Title “We grow great by dreams…” Woodrow Wilson Johns Hopkins Ph.D., 1886 Welcome to CTY’ ’s Information Session s Information Session Welcome to CTY The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth Global Talent Search 2010 – 2011 Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
During our conversation… Title • Grow Great By Dreams : the CTY Experience for Your Child and Your Family • The Bridge to CTY : Talent Search and Testing • The Details : From Talent Search Enrollment, Through Testing and Discovery Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Grow great…Johns Hopkins Title The CTY Mission: To inspire young people by offering distinctive educational opportunities that nurture intellectual abilities, advance academic achievement, and enhance personal development. Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Title Groundbreaking work by Dr. Julian Stanley Julian Stanley (1918 – 2005) Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
CTY’s community Title Students Educators Rhodes Scholars Movie-makers Musicians Patent Holders Parents Doctors Technology Leaders You! Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Title Challenging bright minds… Summer Academic Programs • Three-week day and residential programs • One intensive course per session • Recreational activities promote social interaction • “For the first time, everyone was just like me!” • Minimum score requirements for all courses CTY Online • Year-round courses in math, science, language, and humanities • Courses for elementary, middle, and high school students • Minimum score requirements Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Title …to embark on a journey of discovery Family Academic Programs • Grades 2 – 12 • One-Day and Overnight Programs • Humanities, Science & Technology, and College-Preparation workshops • Educational Travel Programs Imagine • Opportunities, resources, and guidance for middle/high schoolers • 5 issues a year, right to your door • “Finally, a magazine that takes my bright child seriously!” Cogito.org • Online resources for promising young scientists ages 8 – 18 • Meet and talk with other science-minded students worldwide • Resources free to interested students Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Other CTY resources Title CTY Online Book Club • New for parents • Addressing various topics related to raising gifted children • Led by CTY experts Diagnostic and Counseling Center • Refined educational testing and guidance • Appropriate for extremely advanced learners, young children, and/or students with possible learning differences • Very useful for placement discussions with schools Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
2010 – 2011 Global Talent Search Title Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Title Benefits of joining our Global Talent Search • Assess a student’s high academic talents and/or reveal previously unrecognized abilities • Build a foundation for stronger academic and study skills • Focus educational planning and decision ‐ making • Expose students to above ‐ grade ‐ level testing/college admissions test in a “low ‐ stakes” setting • Meet students and parents who share a similar interest in learning • Build confidence through appropriate risk ‐ taking and genuine achievement • Be recognized for academic excellence Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Who can join? Title Students in grades 2-8 who… • Score at the 95th percentile or higher on a nationally-normed aptitude or achievement test, or • Score at distinguished/advanced level on state test, or • Demonstrate superior academic performance For a list of qualifying tests, visit: cty.jhu.edu/ts/tests.html Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Why above-grade-level testing? Title Appropriately Benefit from Benefit from challenged at grade level enrichment programs accelerated courses Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Above-Grade-Level tests Title Grades 2 – 6 School and College Ability Test (SCAT) Grades 7 – 8 SAT or ACT (or Advanced SCAT Pilot Testing*) Grades 5 – 8 Optional Spatial Test Battery (STB) *Visit cty.jhu.edu/ts/newtestpop.html for information about the Advanced SCAT testing option for grades 7-8. Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Before the test…review materials Title Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Title After the testing…the beginning at CTY Grades 2 - 6 Grades 7 – 8* *SAT and ACT testers only Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Recognition events Title “The annual awards from CTY are effectively the only recognition our son receives, outside his own family, for his academic accomplishments. And your support means a lot to him. Thank you.” — Val Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Title Joining CTY’s Global Talent Search 1 Enroll in Talent Search Receive your Talent Search 2 test registration information Register for the appropriate 3 above-grade-level test Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Step 1 – Enroll: online Title • Visit www.cty.jhu.edu/discover • Follow the screen prompts to apply online • Enter all requested data; be sure to include your school code • Use MasterCard or Visa to pay your $37 Talent Search fee on our secure website • Receive your test registration materials sooner when you apply online Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Title Step 1 – Enroll: paper application • Complete the application using a blue or black pen • Be sure to print clearly inside the boxes • Fill in all required information, including your school code • Include your $37 Talent Search fee using a check or money order (no cash); please include student’s name on check or money order • If you are applying for Talent Search financial aid, you must complete the paper application Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Step 2: Receive test registration info Title 2 – 6 Grade Students or 7 – 8 Grade Students Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Step 3: Register to test, grades 2-6 Title Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Step 3: Register to test, grades 7-8 Title NOTE: SAT and ACT test registrants MUST include CTY’s score reporting code “5334” or select “Johns Hopkins – Center for Talented Youth” Please visit cty.jhu.edu/ts/newtestpop.html for information about the Advanced SCAT testing option for grades 7-8. Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Title Spatial Test Battery (STB) • Can identify a special ability that other tests do not assess • Provides a fuller picture of abilities • Aids in educational and career planning • When combined with other test scores, can qualify child for CTY courses Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Talent Search financial aid Title • Must be eligible for Federal Free or Reduced ‐ Price Lunch Program • Talent Search fee reduced to $10 • CTY pays testing fee • Students using a Talent Search financial aid form MUST submit a paper application • Forms available at most schools or contact ctyinfo@jhu.edu; forms must be signed by a school administrator Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Recommended guidelines Title Fees* Guidelines Talent Search Talent Search Test Test Application Testing Dates Application Fees Registration by Received by Grades SCAT Now through Now through Now until $37 2-6 May 31 June 15 June 30 $55 March 7 April 8 May 7 SAT** $47 April 4 May 6 June 4 Grades** $37 7-8 February 7 March 4 April 9 ACT** $33 April 4 May 6 June 11 The sooner your child tests, the sooner he/she can start enjoying CTY programs and benefits! 2011 Summer Programs is now open for enrollment. * Fees for students residing in the U.S. ** Please visit cty.jhu.edu/ts/newtestpop.html for information about the Advanced SCAT testing option for grades 7-8. Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
Title Questions? Cassidy Zimmerman, Talent Coordinator Phone : 310-754-4102 Email: czimme11@jhu.edu Global Talent Search 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 www.cty.jhu.edu/discover
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