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Saturday Gifted Studies Program
The 2009 Saturday Gifted Studies Program will be held January 17 – February 28.
The Saturday Gifted Studies Program at The University of Southern Mississippi meets seven consecutive Saturdays from the middle of January through February. Intellectually gifted students with intelligence quotients of 120 or above or those who score in the 90th percentile or above at the national level on a group achievement test on either the Total Reading, Total Math, Total Language, or Total Battery are served through a wide variety of enrichment courses in the humanities, social studies, language arts, mathematics, science and technology, and the arts. The program is open to gifted students in pre-kindergarten (4- or 5-year olds) through Grade 12. The deadline for application is November 10.
The Saturday Gifted Studies Program is designed to enhance cognitive and affective abilities of gifted students through planned enrichment/acceleration programming. Emphasis is placed on participation in areas that provide in-depth analysis of specific topics in small group activities with other gifted youth.
What Makes Us Tick?
Students will study our organ systems through models of the heart, the lungs, the eye, and more. Group activities and discussions will be followed with creative activities in developing models in a variety of media.
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It’s a Small World After All
The little creatures comprising the world of insects will be studied. Students will explore the structure, life cycle, and behavior of various insects. Through a variety of experimentation and observation activities, the students will become involved in the scientific process and will discover ways of thinking like scientists.
Design Time
Students will explore the various processes necessary in developing creative projects and products. They will investigate principles of design such as balance, emphasis, repetition, variety, and movement. Exposure to projects and products developed by professionals will also be included.
I Am a Scientist
Students will examine natural phenomena through observations, experimentation, formulating hypotheses, and other scientific processes. The joy of discovery will be experienced as the students begin to investigate many of the mysteries of the universe.
Save Our Planet
Students will deal with topics such as preservation, rain forests, and waste disposal problems. Engagement in hands-on experiments and creative problem solving will be emphasized.
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Mysteries
Students will explore mysteries found in many areas of our lives. Students will investigate these phenomena through role playing, group dynamics, and hands-on activities.OR
Spanish
Students will learn the basics of Spanish grammar, expression and culture. Students will engage in both oral and written activities in cooperative and individual formats.Friends Around the World
Students will explore different cultures and how they relate to American society. The course will emphasize cultures, economics, geographical and historical facts, and special situations that aid us in celebrating our differences.
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Scientific Investigations
Do animals dream? Why is lightning crooked? How does motion affect the way we live? Like detectives investigating a mystery, scientists constantly observe the world around them and ask questions about their observations. Through a variety of experimentation and observation activities, the students will become involved in the scientific process and will discover the art of “thinking like scientists.”
Author! Author! An Introduction to Creative Writing
What are the components of an interesting story or poem? This course incorporates the elements and structure of good writing into the students’ presentations of original ideas. The students will compare various styles of writing and will create their own books.
Debate
We are constantly being called upon to make judgments and explain our reasons for them. By preparing and participating in debates, students will develop their skills of inquiry, reasoning, and communication and apply these in making reasoned judgments on topics of current interest and significance.
Psychology: Discovering Yourself
Students will explore the world of psychology by studying their thoughts and actions. Several topics within the field of psychology will be introduced, such as development, personality, intelligence, and socialization. Application to our daily lives will be explored through participation in self-awareness activities.
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Inventions
Students will be introduced to the creative process that makes discovery and invention possible. Students will formulate their own inventions, assess the approaches taken, discuss the patent process, and explore methods of marketing their ideas through the use of creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Forensic Science
Forensic science is the application of science to those criminal and civil laws that are enforced by police agencies in a criminal justice system. Students will be introduced to such topics as crime scene investigation, photography, fingerprinting analysis, trace evidence, packaging and presentation of evidence, fiber and hair comparison, and glass reconstruction.
WHO MAY APPLY
Any gifted student of pre-kindergarten age (4 or 5 years old) through 12th grade may be eligible for the program. Applications must come through the student's school (principal, teacher, counselor, psychologist, or special education director) with parental permission for release of information OR by the parent. If completed by the parent, a copy of the IQ or standardized test results proving eligibility MUST be attached to this application. Applications of eligible students will be considered according to the order of receipt of the application. Since the program is designed for intellectually and academically gifted students, students must meet at least one of the following criteria for eligibility status:1. An IQ score of 120 or above on an individually administered intelligence test (WISC-III or WISC-IV or WNV or WPPSI-III or SB-IV or
SB5 or Leiter R or RIAS or KABC or KABC-II or WRIT or UNIT. The test must be administered by an approved examiner.OR
2. Group achievement test scores at the 90th percentile or above at the national level on either Total Reading, Total Math, Total
Language (or Listening), or Total Battery.OR
3. Mississippi Curriculum Test 2 scale score on either Language Arts or Math equivalent to the 90th percentile or higher based on student’s
grade level at the time of test administration.COST
The total cost is $190 for the seven-week program, which includes tuition, instructional activities, supplies, materials and limited accident insurance.Applications should be forwarded to
The University of Southern Mississippi
The Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies
Saturday Gifted Studies Program
118 College Drive #8207
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
601.266.5236 or 601.266.5246
Fax: 601.266.4764APPLICATIONS OF ELIGIBLE STUDENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED ACCORDING TO THE ORDER OF RECEIPT.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION TO ALL SESSIONS IS NOVEMBER 10, 2008.
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE WILL BE MAILED TO PARENTS ON NOVEMBER 15, 2008.
DEADLINE FOR PAYMENT OF TUITION IS NOVEMBER 30, 2008.
Program fee may be charged to your VISA, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card account.
