4th/5th Grade Talent Search

Duke University Talent Identification Program

What is the Duke UniversityTalent Identification Program? Founded in 1980 Self-supporting non-profit educational organization Serves nearly 400,000 gifted students each year Identifies academically talented young people Provides fulfilling educational opportunities

The Talent Search

One of four major university-hosted talent searches Primarily serving a 16-state region

NE

KS

OK

TX

IA

MO

AR

LA

KY

TN

ALMS GA

FL

SC

NC

What parents are saying…

“This resource could not have come at a better time. It has greatly reinforced good work habits and self-confidence.”

“Without TIP, our daughter’s talents would not have been realized at such an early age.”

What parents are saying…

“This program is wonderful—the EXPLORE test helped us see just where our son is academically.”

What teachers are saying…“At our school, the Talent Search is a tradition! It is beneficial in building self-esteem, honor, and providing the ‘seeds’ for students to begin thinking about their educational future.”

“I love being able to provide opportunities for all of the bright kids in our area.”

What teachers are saying…

“I feel that Duke TIP’s 4th/5th Grade Talent Search is great for the students. It helps keep them focused on learning and provides opportunities for many activities.”

What students are saying…

“I am very excited to be in the Talent Search. All of the information you send shows me to new ways to learn!”

“Thank you for giving me a challenge.”

What students are saying…

“The 4th/5th Grade Talent Search makes me so excited, confident, and proud of myself. Thank you!”

The 4th/5th Grade Talent Search

Identifies gifted 4th and 5th graders Offers optional above-level testing and

assessment for gifted and talented youth Motivates and encourages gifted and

talented students to focus on academic achievement

Provides specialized educational information and opportunities for high-achieving students and their families

Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search

Recognition for the student's outstanding abilities and achievements

Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search

Staying on Course —a valuable guide containing articles and resources

Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search

develop a wide-range of interests

learn about academic opportunities

spark their creativity

The Navigator — a semi-annual newsletter that helps students to:

Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search

Provides timely and practical information

addresses the educational and social-emotional challenges facing the gifted

The Duke Gifted Letter — a newsletter for parents that

Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search

Academic 411 —Covering fun and educational topics, many articles are written by students who relate their personal experiences participating in academically and socially challenging activities.

Benefits of the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search

And much more…

Duke TIP Annual Writing Contest Above-level testing and assessment

(Optional 8th-grade level EXPLORE test)

Recognition of highest test performance

How to Qualify

Currently in 4th or 5th grade Scored at 90th percentile or above on

a grade-level standardized achievement, aptitude, mental ability test, or approved state criterion-referenced test

Financial Aid

Duke TIP awarded over $1.5 million of financial aid in 2005

Talent Search Fee Waivers TIP waives the $25 fee for students who

qualify for free or reduced lunch programs

Important Dates January Schools receive initial 4th/5th Grade Talent Search materials.

Applications are distributed to qualified 4th/5th graders. TIP Web registration opens.

March 1 FINAL postmark deadline for submitting applications by mail. March 17 Final deadline for applying online. May Merit packet mailed to students -- includes Certificate of Achievement,

Navigator newsletter, and Staying on Course. July Academic 411 is mailed. September Navigator newsletter fall issue is mailed to students. October EXPLORE registration materials are mailed from ACT to all current

5th and 6th grade participants enrolled in the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search.

December Writing Contest information mailed to Talent Search participants. January EXPLORE testing (dates and sites are set by ACT). February EXPLORE testing (dates and sites are set by ACT). March Writing Contest winners announced. April Navigator newsletter spring issue is mailed to students. May-June Highest scorers on EXPLORE test invited to State Recognition

Ceremonies.

Duke TIP also offers:

Learn on Your Own—Independent learning courses that allow students to work at their own pace

MathPack: Quest Word Power Discovering King Arthur

Important Information

Register only once in 4th or 5th grade.

4th/5th Grade Talent Search benefits continue through the 6th grade year.

Duke TIP offers the 7th Grade Talent Search to qualifying 7th graders.Enrollment in the 4th/5th Grade Talent Search does not

automatically qualify students for the Duke TIP 7th Grade Talent Search.

How to Apply

By Internet:

www.tip.duke.edu

March 17—Deadline for Web registration

**Fee waiver applications must be sent by mail.**

How to Apply

By Mail: Application and $25 fee to:

4th/5th Grade Talent SearchDuke University Talent Identification Program1121 West Main StreetDurham, NC 27701

**Applications must be postmarked on or before March 1.**

Información del programa está disponible en español. Visítenos en

el Internet a:

www.tip.duke.edu/talent_searches/grades_4-5

Haz Cliq en “Información en Español”

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www.tip.duke.edu