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       SUMMER 2013 Dates for GATE:
            JULY
8 - August 8

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Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) is an enrichment program that offers classes in the arts, science and technology to students 2nd through 8th grades who have potential in the visual or performing arts, science, and technology or those students who have demonstrated outstanding academic ability in a particular subject area.

GATE is offered in the spring and fall and is a partnership with the Ingham Intermediate School District, the Clinton County Regional Educational Service Agency, the Eaton Intermediate School District, and the Shiawassee Regional Educational Service District.

Tuition for GATE classes varies. Refer to course descriptions to determine the cost of individual classes.

Students wishing to enroll:

  • Must be in grades 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8

  • Must attend school in the Clinton County RESA, Easton ISD, Ingham ISD or Shiawassee RESD service area.

  • Must be recommended by a local gifted and talented program coordinator or classroom teacher.

  • Must have written parental permission to participate.

GATE School Recommendation Form*
    (*Required to be completed by local school district.)

GATE Application Form
Parent Contact and Release Form
Lab Safety Procedures Form
Internet Use Agreement

2013 A+ Youth Summer Camps- Gifted and Talented Courses

Week 1 - July 8 - July 11

GRADES 2-3: MORNING CLASS

SCIENCE WIZARDS
Instructor: Julia Freije

Atoms, energy and chemistry- this class has it all! Explore the world of science, from the life cycle of insects to magnetism and rocketry. Hands-on experiments that seem like real magic will help you discover the amazing world around you. You'll use reading, math, and critical thinking to help you complete your experiments.

If you've wondered what it's like to be a scientist, then this is the class for you!

Time: 9:00 a.m. - Noon    East Campus   Tuition: $139

GRADES 4-5: AFTERNOON CLASS

CSI: THE GATE DETECTIVES ARE ON THE CASE!
Instructor: ML Konett

Do you think you have what it takes to be a detective? In this forensic science class, you will learn how to put your inquiring mind in solving crimes using the scientific method. Each day, you will learn new forensic science techniques to solve a mystery. Topics will include crime scene analysis, handwriting analysis and profiling, fingerprinting, DNA fingerprinting simulations, impression analysis, unknown powder identification, hair and fiber analysis, and blood typing.

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.    East Campus   Tuition: $139

Week 2 - July 15 - July 18

GRADES 6-8: AFTERNOON CLASSES

SCOPE IT OUT!- MICROBIOLOGY
Instructor: Alicia Musser

This course provides an introduction to the techniques of microbiology and the field of public health. Students will take envorionmental samples, grow cultures, and use microscopes to examine microorganisms, including household pests. Students will also study food preservation techniques and test the ability of antibiotics to stop the growth of bacteria.

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.    East Campus   Tuition: $139

Week 3 - July 22 - July 25

GRADES 2-3: MORNING CLASS

SCIENCE WIZARDS
Instructor: STAFF

Atoms, energy and chemistry- this class has it all! Explore the world of science, from the life cycle of insects to magnetism and rocketry. Hands-on experiments that seem like real magic will help you discover the amazing world around you. You'll use reading, math, and critical thinking to help you complete your experiments. If you've wondered what it's like to be a scientist, then this is the class for you!

Time: 9:00 a.m. - Noon    East Campus   Tuition: $139

GRADES 2-3: AFTERNOON CLASS

ZEUS ON THE LOOSE
Instructor: Lucas Hill

Discover the myths and history of Achilles, Hercules, the Trojan House, Posiedon and many more gods and goddesses of the ancient Greek world. Find out the real story of the Olympics and where it all started. We will look at classical Greek sculpture and architecture. On the last day, we will feast on real Greek foods at our own "Tunic" party. Find out what made Alexander the Great so great (Aristotle, of course!).

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.    East Campus   Tuition: $139

GRADES 4-5: AFTERNOON CLASS

STINKING SCARY CHEMISTRY
Instructor: Alisa Winsauer

Atoms, Molecules and Math- Oh My! See how chemistry can work for you by developing your critical thinking, observations and teamwork skills. Explore solubilities, density, and qualitative analysis of a solution. Observe endo and exothermic reactions- Yes, parents, this could be smelly with the "FUN" things your student can learn through chemistry.

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4 p.m.    East Campus   Tuition: $139

Week 4 - July 29 - August 1

GRADES 4-5: AFTERNOON CLASS

SCRATCH That!
Instructor: itec Staff

Scratch is a programming language that makes it easy to create your own interactive stories, animations, games, music, and art - and share your creations on the web. Created by the MIT Media Lab, it is intended to motivate for further learning through playfully experimenting and creating projects, such as interative animations and games. As young people create and share Scratch projects, they learn important mathematical and computational ideas, while also learning to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively.

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.    East Campus   Tuition: $139

Week 5 - August 5 - August 8

GRADES 2-3: MORNING CLASSES

IS YOUR EPIDERMIS SHOWING? - ANATOMY
Instructor: Karen Delaney

Did you know that your skin is the largest organ in your body? It's never too early to learn how your body works and why nature and hereditory factors play a part in your health and growth. Learn about your skeletal, digestive and nervous systems and how they interact for your well-being!

Time: 9:00 a.m. - Noon    East Campus   Tuition: $139

GRADES 6-8: AFTERNOON CLASSES

Straight to the Heart - Heart Transplant
Instructor: Peg Dutcher

We have all heard of stealing hearts, winning hearts or having a broken heart, but how much do we really know about the human heart within our bodies? Students will experience an in-depth study of the workings of the heart; the chambers, arteries, veins, blood components and flow, and much more. The instructor will lead a dissection of an animal heart. Students will be able to understand and participate in a virtual heart transplant by the end of class. CAUTION: This class may not be suitable for those students easily upset by the sight of blood and/or organ material.

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.    East Campus   Tuition: $139


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Lansing Community College would like to thank:

Jackson National Insurance Company

Lansing Exchange Youth Foundation

Dart Foundation

For their generous grants supporting the Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 Gifted and Talented Education program (GATE)

Lansing Community College

Lifelong Learning
Main Office:
LCC East
2827 Eyde Parkway
East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: (517) 483-1860

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