Enrichment Opportunities for Students
Older opportunities are not deleted from site as many occur annually and each site will have updated information.
Opportunities are posted as they are shared.
Opportunities are posted as they are shared.
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Educational Opportunities for Gifted Middle School Students
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Educational Opportunities for Gifted Students at the High School Level from the Virginia Department of Education
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MV for a Day Event
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Upward Bound at Virginia Highlands Community College
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The oldest of the TRIO programs, Upward Bound is designed to generate skills and motivation among secondary level students that are necessary for success in post secondary education. It was created in the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. Permissible services provided to students in Upward Bound include instruction in basic skills needed to succeed in post secondary education, academic support services, exposure to cultural events, career counseling, and mentoring programs involving teachers.
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Students participating in Upward Bound programs may receive stipends of up to $60 during the summer, and $40/month during the rest of the year. Upward Bound programs are sponsored by higher education institutions, public and private nonprofit agencies, and in exceptional cases by secondary schools.
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Emory & Henry Summer Scholars
Science and Creativity in Motion Summer Camp
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The Governor's School holds summer camps each June for elementary and middle school students. Classes feature advanced material and are designed to give students an opportunity to explore a specific field of interest in-depth while learning in a fun and exciting environment. The camps spark and intensify interest in math and science and most students register for the summer courses annually.
If you would like to receive a copy of the brochure with detailed information about available classes, please call 540-440-5502. |
SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL
100 Northwood Drive Pulaski, VA 24301 Phone (540) 440-5502 Fax (540) 994-5841 |
Virginia Children's Engineering Convention
Virginia Children's Engineering Convention Registration
ETSU hosting STEM camp for K-6 students beginning December 21, 2020
East Tennessee State University is inviting children to participate in a stem experience the week of Christmas.
It's called the Renaissance Child Winter Enrichment program, and is designed for children K-6.
The three-day STEM experience will take place from Monday, December 21 through Wednesday, December 23, 2020.
Counselors have planned several holiday arts and crafts, games and winter fun enrichment activities, including a field trip to the ETSU Planetarium.
Campers can be dropped off at Sam Wilson Hall at 8 a.m., and be picked up at 5 p.m. each day.
Those participating should bring a bag lunch, snack and drink with them.
Registration is $135 per camper. To register, click here or call the ETSU Office of Professional Development at (423) 493-8084.
It's called the Renaissance Child Winter Enrichment program, and is designed for children K-6.
The three-day STEM experience will take place from Monday, December 21 through Wednesday, December 23, 2020.
Counselors have planned several holiday arts and crafts, games and winter fun enrichment activities, including a field trip to the ETSU Planetarium.
Campers can be dropped off at Sam Wilson Hall at 8 a.m., and be picked up at 5 p.m. each day.
Those participating should bring a bag lunch, snack and drink with them.
Registration is $135 per camper. To register, click here or call the ETSU Office of Professional Development at (423) 493-8084.
Agriculture STEM AcademyJoin Virginia Tech and EO for their first ever Agriculture STEM Academy--designed specifically for middle school students. Virginia Tech faculty will guide students through engaging activities and experiments to explore the role of STEM in the future of agriculture.
Agriculture STEM Academy $30.00 /one time Virginia Tech K-12 Summer Programs
Virginia Tech offers a variety of immersive tech experiences for all grade levels at their Innovation Labs.
Summer Enrichment Experience (SEE)The SEE Camp is designed to promote science and healthcare professions to high school students who have a minimum GPA of 3.5 from a Virginia high school. There is no charge for housing, food, and activities. Check-in is at 6 pm on the evening of June 22 and July 6 and the camp will end at noon on June 27 and July 11.
Emory and Henry Honor Marching Band and Color Guard Day
UVA at Wise Wind and Percussion Day
Attention all high school band students and directors! UVA Wise's first annual Wind and Percussion Day is coming up on Thursday, November 3rd! This event combines last year's Brass Day and Woodwind Day events and adds in percussion to create a one-stop-shop for all high school band students to refine their instruments with world-class clinicians.
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National Association for Gifted Children
UVA Summer STEM Camps (iD Tech)
UVA hosts week-long summer technology camps for students ages 7–17.
William and Mary School of Education Center for Gifted Education
Summer Enrichment Experience at Virginia TechCamp will be held on Virginia Tech's Blacksburg campus.
The total cost for camp is $500 and includes all programming, housing, food, and fees. Financial scholarships are available for accepted students with need. Applications are due by MARCH 15th. Please see the attached flyer, visit our website, and encourage applicants to apply here. Rural is OUR passion, and we are excited to share this opportunity with rural learners! 
NatSci + Ag Expo
Did you know that there are INCREDIBLE career opportunities in natural resources and agriculture? It's true! Join us for this SUPER fun event, and you'll learn about how you can start at VHCC and transfer to VT to pursue a career in natural resources or agriculture!
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Virtual Virginia 3–5 Elementary Summer Enrichment Program
Virtual Virginia’s 3–5 Elementary Summer Enrichment Program gives Virginia public school divisions, schools, and learners high-quality synchronous and asynchronous core enrichment instruction throughout summer.
Through this program, Virtual Virginia (VVA) will provide the asynchronous enrichment content and synchronous instruction via the VVA learning management system (LMS). Students will participate in instructional activities in Mathematics, Reading, Language Arts, and STEM.
Through this program, Virtual Virginia (VVA) will provide the asynchronous enrichment content and synchronous instruction via the VVA learning management system (LMS). Students will participate in instructional activities in Mathematics, Reading, Language Arts, and STEM.
Kids' Tech University
Kids’ Tech University teaches children about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects while providing them with valuable experience in a university setting.
The program is for boys and girls ages 9-12.
Register students at, http://www.cpe.vt.edu/swvac/.
The program is for boys and girls ages 9-12.
Register students at, http://www.cpe.vt.edu/swvac/.
Summer Scholars Institute & Leadership Program
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The goal of Summer Scholars Institute & Leadership Program is to provide each student with an opportunity to begin a new adventure in learning and growing within the Emory & Henry community of faculty and staff.
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STEM Academy at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abingdon, Virginia
STEM Academy for students in Kindergarten-5th Grade
The Henderson
School of Appalachian Arts
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The mission of The Wayne C. Henderson School of Appalachian Arts is to preserve, promote and provide a learning experience that has its roots in the culture and heritage of our Southern Appalachian Mountains.
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Emory & Henry is proud to announce the “SWVA Lift Initiative” which offers students who meet the admittance standards and are Pell-eligible the opportunity to attend with no out-of-pocket tuition cost. The program will allow an E&H liberal arts education to be more accessible for students in the region, which is consistent with the College’s historical commitment to serving Southwest Virginia.
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Ferrum College Summer Enrichment Camp
Coders Experience for Middle School Girls
For the first time, the Capital One Coders Experience for Middle School Girls will be held at the Southern Virginia Higher Education Center on Saturday, October 21st. The event is free, and open to any girl in 6th-8th grades. No prior coding experience is required; meals will be provided.
Coders Experience is an exciting, one-day event where young women learn how to create their own mobile app. During the day, participants will work individually and in teams to learn software development and to hone problem solving skills. Teams will compete for prizes, including a trip to the Women in Technology Experience in Richmond, Virginia. Middle school girls in Southern Virginia are encouraged to attend this exciting event. Register Here |
Ferrum College Summer Enrichment Camp
FCSEC offers students an opportunity to experience campus life while participating in a variety of fun-filled activities and challenging projects. The program combines daily hands-on classes with traditional summer camp fun. Instructors are college professors and teachers specially chosen for their unique abilities to make learning come alive.
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NASA
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The Emory & Henry Summer Scholars program is a one-week residential academic program for rising middle and high school students inclined toward academic adventure. For rising 6th - 9th graders, the traditional Summer Scholars program offers a unique mix of learning activities designed to broaden academic interests and expose students to a college-like setting. The Leadership Program, for rising 10th-12th graders, provides the same academic adventure while building the student's leadership skills.
January 15: Applications are accepted Online.
Wayne C Henderson 2016 Music Scholarship
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Ferrum College Summer Enrichment Camp 2016
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The Governor's school holds summer camps each June for elementary and middle school students. Classes feature advanced material and are designed to give students an opportunity to explore a specific field of interest in-depth while learning in a fun and exciting environment. The camps spark and intensify interest in math and science and most students register for the summer courses annually. Summer camp brochures is available as pdfs below.
University of Virginia
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