AZ Smart Minds AZ Smart Mind Summer camp for gifted students
AZ summer camp for gifted kids AZ Smart kids

Smart Minds Summer Academy 2010 -
Students Entering 6th and 7th Grades

Mathematics:
Real World Algebra

This fascinating course begins by explaining how to turn words into the language of algebra.

The students easily step into solving problems with equations. Soon they will not only be translating complex problems into algebra and solving them, but they will appreciate using algebra in everyday life. Our students will learn a variety of significantly important algebra skills including: the language of algebra, using algebra to solve real-world problems, proportion, exponents, radicals, simultaneous equations, and much more.

This class will definitely prepares your child for the advanced algebra program in the middle school.

Astro Science:
The Great Space Race

It is a race to space and our mission involves an exciting journey to the moon, establishing a base, and then launching additional missions to Mars and other celestial bodies such as a comet. We will study astrophysics, astrobiology, and astronomy in this inspiring unit. Using the laws of physics, we will test payloads to see how we can maximize thrust while carrying the largest payload possible.

Lastly, we will investigate an ancient life form recovered from the moon. Can we discover the nature of this creature? What mysterious creature was this? Did it originate from the moon or did it come from somewhere else? Maybe there are aliens after all!

Public Speaking & Debating:
Debating Persuasively

Did you ever feel strongly about a controversial issue but felt unable to state your position in a calm, logical, and persuasive manner? This class will do just that. You will have the opportunity to argue controversial issues using a debating format. Since oral presentation and debate assignments are an unavoidable part of middle school, high school, and college, this is an important time to be equipped with the necessary skills to handle any type of oral presentation with self-assurance and ease.

The Smart Minds Public Speaking and Debate Program will teach the students a fast, effective, and easy technique for speech and debate construction, and how to take a stance on an issue and produce a solid debate based upon factual information.

To find more information such as camp dates, location and fees visit "Our Program" page.

“Both my boys have enjoyed the summer program at Smart Minds. It makes learning fun for the students. The kids don’t mind going to this camp even though it is their summer break. It is more like having fun and doesn’t feel like school even when they are learning a lot. Thanks so much for working so hard to put such a wonderful program together.”

- A. Dodell, Scottsdale, AZ