Summer Discovery provides an immersive, stimulating academic day program designed for students in grades 1-5.
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Summer Discovery's gifted and talented program at Fairfield University, established in 2003, has cultivated a dynamic learning community specifically designed for bright and curious young students in grades 1-5. This curated academic program caters to day camp or commuter students, providing a stimulating full-day academic environment.
The university’s beautiful campus and setting create a rich and invigorating environment for both intellectual and personal development. At the Institute for the Gifted at Fairfield University, participants engage with our innovative STEAM+ curriculum, which fosters creative problem-solving through interdisciplinary exploration. Students personalize their experience by selecting from one morning course and one afternoon course. They can select from a variety of fields of study including science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics and humanities and more. Students work on a personalized capstone project throughout their program and walk away with a tremendous sense of accomplishment when it is completed.
Beyond academics, the program offers engaging activities that promote social-emotional growth for gifted and talented students and the formation of lasting friendships.
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Elementary School
This program offers talented and creative students an unparalleled academic curriculum that is challenging, interactive and hands-on – while helping students build essential life skills and confidence. Outside the classroom, students embark on fun adventures and develop lifelong friendships and connections in our inclusive community.
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Program Requirements
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- Academic tuition
- Lunch every day
- Play time and recreation
- Safety and supervision
- Application fee