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MAGC 2010 Conference Proposal deadline has been extended to July 15, 2010 Click here to download a 2010 conference proposal form. Click here to download a 2010 conference Flyer. ______________________________________________________________ Teachers & Parents of Gifted Children Many of you asked to be informed of news concerning the future of gifted programming for your children so that you would have the opportunity to contact lawmakers. Click here for the recent news article sharing Governor Barbour’s recommendation of a 68% cut to gifted, special and vo-tech education programs. Please review the news article and consider contacting the lawmakers who represent your area to voice your concern. Thank them for their past support of gifted education and ask them to please continue their support for our children. Please see the contact information for Mississippi Senators and Representatives at the link below. If you wish, take a few minutes to immediately call and/or email as many as you are able. Click Here for a Sample of a Letter that you can mail or email. Please see the link below to find the name and home address of your local Senator and Representative. ______________________________________________________________ New! Math and Science Leadership Camp Hosted by the Mississippi School for Math & Science
The Math and Science Camp provides an opportunity for 40 rising 9th and 10th grade young men to spend a week on the campus of the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science involved in hands-on, project-based learning experiences that further develop their math and science skills, improve their test-taking abilities, and prepare them to compete more effectively within their peer groups. This experience is designed for students who excel in mathematics and science and are interested in careers in the fields of science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. Planned activities include engineering competitions, creative test-taking strategies, a ropes course, and a field trip to MSU’s Center for Advanced Vehicular Studies, High Performance Computer, and the “CAVE.” Click here for Flyer and Application All applications must be received by Friday, May 7, 2010, to be considered. Acceptance notices will be mailed within 2 weeks of the application closing. Students who are selected will be asked to pay a $25 deposit to hold their places for the Math and Science Camp ______________________________________________________________ New! Important Survey for Gifted Teachers! Click Here New! Check out the Teacher Resource Page for Lesson Plan Ideas! Click Here Check out this month's featured Gifted Website! SENG Karnes Center for Gifted Studies Announcements
MAGC is
an affiliate of the National
Association for Gifted Children.
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