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Opportunity. For Life. Opportunity. For Life.
Opportunity. For Life. Opportunity. For Life.
Welcome!¡Bienvenidos!
The Duke University Talent Identification Program---
4th-6th Grade Talent Search
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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?
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Working with students, educators, and their families
we are here for you!
Together we serve.
Academically Talented Student
Duke TIP
Educators
Parents
&
Families
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Above-level Assessment
Talent Search Model
Talent Search
7th Grade
Network of Programs and Resources
Motivation and Encouragement
Special Support
4th–6th Grade
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Talent Search -- where the TIP experience begins.
Identification
Enrollment
Participation
Identification, academic challenge, and peer interactionthrough resources and programming
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Current 4th, 5th, or 6th graders 95th percentile or higher in at least one
subtest area on a qualifying test Check the website for acceptable tests
and scores: www.tip.duke.edu/456qtest
Eligibility
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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
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Benefits: Helpful Resources
Fun and educational publications created specifically for students
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Benefits: Helpful Resources
Staying on Course: Articles written by gifted education professionals, suggestions for home activities, and review of educational research
Educational guidance from TIP staff at any time
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Benefits: Book Club
Virtual classroom discussions via a secure blog atmosphere and interactive, online lessons – all driven by the selected book Three to four books
covered per year
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Benefits: Writing Contest
Entries judged by members of the Duke faculty and TIP staff
Monetary prizes to the winners (each grade) and their enrolling schools
1st Prize: $250 2nd Prize: $100 3rd Prize: $25
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Benefits: Online Lessons
Self-paced, independent study covering concepts and skills in creative writing, math, and science
Story Writing: Spin Me a Yarn Number Secrets and Secret
Codes Energy: Powerful
Connections in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics
Reinventions in Architecture
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Benefits: Helpful Resources
Digest of Gifted Research Online newsletter providing conceptual, theoretical, and practical information
Educational Opportunity Guide Online directory showcasing schools, summer programs, and academic competitions in the U.S. and abroad
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Benefits: 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: $35
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Enrollment is Easy!
Begins October 1 Online at www.tip.duke.edu/enroll By mail Fee: $37 Benefits continue through sixth grade year
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Financial Aid
Qualify for free or reduced lunch and there is no fee to participate
More than $3 million awarded across all programs in 2013
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Educational ProgramsOutstanding learning opportunities for grades 4 and up
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Academic Adventures Challenging, hands-on learning
experiences for TS participants
One-day study exploring topics not typically covered in schools
Locations include: Georgia Kansas Kentucky Missouri North Carolina South Carolina Texas
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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
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Rosetta Stone® through Duke TIP
Discounted, one-year subscription to this renowned online language-learning program
Uses speech recognition technology and real-life simulated conversations
25 available languages including Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, German, and more!
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Independent Learning
Self-paced, engaging studies anytime, anywhere for grades 4 - 12
No qualifying criteria Various formats: CD-ROM,
workbook, and/or online Students work with a local
mentor Participants and schools
receive a discount!
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www.tip.duke.edu
Duke TIP4th-6th Grade Talent Search
[email protected](919) 668-9100