Gifted and Talented Programs
The Gifted and Talented Office of Ingham Intermediate School District and Michigan State University are pleased to announce the 33rd year of Kids’ College for talented students. This collaborative venture improves and expands educational offerings for students who have outstanding abilities and/or potential talent in the content areas of science, technology, engineering and math. The content focus for 2019 is “Forces."
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for participation, a student:
- Must currently be in grade 4 or grade 5
- Must attend school in Ingham, Clinton, Eaton or Shiawassee counties with preference being given to students from Ingham County
- Should have an interest in science
- Must have demonstrated high potential for development in the sciences
- Must have parental permission to participate
Faculty
The faculty for Kids’ College consists of experienced classroom teachers who have completed study in graduate level courses in gifted education and science education.
Schedule
Kids’ College will operate from Monday, July 8 through Friday, July 19, 2019 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am each weekday in Berkey Hall on the campus of Michigan State University.
Transportation
Transportation must be provided by the parents/family to and from the program. Parents must have students at MSU by 8:30 AM each day of the program. It is important that parents arrive between 11:30 and 11:45 am to pick up students. The program coordinator and instructors will be available at Berkey Hall from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm each day. Specific instructions about where to drop off and pick up students will be given at the Orientation Meeting.
Orientation
An Orientation session will be held at East Lansing High School on the first day of camp. All parents (including those with approved transporatation assistance) must plan to attend. Here additional information will be shared including camp expectations as well as pick up and drop off instructions. The orientation will last approximately 30-45 minutes. Your student will then be taken by bus from the high school to Berkey Hall. Plan to pick your child up at Berkey Hall between 11:30 and 11:45 am.
Additional Information
Upon completion of registration, you will receive an email confirmation with additional instructions. For questions, please contact Lonnie Thomas at lthomas@inghamisd.org. All required documentation must be submitted no later than June 28, 2019.
Tuition
The tuition for Kids’ College is $290.00 per student. Register Now!
Scholarship Opportunity
Full scholarships and transportation assistance are available for students currently enrolled in the Lansing School District. A copy of your student's most recent progress report must be submitted for consideration.
Parial scholarships are available to students outside of the Lansing School District with proof of income.
To apply for a scholarship, visit Kids' College 2019 Scholarship Request.
Mathematics Analytic Series: Cultivating Optimum Teamwork (MASCOT)
MASCOT is a two-week program designed to serve students who are identified as having high abilities or interest in mathematics. This program challenges students to develop a better understanding of mathematics through the use of problem solving applications, mathematical reasoning and collaboration. MASCOT is for students currently in grade six and grade seven. This program is sponsored by Ingham Intermediate School District and partially funded by grants from The W.B. and Candace Thoman Foundation.
The topics of MASCOT are intended to supplement, complement and extend mathematics taught in the classroom during the school year. The choice of topics is based on current research in mathematics and knowledge about how children learn. The instruction focuses on cooperative learning and builds on children’s prior mathematical knowledge.
- are currently in grade six or grade seven,
- show mathematical potential, and
- have academic potential, as measured by standardized test scores
SCHEDULE
MASCOT will operate from Monday, July 8 through Friday, July 19, 2019 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am each weekday in Anthony Hall on the Campus of Michigan State University.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation must be provided by the parents/family to and from the program.
TUITION
The cost for MASCOT is $290.00 per student. Register Now!
Scholarship Opportunity
Full scholarships and transportation assistance are available for students currently enrolled in the Lansing School District. A copy of your student's most recent progress report must be submitted for consideration.
Parial scholarships are available to students outside of the Lansing School District with proof of income. A copy of your 2018 federal tax return must be submitted for consideration (redact social security numbers please).
To apply, visit MASCOT 2019 Scholarship Request
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Gifted and Talented programs are offered throughout the year in partnership with Michigan State University. For the most current information visit MSU Gifted and Talented Education.
LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Gifted and Talented programs are also offered at LCC Gifted and Talented Education.
