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Tuesday, January 31, 2017

K-12 Scholarships for Summer Enrichment and College - Due 2/24/17

The 2017 Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented (TAGT) scholarship application period is open until February 24; all applicants will be notified of their status electronically on April 15. Details available at http://www.txgifted.org/scholarshipsFor technical issues, application questions or to receive a Summer Scholarship application in Spanish, please contact Justin Ables at 512.499.8248 or jables@txgifted.org.
Summer Enrichment Scholarships
Awarded to identified gifted students grades K- 12, who are currently participating in a gifted program and who want to enrich their learning experience during the summer months. The maximum summer scholarship award is $400. Students may use these scholarships to attend programs with an academic, fine arts, or performing arts focus. 

Laura Allard Future Vision Scholarship
A $2,500 scholarship awarded to a graduating GT high school senior who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, possesses a strong sense of purpose and clearly defined goals, and has a long-term plan for achieving these goals.

Adelle McClendon Young Leader Scholarship
A $2500 scholarship awarded to a graduating GT high school senior who has demonstrated outstanding leadership.

TAGT/SMI Scholarships
Attend the Summer Mathematics Institute (SMI), a 3-week residential program with an intense focus on mathematics. Sponsored by the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science at the University of North Texas.