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Welcome to the official blog for the Drury Center for Gifted Education. It is our hope that this will create a discussion among educators, parents and students involved in Gifted Education programs throughout southwest Missouri.

The Drury Center for Gifted Education building on a rich history dating back to 1980, is a collaborative learning community in which staff and students discover and understand their strengths and abilities, set high expectations for themselves, and successfully master the skills necessary to transform students’ potential into performance.

We are excited to share information about this summer's Summer Pals, Summer Quest, Summerscape and Drury Leadership Academy programs:

Summer Pals/Summer Quest
June 9-20, 2008
Drury University and Springfield Public Schools work together to sponsor a summer experience for gifted students. For grades pre-kindergarten (must turn 5 by August 1, 2008), kindergarten and grades 1, this experience is Summer Pals; for grades 2-5, Summer Quest. Summer Quest/Summer Pals classes are held Monday through Friday for two weeks. Classes for Summer Pals will meet from 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Sunshine Elementary. Classes for Summer Quest will meet from 8:15 – 11:15 a.m. at Phelps Center for the Gifted. Class size is limited to 16 students. Courses are taught be highly qualified, effective teachers who understand and use both enrichment and acceleration. Courses are hands-on, activity oriented and highly motivating.

Summerscape
July 6-17, 2008
Summerscape is designed for intellectually gifted students who have completed grades 6-8. Courses are selected and planned to provide an academic challenge and creative experiences. Classes are limited to 16 students. Thirty-eight courses could be offered in the areas of archaeology, music, debate, theater, computer science, journalism, video production, high-tech concepts, foreign language, photography, zoology, conservation, and leadership. Campus recreational facilities are available. Hands-on experiences, field trips, and the opportunity to interact with international students are key components of Summerscape. Students opting to live on campus will be housed in dormitories at Drury University.

Drury Leadership Academy
July 6-17, 2008
The Drury Leadership Academy is a program for high-achieving high school students who have completed grades 9-11. Courses are available in leadership, science, philosophy and humanities. Students may take two courses. In addition to academic endeavors, the Drury Leadership Academy is designed to provide appropriate cultural and recreational activities with emphasis on leadership skills and leadership for the future. Drury Leadership Academy students may enroll for one hour college credit (at no additional cost) per class taken. Students opting to live on campus will be housed in dormitories at Drury University.

Check back often for more information!