When: Bright 8th graders (currently 7th graders) and their families What: Fun, intensive math academy When: Saturdays (September 8, 2007 - January 26, 2008) Where: Tiger Woods Learning Center in Anaheim, CA |
What is CTY-MAPS? When is MAPS held? Who can apply to CTY-MAPS? Information for teachers MAPS is a fun, intensive Saturday math academy for bright 8th graders and their families. Thanks to a generous grant from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, the program is free. MAPS is a very special opportunity for students to enhance their math and reasoning skills, meet other bright students, get a head start on high school, and explore college and career opportunities—all in the state-of-the-art facilities at the Tiger Woods Learning Center (www.twlc.org). The academy has 20 students and 4 teachers. This low student-teacher ratio gives students the chance to learn exactly what they need to in small groups and individual tutoring. Students also have field trips and special guest presentations (from the fields of chemistry, engineering, astronomy, etc). Families are invited to a weekly parent coffee hour and are invited to guest presentations. All MAPS students who qualify for a CTY/CAA summer program in 2008 will be offered a scholarship. Back to top MAPS is held every Saturday from September 8, 2007 through January 26, 2008—except for November 24 and December 29. Here is the daily schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Students have small group math classes; individual math tutoring; games, puzzles, and brainteasers; SAT practice tests; team building; college and career sneak previews; and special presentations. | | 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. | Parents and guardians have a coffee hour, led by a facilitator, to discuss issues related to parenting bright middle school students. Resources and possible discussion topics are provided. Parents and guardians are also invited to hear all guest speakers and see special presentations. | | 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. | Lunch is provided for students and teachers | | 12:45 - 2:00 p.m. | Optional study time for students. Teachers help with math concepts from the morning, homework from school and enrichment projects. |
Students are required to attend every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. The 12:45 – 2:00 p.m. session is optional. There will be no class held on November 24 or December 29. Back to top Students who apply to MAPS fit four criteria: - will enter the 8th grade in the fall of 2007,
- participate in CTY Talent Search, but have not yet qualified for CTY/CAA math or science courses (if you haven’t taken the SAT or ACT, just call or e-mail us),
- come from low to moderate income families and
- live in Orange County
We’re looking for motivated students who want to: - meet other bright students from the area
- build on their math and critical thinking skills
- gain confidence for the SAT
- learn about career opportunities
- take advantage of the learning opportunities at Center for Talented Youth
- enjoy the state-of-the art facilities of Tiger Woods Learning Center
- map out the road to high school, college, and beyond
We’re looking for motivated families who want to: - meet local families with bright middle school children
- learn more about supporting your bright middle schooler
- help your child prepare for the SAT
- learn how to integrate math learning into everyday family life
If you would like to apply to MAPS, please e-mail susan.collins@jhu.edu or call 410-735-6155 as soon as possible. We accept students on a rolling basis. We will e-mail you application details, but applications basically consist of a letter describing your interest, a letter from your family, and a letter from a teacher or guidance counselor. Successful applicants will be required to submit additional registration materials, including health form and verification of income form. We’ll guide you through this process. Back to top | 
