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Duke TIP is a self-supporting, nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to the identification and support of academically gifted students. Arm-in-arm with schools and families, Duke TIP identifies talented young people and provides them with a wide array of fulfilling educational opportunities from fourth through twelfth grade. Founded in 1980, more than 2 million students have participated in the Duke TIP talent searches. What is Duke TIP?

Opportunity. For Life.  Duke TIP offers a 4th-6th Grade Talent Search and a 7th Grade Talent Search.  TIP understands that gifted students need special motivation and support. As such, the talent searches provide above-level testing and appropriate assessment measures; access to Duke TIP’s network of educational programs and resources; and motivation and encouragement for students focused on academic achievement. Talent Search Model

Opportunity. For Life. 7th Grade Talent Search

Opportunity. For Life. Participation is rewarding! Participants in the 7th Grade Talent Search receive special motivation to focus on academic achievement and encouragement to continue challenging themselves; the chance to interact with other academically talented students and to access an array of opportunities and resources; and the opportunity to learn more about their academic abilities through above-level testing and assessment.

Opportunity. For Life. Students eligible to participate in the 7th Grade Talent Search include current seventh graders (or eighth graders who skipped seventh grade during the current year); students who scored at or above the 95th percentile on a grade-level achievement test or state criterion-reference test. Eligibility is an Honor!

Opportunity. For Life. 7th Grade Talent Search Benefits Above-Level Testing. Taking the ACT or SAT as a seventh grader imparts invaluable knowledge and experience. Students gain insight into their academic abilities and have the opportunity to preview the same test they will take during the college admission process.

Opportunity. For Life. 7th Grade Talent Search Benefits Ability to Compare Scores. The results summary allows families a more comprehensive understanding of scores by comparing students ’ performance relative to other seventh graders throughout the U.S. and by providing helpful suggestions for educational planning.

Opportunity. For Life. 7th Grade Talent Search Benefits Helpful Resources. Students receive information on academic development and college planning through their eleventh grade year. TIP staff provides educational guidance for families at any time.

Opportunity. For Life. 7th Grade Talent Search Benefits Digest of Gifted Research. An online newsletter that provides conceptual, theoretical and practical information that is understandable, useful, and actionable Educational Opportunity Guide. A searchable, online directory containing listings for schools, summer programs, and academic competitions across the U.S. and abroad

Opportunity. For Life. 7th Grade Talent Search Benefits Recognition. In addition to receiving a certificate of merit, students who receive outstanding scores are honored. Access to Educational Programs. Exceptional scores on the ACT or SAT earn some students invitations to Duke TIP’s renowned educational programs. Weekend programs open to all talent search participants may also be offered in your area.

Opportunity. For Life. 7th Grade Talent Search Benefits My College Guide Features select U.S. colleges and universities Information about applying and getting in to college Highlights different majors and careers to consider Accessible to students in their tenth and eleventh grade years

Opportunity. For Life. Enrollment is Easy For expedited processing, enroll online at Alternatively, mail paper applications to Duke TIP Talent Search fee: $73 TestTest DatesPaper Application Enrollment Deadlines Online Enrollment Deadlines SAT12/1/1210/1/1210/22/12 ACT12/8/1210/1/1210/22/12 SAT1/26/1311/1/1212/5/12 ACT2/9/1311/1/1212/5/12

Opportunity. For Life. Financial Aid is Available Talent search fee grants offset the cost of participation for students who qualify for free or reduced lunch in their school. Students eligible for a fee grant pay only a $25 enrollment fee. Duke TIP awarded over $3 million across all programs in 2012.

Opportunity. For Life. Educational Programs

Opportunity. For Life. Scholar Weekend Programs Weekend-long enrichment courses during the academic year for grades eight to eleven Courses may include marine biology, astronomy, creative writing, politics and the media, video production, and poetry Sites Duke University – Durham, NC New College of Florida – Sarasota, FL University of Kansas – Lawrence, KS University of Houston – Houston, TX University of South Carolina – Columbia, SC University of Georgia – Atlanta, GA

Opportunity. For Life. Distance Learning: eSeminars Open to all Duke TIP Talent Search participants in grades eight through twelve Follows a seminar model with focus on discussion, collaboration and exploration of ideas Includes live video conferencing with a Duke TIP instructor Course examples include Writing the Personal Essay, Genetics, 3D Virtual Worlds: Avatars & Identity Five-week program offered in fall and spring

Opportunity. For Life. Distance Learning: eStudies Open to students in grades eight through twelve who meet qualification criteria Challenging academic coursework delivered in a teacher-moderated, internet- based classroom Highly interactive: students connect with other gifted students and with their Duke TIP instructor through live chats, discussion boards, blogs, and Class examples include Academic Writing, Anatomy and Physiology, Neuroscience and Psychology Seven-week program offered in the summer

Opportunity. For Life. Summer Studies Programs: Overview Open to students in grades seven through ten who meet qualification criteria Three-week summer residential programs Campuses located at Duke University, Davidson College, Appalachian State University, University of Kansas, Duke Marine Lab, Texas A&M, Trinity University, University of Georgia, New College of Florida, and Austin College

Opportunity. For Life. Summer Studies: Experience Fast-paced, rigorous and above-grade-level innovative curricula Expert instructors with zeal for their subject area Experiential learning methodology Environment that promotes academic and social growth

Opportunity. For Life. Field Studies and Institutes Two-week program for grades nine through twelve Domestic and international programs Academic experience in a unique setting Creative Writing – Ghost Ranch, New Mexico Genetics – Duke University Tropical Medicine – Costa Rica

Opportunity. For Life. Independent Learning Self-paced, engaging studies anytime, anywhere for grades four through twelve Variety of formats—CD-ROM, workbook, and/or online No qualifying criteria Students work with a local mentor Order online or by phone Schools receive a 20 percent discount

Opportunity. For Life. Jack Kent Cooke Foundation and The Next Generation Venture Fund – Goldman Sachs Foundation Academically talented youth who are economically disadvantaged and from diverse backgrounds Eighth grade through high school Provides resources and educational planning Selective colleges and universities Competitive professional environments Partnerships

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