1. Opportunity. For Life.

2. Welcome! ¡Bienvenidos! Duke Talent Identification Program 4th-6th Grade Talent Search

3. Opportunity. For Life. Non-profit identification and support services for the academically gifted Founded in 1980, more than 2.5 million participants Educational opportunities and resources What is Duke TIP?

4. Opportunity. For Life. Working with students, educators, and their families Together we serve. Duke TIP Educators Parents & Families Academically Talented Students What is Duke TIP?

5. Opportunity. For Life. Talent Search Model Talent Search 7th Grade 4th–6th Grade Motivation and Encouragement Above-level Assessment Special Support Network of Programs & Resources

6. Opportunity. For Life. Participation Enrollment Identification, academic challenge, and peer interaction through resources and programming Identification Talent Search Where the TIP experience begins.

7. Opportunity. For Life. Current 4th, 5th, or 6th graders At or above the 95th percentile in at least one qualifying subtest area Check TIP’s website for acceptable tests and scores Eligibility

8. Opportunity. For Life. 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

9. Opportunity. For Life. Recognition Merit certificate: personal acknowledgment of outstanding accomplishments Ribbon presentation: school recognition at end-of-year ceremony

10. Opportunity. For Life. Helpful Resources Fun and educational publications created specifically for students

11. Opportunity. For Life. Book Club Virtual classroom discussions via a secure blog atmosphere with interactive, online lessons – all driven by selected book Four books covered per year

12. Opportunity. For Life. Writing Contest Annual contest for participants New themes each year Entries judged by Duke University faculty and TIP staff Monetary prizes to the winners (each grade) and their enrolling schools 1st Prize: $200 2nd Prize: $100 3rd Prize: $50

13. Opportunity. For Life. Academic Online Lessons Self-paced, independent study covering concepts and skills in creative writing, math, social studies, and science –Story Writing: Spin Me a Yarn –Number Secrets and Secret Codes –Energy: Powerful Connections in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics –Reinventions in Architecture

14. Opportunity. For Life. Helpful Resources Digest of Gifted Research Online newsletter providing research- based information on rearing and educating academically talented children Educational Opportunity Guide Online directory showcasing schools, summer programs, and academic competitions across the United States and abroad

15. Opportunity. For Life. 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: $37 Enroll by January 15 for testing in current year

16. Opportunity. For Life. Enrollment is Easy! Begins October 1 Online at www.tip.duke.edu/enroll www.tip.duke.edu/enroll OR By mail Fee: $40 Benefits continue through sixth grade year

17. Opportunity. For Life. Financial Aid Qualify for free or reduced lunch and there is no fee to participate More than $3 million awarded across all programs in 2014

18. Opportunity. For Life. Educational Programs Outstanding learning opportunities for grades 4 and up

19. Opportunity. For Life. Academic Adventures Challenging, hands-on learning experiences for TS participants in fifth or sixth grade One-day study exploring topics not typically covered in schools Locations include: –Georgia –Kansas –Kentucky –Missouri –North Carolina –South Carolina –Texas

20. Opportunity. For Life. 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 Three locations: –Meredith College, Raleigh, NC –Eckerd College, St. Petersburg, FL –Washington University, St. Louis, MO

21. Opportunity. For Life. Rosetta Stone® Discounted, one-year subscription Uses speech recognition technology and real-life simulated conversations 25 available languages including Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, German, and more!

22. Opportunity. For Life. Independent Learning Self-paced, engaging studies anytime, anywhere for grades four through twelve No qualifying criteria Various formats: CD-ROM, workbook, or online Students work with a local mentor Participants and schools receive a discount!

23. Opportunity. For Life. www.tip.duke.edu

24. Opportunity. For Life. "TIPsters are a special, unique brand of student and give me renewed hope for the future. I cannot say enough about how much the program has meant to both of my children." TIP Parent "TIP was the best experience of my life. It's like coming home.“ Duke TIP Participant

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26. Name School Office Duke TIP Contact Information 456talent search@tip.duke.edu (919) 668-9100 Contact