Opportunites for Gifted Students

I hope everybody has had a great second week of school.  The purpose of this post is to make you aware of a few opportunities for gifted or high ability students.  

• The Math Science Innovation Center will offer Math Masters II for 5^th grade students who are identified gifted.  Math Masters challenges students to explore complex mathematical puzzles and to engage in problem-solving of real-world situations through a mathematical lens. Using a variety of materials and computer programs, students spend three Saturdays immersed in rigorous math­ematics activities, working in groups communicating ideas and strategies. Students explore the creative side of mathematics as they dive into problems with a different theme each Saturday.  Math Masters will take place on Oct. 25, Nov.1, and Nov 8 this year.  Students will be selected through an application process.  Parents and students can obtain an application through Mrs. Robyn Green, CREATE resource teacher, or by clicking on the following link: http://tinyurl.com/n9lyj8p  .  Application must be returned to Mrs. Green by Sept. 25.

• The Math Science Innovation Center will also offer the Discoverers Program for 4 and 5th grade students this fall.  This program allows students to look more in depth at science, technology, and mathematics topics.  Students select the course that piques their interest and attend that class for three consecutive Saturdays. Courses may have guest speakers, field trips, hands-on problem solving, and design-and-build stations. Participants get to experiment, explore and discover how science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fit into the world around them! The one thing common in all the classes is fun!  This program is held simultaneously at the MSiC campus and Harrowgate Elementary School and will take place on Oct. 25, Nov. 1 and Nov. 8. For further details and registration information click on the following link: http://tinyurl.com/kc8wy6r

• Christin Martin is a gifted resource teacher at the Middle School who also teaches a 6^th grade honors math class.  She recently created an outstanding class website.  Her website will replace her monthly newsletter and will serve as a valuable resource for class related information, as well gifted opportunities in general.  Parents can access the webpage at: www.mrsmartinsmathclass.shutterfly.com

Welcome back to school.  I hope each of you has a wonderful 2014-15 school year filled excitement and success.  I am currently working with members of the Gifted Advisory Committee to determine meeting dates this year.  I will make you aware of the dates as soon as they are available.  

The Center for Gifted Education recently announced the dates and course offerings for the fall Saturday enrichment program. This year’s program will be held in Richmond, VA and offers a variety of programs for gifted students in grades 1-5.  Additional information is available on the Center’s website at http://cfge.wm.edu. Please contact Kathleen Nichols at the information below if you have any questions. 

 

Kathleen D. Nichols

Center for Gifted Education

The College of William and Mary

P.O. Box 8795

Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795

Phone: 757-221-6198

Fax: 757-221-2184

Email: knichols@wm.edu

Website: http://cfge.wm.edu

Camp Innovation with The Math Science Innovation Center

 

Camp Innovation is the MathScience Innovation Center’s (MSiC) largest student program. This program offers classes for students going into 4th grade all the way to 9th grade.  Each summer over 1,000 students participate in week-long classes with a wide range of  topics like biology, ecology, robotics, advanced mathematical functions, computer programming, and even more!  Packed with adventure, creativity, exploration and design; each class offers students an opportunity to dive more deeply into a myriad 21st century topics.  New extended day programs allow students to engage in additional after-camp classes for those who want an added afternoon adventure. Also new for 2014 are three full-day classes!  Colonial Heights parents and students will be happy to know that some classes this summer will be offered at Harrowgate Elementary School and John Tyler Community College.  Click on the following link for detailed class descriptions and registration information:  http://mymsic.org/en/saturday-summer/campinnovation

 

 

 

Summer Enrichment Opportunities Available Through William & Mary

William & Mary is still accepting applications for all Summer Enrichment Programs.  I would like to point out that the college is offering programs for rising 3rd through 8th students at Maggie Walker Governor's School in Richmond, June 23-26.  The application is available online at: http://education.wm.edu/centers/cfge/ (follow the links to the PreCollegiate Program page). 

Students will be assigned to classes on a first come, first served basis, so
send your application packets in early to secure your child's place in the
class of their choice.

For more information about the application process, please contact Laura
Curtis, 757-221-2362.

Elementary Focus Night, May 12

The next Colonial Heights Gifted Advisory meeting will take place on Monday, May 12.  The meeting, which will feature elementary student presentations, will take place in the Colonial Heights High School media center/library.  All Gifted Advisory meetings begin at 7:00 pm.  We hope to see you there!

I also want to take a moment to update you on the status of Anthony Washington's presentation, Developing Creativity in High Ability Learners.  Although we tried to reschedule this event a number of times, inclement weather got the better of us.  I have spoken with Anthony who has agreed to to reschedule sometime in the fall.  Additional details will follow.

Welcome

Welcome to Colonial Heights Public School's new blog for gifted programs!  My name is Joe Douglas, and I am the program coordinator.  The purpose of this blog is to provide an additional way for parents and members of the community to stay abreast of opportunities available to identified gifted students.  It is my intention to update the page as opportunities arise.

Anthony Washington is a doctoral student at the College of William & Mary who is completing his dissertation on the topic of cultivating creativity in high ability students.  As many of you know, his presentation to the Gifted Advisory on this topic was canceled last week due to inclement weather.  I am working to reschedule the presentation and will post updated information as soon as it is available.

The next Gifted Advisory meeting will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1.  This meeting will feature a panel of middle school students discussing opportunities available to the gifted at Colonial Heights Middle School.  All Gifted Advisory meetings are held in the Audio Visual Room at  the Colonial Heights Technical Center.

We hope to see you there!