Summer Enrichment Workshopfor Gifted and Talented Students

Summer Enrichment Workshop (SEW) is an annual program for gifted and talented students sponsored by the Multiple Abilities Program in Special Education at The University of Alabama.

Students who have completed grades K through 6 and are enrolled in gifted programs, with consideration for other qualified students as space permits, are invited to attend.

The majority of teachers in SEW are interns working toward a degree/certification in education. Our Master Teachers are already teaching in school and are graduates of the Multiple Abilities Program or gifted teachers.

SEW 2021 is directed by Sharron Maughn in The University of Alabama’s Multiple Abilities Program in the College in the Education.

During the three-week program, students are enrolled daily in two sessions (each 1 hour, 45 minutes) with a refreshment break between the sessions.

Summer Enrichment Workshop provides outstanding experiences for both students and UA interns in small, personalized classes, and enrollment in SEW 2021 will be strictly controlled on a first-come, first-served basis.

June 7th-25th, 2021, from 8:00-11:45 a.m.

Verner Elementary, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406

Send completed registration form, course selection form for the grade level completed, and $150 check (This includes a $25 non-refundable registration fee) made payable to Summer Enrichment Workshop to

Summer Enrichment Workshop The University of Alabama College of EducationBox 870232Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0233

We will not deny participation based on financial situations. Please contact us for scholarship information.

No refunds after May 3rd. Any cancellations prior to May 1 will receive a refund minus the $25 processing fee.

REGISTRATION DEADLINEMay 3rd, 2021. After May 3rd, call for course availability.

Please read the Course Option descriptions for the correct grade level (the grade your child has completed) before attempting to make your course selection. Once you have decided, please choose three courses per time slot (where available), ranking those choices with a 1, 2, and 3. Make sure to enter first, second, and third choices for BOTH Session A and Session B (your top three rankings in Session A and session B)

We will make every effort to schedule each child into one of his/her first choices. However, when a class is filled, students will be scheduled into their second or third choices; first-choice placements cannot be guaranteed. Keep in mind that sometimes students acquire an interest in something as a result of exploring new topics during special events like SEW. Therefore, even a second or third choice may, in fact, become a future interest area for students. As in the past, students will be notified by mail as to their course placements. Letters will be mailed by the week before SEW begins. Please assume that your child is enrolled unless otherwise notified.

Summer Enrichment Workshop enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. SEW will be strictly controlled to allow for optimally small class sizes. Please return your CHECK, the REGISTRATION FORM, and the COURSE SELECTION FORM for the grade level just completed by the student by MAY 3 to:

ATTN: Summer Enrichment Workshop The University of AlabamaCollege of EducationMultiple Abilities ProgramBox 870232Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0233

For more information, please contact: (205) 348-1448.

Grades K - 1 Courses Session A, 8:00am - 9:45am

ALL ABOARD THE REINDEER EXPRESSDo you want to explore the largest country in the world? If you said yes, hop on the Reindeer Express for a tour across Russia. Throughout this journey you will explore Russia. As you ride around, you will see and learn about the culture, history, music, food, wildlife, and architecture!

DIFFERENT JUST LIKE MEIt is important for kids to have the opportunity to share about themselves and learn about others in the classroom. In this session, students will have the opportunity to share their own identities and learn about their classmates. Students can explore who they are while celebrating what makes them different and unique.

Session B, 10:00am – 11:45amAMAZING ARTISTDo you love to create art and share it with others? If so, Amazing Artists is the session for you. We will study famous artists and create our masterpieces. No experience necessary, every child is an artist!

SCHOOL OF ROCK Welcome to the School of Rock! In this session, you will learn about the history of rock ‘n’ roll and the dance moves of each decade. You will listen to famous songs of the past while discovering about the lives of the musicians who created it. If you like to rock out, this is the session for you.

Grades 2 - 3 Courses Session A, 8:00am - 9:45am

Session B, 10:00am – 11:45am

MEET THE MASTERSDo you have a favorite artist whose work you admire? Do you wish you could create masterpieces of your own just like the famous artists? Study famous artists from around the world, learn their techniques, and apply them to create works of your own good enough to hang in a museum!

DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE?Have you ever seen something then realized it wasn't actually there? Come along on a new adventure to discover the world of optical illusions through magic and mystery! Let’s explore the exciting new ways artists can trick your eye! Come further your imagination through art and creations on this mystical illusion ride!

THE MAGIC OF STORYTELLINGUse your imagination to write a magical experience through the stories of Walt Disney's most famous characters. Write your own magical story and maybe even act it out. No experience necessary!

ARE WE THERE YET? RUSHING TO RUSSIAHave you ever wanted to tour the largest country in the world? Pack your bags and join other tourists for a trip through Russia. Throughout your journey discover the diverse culture, rich history, upbeat music, tasty food, majestic wildlife, and the beautiful architecture found only in Russia.

INVENTING WITH IMAGINATIONDo you ever wonder how something works, or how you could make it better. Do you like to use your imagination and create new things? This session is searching for creative inventors with wild imaginations. Together with other inventors you discover the importance of simple machines and design your own inventions based on your discoveries.

MISSION: NOT SO IMPOSSIBLESuit up this summer as we blast off into space exploration! On your 3-week mission, you will explore what life could be like on the planets in our solar system. You will launch into the milky way to look into planets, stars, atmospheres, and the makeup of various planets. Create your own planet, solar system, or galaxy outside of life on planet Earth. Moonwalk, skyrocket, or float into space with us this summer!

Grades 4 - 5 Courses Session A, 8:00am - 9:45am

Session B, 10:00am – 11:45am

KID-VENTIONSInvention is a process that requires collaboration, hands-on experimentation, creative problem solving, entrepreneurship and an understanding that moments of failure often become mistakes that work! Join this session to discover and research inventions that changed the world. Experience the invention process first hand as your imagination becomes your guide to creating your own invention.

SUIT UP!Looking for answers to your out of this world questions? Suit UP to virtually meet professionals who work with space technology who can answer all your extraterrestrial questions. For an out of this world experience, join us as we explore and investigate space.

ROCK OF AGESDo you like music from long ago? Did you ever wonder where this type of music came from? Have you ever wished you could “rock out” on stage for millions of adoring fans? If so, this is the session for you! Learn about the history of rock and roll music and perform a few of your favorite songs in front of a huge roaring crowd!

DESIGN PEACEShould you accept this challenge your mission is to join together two communities with very different cultural backgrounds. Work with other SEW student leaders and architects to advocate for peaceful solutions to community conflicts. Celebrate diversity and peace while learning to understand how different communities can live together, work together and contribute to a peaceful and prosperous future!

NOW YOU SEE ME…NOW YOU DON’T!Colors, lights, and patterns - Oh My! Join us and discover the whimsical world of optical illusions through magic and mystery! In this three-week session, you will be introduced to the magical world of 2D reality! Come along to explore the secrets of optical illusions and the many mystical ways artists can trick your eye… Come explore, create, and draw new illusions with us!

BEHIND THE SCENESHave you ever wondered who writes the stories behind Pixar films? There is an insane amount of work going on behind-the-scenes. Gain unique insight into the intense behind the scenes preparation of Pixar and learn how to write your own “short.”

Registration Form DUE MAY 3, 2021

Student Name: _________________________________________ Preferred Name: ______________________________

Date of Birth: _________________ Grade completed as of May 2021: _________________________________________

Has student attended SEW in the past? __________________________ Year attended: ____________________________

School Attended: _________________________________ *Gifted Teacher’s Name: ______________________________

*Parents of a student who is NOT presently enrolled in/identified for a school gifted program should attach a teacher or principal recommendation,test data (achievement, intelligence, or creativity), and any other information describing the student’s special abilities/achievements and ability tobenefit from the SEW experience. If the student has successfully attended SEW in the past, no recommendations are needed.

Parent/Guardian Name(s): ____________________________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________

Home Phone: __________________________________ Work Phone: _________________________________________

Email: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ (You will receive an email confirmation of receipt of registration form. We will not deny participation based on financial situations. Please contact us for scholarship information.)

Check Enclosed: ____________________________________________ Check #: ____________

Any additional information that SEW teachers need to know for the health and safety of your child?

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

In the event of an emergency and we are unable to contact parent(s)/guardian, whom shall we contact?

Name: _________________________________________________ Relationship to Student: _______________________

Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ______________________________

May we have permission to post 2021 SEW pictures of your child on the SEW website and/or film your child in class for promotional purposes? __________

Course SelectionsPlease indicate your top 3 choices (where available) for Session A and Session B by writing course selections in the spaces below. Chil-dren attending SEW will be enrolling in courses for the grade level which they just completed.

Grade Level ______ Session A Session B

Choice 1 ________________________________ Choice 1 ______________________________________

Choice 2 ________________________________ Choice 2 _______________________________________

Choice 3 ________________________________ Choice 3 _______________________________________