4 th/ 5 th grade talent search duke university talent identification program
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4th/5th Grade Talent Search
Duke University Talent Identification Program
What is the Duke UniversityTalent Identification Program? Founded in 1980 Self-supporting non-profit educational organization Serves nearly 400,000 gifted students each year Identifies academically talented young people Provides fulfilling educational opportunities
The Talent Search
One of four major university-hosted talent searches Primarily serving a 16-state region
NE
KS
OK
TX
IA
MO
AR
LA
KY
TN
ALMS GA
FL
SC
NC
What parents are saying…
“This resource could not have come at a better time. It has greatly reinforced good work habits and self-confidence.”
“Without TIP, our daughter’s talents would not have been realized at such an early age.”
What parents are saying…
“This program is wonderful—the EXPLORE test helped us see just where our son is academically.”
What teachers are saying…“At our school, the Talent Search is a tradition! It is beneficial in building self-esteem, honor, and providing the ‘seeds’ for students to begin thinking about their educational future.”
“I love being able to provide opportunities for all of the bright kids in our area.”
What teachers are saying…
“I feel that Duke TIP’s 4th/5th Grade Talent Search is great for the students. It helps keep them focused on learning and provides opportunities for many activities.”
What students are saying…
“I am very excited to be in the Talent Search. All of the information you send shows me to new ways to learn!”
“Thank you for giving me a challenge.”
What students are saying…
“The 4th/5th Grade Talent Search makes me so excited, confident, and proud of myself. Thank you!”
The 4th/5th Grade Talent Search
Identifies gifted 4th and 5th graders Offers optional above-level testing and
assessment for gifted and talented youth Motivates and encourages gifted and
talented students to focus on academic achievement
Provides specialized educational information and opportunities for high-achieving students and their families
Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search
Recognition for the student's outstanding abilities and achievements
Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search
Staying on Course —a valuable guide containing articles and resources
Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search
develop a wide-range of interests
learn about academic opportunities
spark their creativity
The Navigator — a semi-annual newsletter that helps students to:
Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search
Provides timely and practical information
addresses the educational and social-emotional challenges facing the gifted
The Duke Gifted Letter — a newsletter for parents that
Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search
Academic 411 —Covering fun and educational topics, many articles are written by students who relate their personal experiences participating in academically and socially challenging activities.
Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search
And much more…
Duke TIP Annual Writing Contest Above-level testing and assessment
(Optional 8th-grade level EXPLORE test)
Recognition of highest test performance
How to Qualify
Currently in 4th or 5th grade Scored at 90th percentile or above on
a grade-level standardized achievement, aptitude, mental ability test, or approved state criterion-referenced test
Financial Aid
Duke TIP awarded over $1.5 million of financial aid in 2005
Talent Search Fee Waivers TIP waives the $25 fee for students who
qualify for free or reduced lunch programs
Important Dates January Schools receive initial 4th/5th Grade Talent Search materials.
Applications are distributed to qualified 4th/5th graders. TIP Web registration opens.
March 1 FINAL postmark deadline for submitting applications by mail. March 17 Final deadline for applying online. May Merit packet mailed to students -- includes Certificate of Achievement,
Navigator newsletter, and Staying on Course. July Academic 411 is mailed. September Navigator newsletter fall issue is mailed to students. October EXPLORE registration materials are mailed from ACT to all current
5th and 6th grade participants enrolled in the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search.
December Writing Contest information mailed to Talent Search participants. January EXPLORE testing (dates and sites are set by ACT). February EXPLORE testing (dates and sites are set by ACT). March Writing Contest winners announced. April Navigator newsletter spring issue is mailed to students. May-June Highest scorers on EXPLORE test invited to State Recognition
Ceremonies.
Duke TIP also offers:
Learn on Your Own—Independent learning courses that allow students to work at their own pace
MathPack: Quest Word Power Discovering King Arthur
Important Information
Register only once in 4th or 5th grade.
4th/5th Grade Talent Search benefits continue through the 6th grade year.
Duke TIP offers the 7th Grade Talent Search to qualifying 7th graders.Enrollment in the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search does not
automatically qualify students for the Duke TIP 7th Grade Talent Search.
How to Apply
By Internet:
www.tip.duke.edu
March 17—Deadline for Web registration
**Fee waiver applications must be sent by mail.**
How to Apply
By Mail: Application and $25 fee to:
4th/5th Grade Talent SearchDuke University Talent Identification Program1121 West Main StreetDurham, NC 27701
**Applications must be postmarked on or before March 1.**
Información del programa está disponible en español. Visítenos en
el Internet a:
www.tip.duke.edu/talent_searches/grades_4-5
Haz Cliq en “Información en Español”
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www.tip.duke.edu