The Center for Gifted		    
     



Summer 2013

Grades 6-12




Eligibility

Ideal candidates typically evidence many of the following talents and gifts:		   LEGO Robotics
  • Expresses curiosity about many things
  • Demonstrates creativity
  • Asks thoughtful questions
  • Has an extensive vocabulary
  • Uses complex sentence structure
  • Solves problems in unique ways
  • Has good memory
  • Shows rare talent in art, music or drama
  • Has a well-developed imagination
  • Readily orders things in logical sequence
  • Discusses and elaborates on ideas
  • Works independently and uses initiative
  • Exhibits wit and humor
  • Has a sustained attention span
  • Willingly perseveres at challenging tasks
  • Is keenly observant
  • Shows talent in creating and telling stories
  • Uses learned information in new contexts

Students of any city and educational setting may apply. Applicants need not be enrolled in district or school gifted programs.

Achievement test scores of most students of The Center for Gifted programs rank at or above the 95th percentiles in some areas. Scores are not required of applicants who have not been tested.

We sensitively consider exceptions. Parents may request a conference with the Director regarding their child's particular circumstances. See individual program pages for specific age and eligibility requirements.

Please note that teacher recommendation forms are required of all new students.
 
 
    
 


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