferences are offered.
Check out http://www.hoagiesgifted.org/summer.htmfor many more opportunities!
LOCAL AREA OPPORTUNTIES
NC State University Engineering Summer Programs
http://www.engr.ncsu.edu/theengineeringplace/summerprograms/middle-school/others.php
The NC State College of Engineering is partnering with Craven Community College to offer an exciting, week-long summer engineering day camp for middle school students (rising 7th-9thgraders). Obtain a fun and positive glimpse into various fields of engineering by using hands-on, creative investigations and real-world building activities. The camp at Craven Community College in Havelock will be from July 8-12. Apply by April 17th. Contact Susan Price at (252) 520-9597 or[email protected]for more info.
SUMMER SCIENCE SCHOOL AND SAILING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AT THE MARITIME MUSEUM HTTP://WWW.NCMM-FRIENDS.ORG/Summer sailing and science programs for grades preschool – 10 are offered. Themes range from art & nature, boat models, adventures, conservation, fishing, pirate, story time, to seashore life and saltwater science.
Splash some excitement into your summer by diving into the camp that suits you! Apply early as spaces fill quickly and scholarship money is limited. See your AIG Specialist for more information.
GENERAL TOPICS
Summer Institute for the Gifted http://www.giftedstudy.org/SIG combines remarkable academic courses with cultural, social, and recreational opportunities. Engage with other students who have similar abilities and interests. Small class sizes. 11 residential sessions in 9 states.
All-Arts, Sciences, & Technology Camp http://web.uncg.edu/dcl/web/allarts_technology/The camp, sponsored by UNC-Greensboro Division of Continual Learning, is a weeklong, residential summer camp for children ages 7-15. Designed to give quality instruction in the arts, sciences, and technology, the camp also includes recreation, values exploration, and citizenship components.
4-H Summer Challenge
http://carteret.ces.ncsu.edu/index.php?page=youth4h
Programs in crafts, sports, science are offered through the NC Cooperative Extension with the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University.
Duke Summer Youth Programs
http://www.learnmore.duke.edu/youth/
Duke Youth Programs is part of Duke University Continuing Studies and has provided summer academic enrichment for academically motivated youth for over 20 years. Each summer approximately 650 youths from around the nation, representing some 22 states and 5 different countries attend. All programs seek to engage learners in innovative, interactive, transformative learning experiences. Co-curricular social and recreational activities complement the instructional day. The camp “learning community” approaches learning as a shared responsibility among students, instructors, and counselors.
Action Science Camp for girls in grades 5-7 Biosciences and Engineering Camp grades 6-8
Expressions! Performing Arts Camp grades 6-8 Young Writers Camp Grades: 6-11
4 Star Academics at the University of Virginia
http://www.4starcamps.com/
For ages 10-18, these 1-2 week sessions include academics, sports, arts, etc. Study philosophy, SAT prep, creative writing, public speaking, higher math, photography, acting, and more.
Randolph-Macon Academy
http://www.rma.edu/summer-programs
Thisacademic camp in Front Royal, VA keeps students' minds sharp over the long summer, while still allowing them to have a lot of fun! During this four-week program, day and boarding students improve their confidence, build lasting friendships, and discover joy in learning. Students spend the morning in classes of their choice, exploring areas of interest (science, reading, writing, math, technology, history, study skills. Rising 6-8th graders.
Talent Identification Program
http://www.tip.duke.edu/
Those students who qualified for TIP offerings by taking the SAT and scoring at high levels have numerous choices for summer studies both in the US at 5 universities and at sites abroad.
The National Association for Gifted Children http://www.nagc.org/index2.aspx?id=1103Check this site for hundreds of opportunities in every state. Advice is offered on how to choose a summer program; links are offered to many sites. Narrow your search to NC or look across the US.
Allen’s Guide to Summer Camps & TravelingPrograms
http://www.allensguide.com/academic/
This site lists amazing offerings to teens for every interest. Find lots of listings for academic camps, such as computers, foreign language, science, animal and nature, college/SAT prep.
VISIONS
http://www.visionsserviceadventures.com/
VISIONS has been setting the standard for cross-cultural summer community service programs. Programs available in the U.S. or Caribbean, West Indies, and North, Central, and South America blend hands-on hard work, intercultural living and learning, and adventurous exploration. Ages 14-18.
JohnsHopkins University Centerfor Talented Youth
http://cty.jhu.edu/summer/summer-programs.html
CTY offers summer residential and day programs on the east and west coasts for qualified students. International, language immersion, writing, math, science, and history programs are offered. Grades 2-12.
SCIENCE/MATH/ENGINEERING/COMPUTER SCIENCE
UNC-Wilmington MarineQuest
http://uncw.edu/marinequest/
Explore, discover, and value marine plant and animal habitats to become environmentally responsible. Learn marine engineering, oceanography, meteorology and paleontology. Day and residential camps are offered for kids ages 5-17.
iD TECH Computer Camps by Internal Drive
http://www.internaldrive.com/courses-programs/
Weeklong tech courses involving creating video games, producing digital movies, designing web pages, programming, and robotics are offered. Located at 60+ universities in 17 states including UNC-Chapel Hill University. Ages 7-18.
NC State Science House
http://www.science-house.org/index.php/ag-discovery-summer-camp
Ag-DISCOVERY is an outreach program to help students learn about careers in plant science. Live on NC State campus for 2 weeks and learn field and laboratory research techniques through hands-on lab experiences, workshops, and field trips. Ages 14-17. FREE.
Odyssey Expeditions
http://www.odysseyexpeditions.com/
Exciting summer educational adventure voyages are offered! Choose scuba diving, sailing, or marine biology while partaking in island exploration on safe adventures. Explore the British Virgin Islands or Windward Islands on a 14, 21, or 28 day voyage for teens and college students.
Green River Preserve Environmental Summer Camp
http://greenriverpreserve.org/
The camp is located on a magnificent 3,400 acre private wildlife preserve in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Brevard, NC. Through wilderness skills, creative arts and the exhilaration of outdoor fun and discovery, we inspire young minds. The mission of the Preserve is to provide a challenging and nurturing learning experience and to inspire a profound appreciation of interconnectedness, ecological respect and the joy of living.
Rising 2nd - 9th graders: 1, 2, and 3 week co-ed sessions with a camper to staff ratio of 3 to 1.
Rising 9th - 12th graders: Green River Expeditions—two-weeks: canoeing, backpacking and kayaking
Appalachian State University Forensic Camp
http://www.camps.appstate.edu/academic/forensic.php
Have you ever wondered what really happens to the evidence collected from the real crime scene? Where does it go, how does it tell its story, and most importantly, how can it be used to solve the crime? With ASU's Forensic Science Camp, all of these questions will be answered. Limited space; rising Grades 9 – 12 with some exceptions.
Greg Landrey’s Anatomy Camp
http://www.anatomycamp.com/
Experience many physiological and anatomy hands-on labs using human cadavers (a rare opportunity for high school and most college students). This is an invaluable tool for learning human anatomy and physiology! Held on the campus of Appalachian State Univ. Grades 9 – 12
CLEMSON UNIV. SUMMER SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE ENRICHMENT PROGRAMHTTP://WWW.CLEMSON.EDU/SUMMER/SUMMER-SCIENCE/A balanced schedule of educational, recreational and cultural activities helps broaden academic skills and develop your creative abilities. Learn about campus life. Engage in challenging opportunities in architecture, life sciences, earth and physical sciences, math, engineering, communications, computer science, and social science. One or two week sessions for rising 7-12thgraders
American Mathematical Society
http://www.ams.org/programs/students/high-school/emp-mathcamps
Summer programs that help middle and high school students explore the world of mathematics research are offered. Most are residential programs. Nationwide.Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
http://www.crowcanyon.org/archaeology_adventures/summer_camps.asp
These summer camps for teens are specially designed to engage young people in the study of the past. Through hands-on activities, lively discussions, and unique field trips, teens learn that the study of archaeology and history.
THE ARTS: DANCE, DRAMA, MUSIC, WRITING, FILM
UNCSchool of the Arts (Winston-Salem) http://www.uncsa.edu/summersession/
Dance, drama, staging, filmmaking, and music classes are offered at residential camps. Daily classes, workshops and rehearsals are enhanced by a comprehensive schedule of extracurricular activities. . College credits earned for these classes. 2-5 weeks long; 7 – 12th grade.
UNC Greensboro Summer Music Camp
http://www.smcamp.org/
The largest University Music Camp in America offers one-week camps in band, mixed chorus, orchestra and piano. Tuition includes private lessons as well. Current 9-12th graders.
ECU Band Camp
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-cfac/music/summer/band/overview.cfm
In addition to full ensemble and sectional rehearsals, campers will have the opportunity to play in small ensembles and attend clinic sessions. Hear musical programs by faculty artists, participate in music workshops, and take classes in conducting, arranging, and general music. A staff of outstanding musicians has been chosen to lead the campers in these musical experiences.
Appalachian State University Cannon Music Camp
http://www.cannon.appstate.edu/
Enjoy quality instruction on a mountain campus with emphasis in vocal and instrumental music. The camp offers the most comprehensive course of musical instruction in the Southeast, with intensive college preparatory work in performance and music theory. Ensemble performance is stressed and experiences in choir, orchestra, band, jazz and chamber music are provided. Rising 9-11th graders.
New York Film Academy
http://www.nyfa.edu/summer_camp/
Kids camps for ages 10-13 offer filmmaking and acting in New York City and in Hollywood. Teen camps for ages 14-17 offer filmmaking, acting, 3-D animation, video game design, screenwriting, and digital journalism. U.S. and international locations. 1 – 6 weeks.
SOCIAL SCIENCES/HISTORY/GOVERNMENT
National Junior Leaders Conferences/Lead America
http://lead-america.org/conferences/nls/nls_ms.asp
This youth leadership organization aims to educate and inspire our next generation of leaders. Leadership and career discovery (Forensic Science, Entrepreneurship, Law, Medicine) conferences are offered.
Check out http://www.hoagiesgifted.org/summer.htmfor many more opportunities!
LOCAL AREA OPPORTUNTIES
NC State University Engineering Summer Programs
http://www.engr.ncsu.edu/theengineeringplace/summerprograms/middle-school/others.php
The NC State College of Engineering is partnering with Craven Community College to offer an exciting, week-long summer engineering day camp for middle school students (rising 7th-9thgraders). Obtain a fun and positive glimpse into various fields of engineering by using hands-on, creative investigations and real-world building activities. The camp at Craven Community College in Havelock will be from July 8-12. Apply by April 17th. Contact Susan Price at (252) 520-9597 or[email protected]for more info.
SUMMER SCIENCE SCHOOL AND SAILING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AT THE MARITIME MUSEUM HTTP://WWW.NCMM-FRIENDS.ORG/Summer sailing and science programs for grades preschool – 10 are offered. Themes range from art & nature, boat models, adventures, conservation, fishing, pirate, story time, to seashore life and saltwater science.