The Center for Gifted Studies

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The Center for Gifted Studies' Programs:

Most tend to think that "gifted" people are simply exceptionally smart in either mathematics or verbal areas. That's not true. The definition actually includes much more. A gifted student is one who is identified as possessing demonstrated or potential ability to perform at an exceptionally high level in general intellectual aptitude, specific academic aptitude, creative or divergent thinking, psychosocial or leadership skills, or in the visual or performing arts. With such an interpretation, the task of educating these people becomes complex indeed.

The Center for Gifted Studies Calendar

Super Saturdays (Grades 1-7)

The Summer Camp for Academically Talented Middle School Students (SCATS) (Grades 6-8)

The Summer Program for Verbally and Mathematically Precocious Youth (VAMPY) (Grades 7-10)

TRAVEL STUDY PROGRAMS (Grades 9-12)

last updated 07.20.05

Educational Programming for children and youth who are gifted and talented is essential for two reasons. Children who learn at a faster pace and at a more complex level deserve the opportunity to do so. They also need time to be with other young people who think like they do and who share their interests. For some students, a two- or three-week period in the summer is the boost they need to carry them through the year. We offer a variety of programs geared to the gifted and talented, no matter the school age.

For more information, contact The Center for Gifted Studies by phone 270.745.6323, fax 270.745.6279, e-mail gifted@wku.edu or mail to The Center for Gifted Studies, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College Heights Blvd. #71031, Bowling Green, KY 42101-1031.