[PPT] - UC UC Ber erkeley keley Academic Talent Development Program G PowerPoint Presentation

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Academic Talent Development Program

July 11 – August 8

2020 UC UC Ber erkeley keley

GLOBAL PROGRAMS

SLIDE 2 Silicon Valley

SLIDE 3 Produced Top 2 most VC-backed entrepreneurs

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World renowned Public University and Best Value University in the world Flagship Campus

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university UC system, mostly ranked Top 100 107 Nobel Laureates including 40 faculty and 34 alumni Discovered 16 chemical elements Arguably the most Diverse, Liberal and Environment Conscious campus

SLIDE 4 Established in 1982 at UC Berkeley for academic minded youth in the SF Bay Area with

38 years of history

Administrated by

Graduate School of Education

UC Berkeley Recognized by University of California system as College

Preparation Program

and integrated in the online admissions portal Famed for one of the top talent

development

programs in the U.S.

Global Programs

established in 2013

four weeks, Jul - Aug
combining

academic and social learning

atdp

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Expect More of Your Summer

A Month Abroad to Expand Your Horizons

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LEARN & STUDY

Student Presentation

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Track Courses Workload

Social Studies  American Culture & Society  Social Psychology

3 classes/week; 3.5 hours/class

Assignment 3-6 hours/class

2 classes/week; 3.5 hours/class

Assignment 2-4 hours/class Science  Advanced Biotechnology  Advanced Chemistry

3 classes/week; 3.5 hours/class

Assignment 4-6 hours/class

2 classes/week; 3.5 hours/class

Assignment 4-6 hours/class Architecture  Architecture Design

5 classes/week; 3 hours/class

Assignment 3-8 hours/class Business  Business, Finance & Economy  The Practice of Law

3 classes/week; 3.5 hours/class

Assignment 2-4 hours/class

2 classes/week; 3.5 hours/class

Assignment 3-5 hours/class Engineering  Solving Problems with Python

3 lectures/week; 3 hours/lecture
2 labs/week; 3 hours/lab

Assignment 3-8 hours/class

ATDP CURRICULUM TRACKS

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Social Studies Track

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Science Track

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Architecture Track

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Business Track

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Engineering Track

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AT THE END OF THE PROGRAM...

 No evaluation report for grade C/below or missing >1 class session  No Certificate of Participation for missing >1/4 of the program  ATDP is an academic program but bears NO college or high school credit units.

FINAL EVALUATION

CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION

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RECOMMENDATION LETTER

AT THE END OF THE PROGRAM...

**A recommendation letter is not guaranteed. Students should make individual request to course instructors.

SAMPLE

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SERVE - COMMUNITY SERVICE

* Service organizations are subject to change. Bancroft Community Garden

SLIDE 16 Environmental Research

SERVE – OUTREACH PROJECT

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AT THE END OF THE PROGRAM...

CERTIFICATE FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE

CERTIFICATE FOR OUTREACH PROJECT

SAMPLE SAMPLE

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UC Application

ATDP ON UC COLLEGE APPLICATIONS

 Include ATDP on your college application: https://atdp.berkeley.edu/including-atdp-courses/

ATDP is the talent program of University of California system and integrated in its online application portal. https://admissions.universityofcalifornia.edu/

Activities & Awards
Educational Preparation Program
ATDP

Activity type:

Academic
Community Service

(Volunteer) https://www.commonapp.org/

Activities

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EXPERIENCE

– arguably the most campus in the U.S.

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Berkeley Campus Living

Standard Berkeley

university dormitory

Double or triple
ccupancy
Shared floor

bathrooms

Shared building

kitchen appliances

WiFi throughout

campus & dorms

Safety-first policy
24/7 guardianship

from arrival to departure

Frequent

communication with parents

Family-like

environment fostering friendship building

Daily breakfasts and

weekday dinners at Crossroads Student Canteen

Weekday picnic lunches
n campus with different

menu

Weekend lunches &

dinners: at off-campus restaurants of diverse cultures Housing Safety Meal Plan

EXPERIENCE

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BUILD

Connection

B UIL D FO UND A T IO N FO R BET T ER C O L L EG E C A REER

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ATDP 2020 SUMMER SCHEDULE

 Activities are subject to change based on circumstances with reasonable replacement.  Other possible activities: Berkeley Botanical Garden, University Theatre, Counselor-led shopping, Bowling/Karaoke, Sports Date Day Morning Afternoon Evening 7/11 Sat Arrival at SFO, Airport pickup, Registration, Move-in 7/12 Sun Orientation, Welcome Lunch, Campus Tour, Team Building 7/13 Mon Course #1 8:30-12:00 Community Service, Outreach Project, Guided Study Dinner 6-7:30 Homework & Free Time 11PM Quiet Hours 7/14 Tue Course #2 8:30-12:00 7/15 Wed Course #1 8:30-12:00 7/16 Thu Course #2 8:30-12:00 7/17 Fri Course #1 8:30-12:00 Autodesk Tech Visit Big C Hiking, Movie/Karaoke 7/18 Sat San Francisco Symphony, Concert of Performing Arts 7/19 Sun Whitewater Rafting 7/20 Mon Course #1 8:30-12:00 Community Service, Outreach Project, Guided Study Dinner 6-7:30 Homework & Free Time 11PM Quiet Hours 7/21 Tue Course #2 8:30-12:00 7/22 Wed Course #1 8:30-12:00 7/23 Thu Course #2 8:30-12:00 College App Workshop 7/24 Fri Course #1 8:30-12:00 Berkeley Marina Talent Show 7/25 Sat Stanford University / Apple Park and Great Mall Outlet Shopping 7/26 Sun Six Flags Discovery Kingdom 7/27 Mon Course #1 8:30-12:00 Community Service, Outreach Project, Guided Study Dinner 6-7:30 Homework & Free Time 11PM Quiet Hours 7/28 Tue Course #2 8:30-12:00 7/29 Wed Course #1 8:30-12:00 7/30 Thu Course #2 8:30-12:00 Big C Hiking, Movie/Karaoke 7/31 Fri Course #1 8:30-12:00 Botanical Garden ATDP Prom 8/1 Sat SF City Tour, Ferry Ride 8/2 Sun Santa Cruz Wharf and Beach Boardwalk 8/3 Mon Course #1 8:30-12:00 Community Service, Outreach Project, Guided Study Dinner 6-7:30 Homework & Free Time 11PM Quiet Hours 8/4 Tue Course #2 8:30-12:00 8/5 Wed Course #1 8:30-12:00 8/6 Thu Course #2 8:30-12:00 Outreach Project Showcase 8/7 Fri Course #1 8:30-12:00 Closing & Luncheon Pack up & So Long 8/8 Sat Departure from SFO

SLIDE 23 – Early exposure to teaching & learning at a prestigious & diverse U.S. public university (critical thinking, independent research, community learning, social development...) – Discovery of academic interests with different curricular tracks & subjects – Building academic qualification for college admissions with a challenging curriculum ACADEMIC CURRICULUM – Standard college dormitory and thoughtful meal plan with multicultural options – Talented & versatile Berkeley college students of different academic majors as residential counselors, tutors and mentors, at ~10:1 student to counselor ratio – Safety-first policy and 24/7 guardianship of students, frequent communication with parents, and family-like environment for building lifelong friendships and community LIVING AND SAFETY – Community Service & Outreach Projects offer social development

pportunities to complement

traditional academic learning and imbue global awareness and environmental consciousness in the students – Tech company visits introduce students to Silicon Valley entrepreneurship, technology and professional culture SERVICE LEARNING & CAREER INSPIRATION

UC BERKELEY ATDP HIGHLIGHTS (1/2)

SLIDE 24 – Resourceful seminars/workshops

ffer details into college application,

essay writing, and choosing academic majors – Passionate counselors offer advices

n college career, campus life and

studying in the U.S. COLLEGE APPLICATION & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT – A complete 4 weeks of authentic Berkeley campus experience with college dorm, dinning halls, instruction halls/classrooms/labs, university’s libraries, gym and access to many other resources – Enjoying the convenience and vibrancy of Berkeley’s open campus with shops, restaurants, galleries, street art & events, and communities of very diverse cultures CAMPUS EXPERIENCE – Exciting opportunities for culture immersion with fun weekend activities such as whitewater river rafting, symphony/concert, amusement park, sports, San Francisco tour, Stanford and Silicon Valley, hiking, outlet shopping, and many other social events such as dance party, movies, bowling, karaoke, etc ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

UC BERKELEY ATDP HIGHLIGHTS (2/2)

can be your ! is your !

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PLAY

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WE HAVE A LOT OF FUN!

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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

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Thank You

AWARDS CEREMONY

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AN UNFORGETTABLE SUMMER!

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Go Bears!

SLIDE 31 Academically talented students with decent English proficiency Motivated students who would like to develop independent learning skills and experience American culture and campus life Students who aspire to apply to elite U.S. universities and to study pre-college subjects High school students completing Grades 8-11, while Grades 7-8 may be eligible

Admission Requirements

SLIDE 32 Prepare application materials: English resume (include extracurricular activities, honors & awards) 500-800 words English essay (choose one):  If I could change one thing about myself  If I were my teacher  If I am admitted by UC Berkeley for college Current English transcript of the recent 2 years Teacher recommendation form (x 1) Passport copy TOEFL or IELTS scores (optional) Complete online application and pay application fee US$100 through: https://www.jotformpro.com/cfmedu/atdp-2020-application Schedule a video interview after completing online application: https://Berkeley-ATDP.as.me/ Admissions will be released in stages: Jan 31, Feb 28, March 31 or until all spots are filled

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

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PAYMENT

US$8,250

Including: Tuition, Room & board, Linens, Insurance, Service learning

pportunities, Residential counselors & tutoring, Weekend activities,

Airport transportation, Group transportation, Miscellaneous fees Not including: Airfare, Textbooks & class materials, Personal expenses Refund Policy * Visa Denied 100% refund Cancelled Enrollment (reasons other than visa denial) Before May 15, 2020 75% refund May 16 – June 5, 2020 50% refund After June 5, 2020 No refund  Refund is made only after an US$50 processing fee is assessed.  If student decides to cancel enrollment, a formal written notification must be submitted.  No refund can be made for students failing to attend classes or being removed from ATDP for failure to meet the program’s behavior guidelines or learning requirements. Pay program fee and return the enrollment confirmation form 10 days after admissions

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https://atdp.berkeley.edu/

BERKELEY atdp A LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCE!

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PARENT/STUDENT RESPONSES

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/cfmeducation Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cfm.berkeley.atdp/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/berkeley_summer/ Sina http://blog.sina.com.cn/cfmeducation YOUKU http://i.youku.com/cfmeducation

VIDEOS, PHOTOS, CONVERSATIONS & MORE TESTIMONIALS FROM PARENTS & STUDENTS

http://www.cfmedu.com /testimonialssummer

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All the flo we rs o f to mo rro w, a re in the se e ds o f to da y.

BERKELEY IS MY DREAM SCHOOL!