Summer Gifted Opportunities Outside of GCPS                                                                                                     

Please click HERE to preview summer enrichment opportunities and activities for gifted and high-ability students. Students can benefit greatly by participating in summer enrichment opportunities and activities. Examples of academic, social, and personal benefits may include:

Academic

• Studying topics of interest at an in-depth level.

• Exploring potential college majors, fields of study, and careers.

• Continuing the learning momentum from the academic school year.

• Learning about topics that extend beyond the school curriculum.

• Increasing academic motivation and goals.

• Participating in hands-on and practical academic activities.

• Becoming familiar with a new learning environment.

Social

• Engaging in high-level discourse with other motivated students.

• Meeting students from different schools, regions, states, and countries.

• Developing lasting friendships with peers who share similar interests.

• Discussing areas of interest in an in-depth manner with other participants.

• Learning in a collaborative and cooperative environment.

Personal

• Enhancing self-confidence through accomplishing goals.

• Gaining new perspectives and ideas about society.

• Enhancing intrapersonal skills.

• Discovering personal characteristics and qualities.

• Developing an increased sense of self.

Please contact the Accelerated Programs & Gifted Office if you have any questions.