1. Opportunity. For Life. Welcome! ¡Bienvenidos! Duke Talent Identification Program 4th-6th Grade Talent Search

2. Opportunity. For Life. Non-profit identification and support services for the academically gifted Educational opportunities and resources Since 1980, more than 2.5 million participants What is Duke TIP?

3. Opportunity. For Life. Working with students, educators, and their families Together we serve. Duke TIP Educators Parents & Families Academically Talented Students What is Duke TIP?

4. Opportunity. For Life. Talent Search Model Talent Search 7th Grade 4th–6th Grade Motivation and Encouragement Above-level Assessment Network of Programs & Resources

5. Opportunity. For Life. Academic challenge and peer interaction through resources and programming Talent Search Where the TIP experience begins. Eligibility & Enrollment Participation

6. Opportunity. For Life. Current 4th, 5th, or 6th graders At or above the 95th percentile in at least one qualifying subtest area Check TIP’s website for acceptable tests and scores Eligibility www.tip.duke.edu/456enroll

7. Opportunity. For Life. Participation is Rewarding! Special motivation to focus on academic achievement and self-challenge Interact with academic peers Access an array of opportunities and resources Assess intellectual abilities through above-level testing and assessment

8. Opportunity. For Life. Recognition Merit certificate: personal acknowledgment of outstanding accomplishments Ribbon presentation: school recognition at end-of-year ceremony

9. Opportunity. For Life. Publications Fun and educational publications created specifically for students

10. Opportunity. For Life. Book Club Virtual classroom discussions via a secure blog atmosphere with interactive, online lessons – all driven by selected book Six books covered per year

11. Opportunity. For Life. Writing Contest Annual contest for participants New themes each year Entries judged by Duke University faculty and TIP staff Monetary prizes to the winners (each grade) and their enrolling schools 1st Prize: $200 2nd Prize: $100 3rd Prize: $50

12. Opportunity. For Life. Academic Online Lessons Self-paced, independent study covering concepts and skills in creative writing, math, social studies, and science –Story Writing: Spin Me a Yarn –Number Secrets and Secret Codes –Energy: Powerful Connections in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics –Reinventions in Architecture

13. Opportunity. For Life. Helpful Resources Digest of Gifted Research Online database providing research-based information on rearing and educating academically talented children. Educational Opportunity Guide A searchable, online directory containing listings for schools, summer programs, and academic competitions across the United States and abroad.

14. Opportunity. For Life. EXPLORE Optional above-level testing experience Eighth-grade level test as an academic, diagnostic tool November, January, or February test dates 99th percentile composite scorers are honored at a state recognition ceremony Fee: $37 until December 17 Fee: $57 until January 21 (includes $20 late charge)

15. Opportunity. For Life. Enrollment is Easy! Begins October 1 Online at www.tip.duke.edu/enroll OR By mail Fee: $40 Benefits continue through sixth grade year Deadline March 31!

16. Opportunity. For Life. Financial Aid Qualify for free or reduced lunch and there is no fee to participate More than $3 million awarded across all programs in 2015

17. Opportunity. For Life. Educational Programs Outstanding learning opportunities for grades 4 and up

18. Opportunity. For Life. Academic Adventures Challenging, hands-on learning experiences for TS participants in fifth or sixth grade One-day study exploring topics not typically covered in schools Locations include: –Georgia –Kansas –Kentucky –Missouri –North Carolina –South Carolina –Texas

19. Opportunity. For Life. CRISIS A week-long, residential, summer program for fifth and sixth graders Emphasizes problem-based learning and leadership skills Students work together to solve a community crisis Locations include: –Meredith College, Raleigh, NC –Eckerd College, St. Petersburg, FL –Southwestern University, Georgetown, TX –Washington University, St. Louis, MO

20. Opportunity. For Life. Rosetta Stone Foundations ® Discounted, one-year subscription Uses speech recognition technology and real-life simulated conversations 25 available languages including Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, German, and more!

21. Opportunity. For Life. Independent Learning Grades four through twelve No qualifying criteria Self-paced, various formats: CD-ROM, workbook, or online Students work with a local mentor Participants and schools receive a discount!

22. Opportunity. For Life. Webinars www.tip.duke.edu/webinars Webinars and information sessions are held on a variety of topics throughout the year.

23. Opportunity. For Life. Main Office: 456talentsearch@tip.duke.edu Florida Office: kthomascain@tip.duke.edu Texas Office: tguidry@tip.duke.edu We look forward to working with you and your students this year! Contact