The Center for Talent Development
Center for Talent Development
Welcome to Center for Talent Development

Center for Talent Development (CTD), housed at Northwestern University’s School of Education and Social Policy, is an accredited learning center and research facility that has been taking families’ notions of what learning is and introducing them to what learning should be for nearly 30 years. [Read more...]
 
Our Programs

Northwestern University’s Midwest Academic Talent Search (grades 3 through 9) increases gifted students’ confidence by providing an accurate tool for measuring abilities and an open door to innumerable opportunities Northwestern University’s Midwest Academic Talent Search (NUMATS) (grades 3 through 9)
provides students with above grade-level testing, a clearer picture of their true abilities, academic counseling and increased test-taking confidence -- a must-visit site for every family with students in grades 3 through 9
Summer Programs (PreK through grade 12) welcomes residential and commuter students from around the world to enjoy their definition of summer fun – learning, while making new friends in the Leapfrog, Apogee, Spectrum and Equinox course series Summer Program (PreK through grade 12)
welcomes residential and commuter students from around the world to enjoy their definition of summer fun – learning, while making new friends in the Leapfrog, Apogee, Spectrum and Equinox program series
Saturday Enrichment Program/Accelerated Weekend Experience (PreK through grade 9)
gives smart kids a reason to jump out of bed on a Saturday – the chance to master a subject and supplement weekday schooling while surrounded by friends who share the same interests. Additional one-weekend options available through the Accelerated Weekend Experience (AWE)
 Gifted LearningLinks
Gifted LearningLinks (K through grade 12)
encourages learning whenever and wherever students wish, with online enrichment, honors and Advanced Placement (AP®) courses
Civic Education Project (grades 7 through 12) promotes civic responsibility among young people through an award-winning citizenship and leadership program that combines traditional education and service learning for maximum impact Civic Education Project (grades 7 through 12)
promotes civic responsibility among young people through an award-winning citizenship and leadership program that combines traditional education and service learning for maximum impact
Outreach Programs for Students Scholarship Programs for Underrepresented Students
Educator/Parent Programs Educator/Parent Programs
inform parents, teachers and school personnel about the needs of gifted learners and empowers them to meet these successfully


 
Announcements:
  • NUMATS Registration News
    The deadline for NUMATS paper registrations (for January and February tests only) has been extended.  Mail your registration today.  Or save a stamp and register online now!

  • Apogee One-Week becomes Spark!
    Summer Program
    In 2010, Apogee One-Week will have a new name: Spark! Check back in January 2010 for Spark course offerings.
  • 2010 Summer Program Brochure
    Summer Program
    The 2010 Summer Program brochure will be available in early January. Contact the Summer Program office with questions.
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