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Search Top Menu About CTD Blog Publications Events Make a Gift MyCTD Account Mobile Middle Menu Contact SearchPrograms Pre K - Grade 2 Grade 3 - Grade 8 Grade 9 - Grade 12 Summer Programs Online Programs Pre K - Grade 2 (Online) Grade 3 - Grade 8 (Online) Grade 9 - Grade 12 (Online) Weekend Programs Leadership and Service-Learning Programs Assessments Courses Tuition & Financial Aid Tuition and Fees Financial Aid Scholarships Enrollment Apply Now Eligibility Grades & Evaluation Educators & Schools Assessment for Schools Professional Learning Consulting Services and Program Review Curriculum Resources and Student Programming Gifted Education Resources Job Opportunities Family Opportunities Consulting Gifted Education Resources Family Events Contact Top Menu About CTD Blog Publications Events Make a Gift MyCTD Account Courses Lorem Ipsum Assessments for Schools CTD helps schools understand and use data to inform instruction, measure growth for advanced learners, and plan for programming. Learn more about assessment options Gifted Education Resources View resources Professional Learning Practical, timely topics to help teachers and administrators effectively identify and meet the needs of gifted students. See our offerings for educators Consulting Services and Program Review Re-imagine your gifted education services using our talent development framework Learn more Curriculum Resources and Student Programs Bring CTD’s curriculum, programming, and professional development to your classroom! Review our Curriculum Resources Job Opportunities At Center for Talent Development (CTD), we believe the best educators don’t just teach; they inspire young people to think big, take risks and believe in themselves. Browse our opportunities Eligibility Understanding a student’s academic potential and current level of achievement is an important step in choosing the best course. Learn about eligibility criteria and program types Grades and Evaluation Learn More If you have selected a program and course, start your application. Apply Now Family Consulting Invest in a conversation with an expert from CTD about understanding your child’s abilities and planning for talent development. Learn more CTD Assessment Talent development is a journey that involves developing potential into achievement. Learn more about your child’s academic potential, learning level, and need for advanced programming, including acceleration. Learn more Parent Education Resources CTD provides resources for parents to nurture their child’s talent at home and outside the classroom. See our resources Family Events CTD offers periodic workshops and webinars for parents and families Explore all events Programs Enrichment and credit-bearing, accelerated programs designed for students at every age and stage of talent development. Learn More About Our Programs Grade Levels Pre K - Grade 2 Grade 3 - Grade 8 Grade 9 - Grade 12 Program Types Summer Programs Online Programs Weekend Programs Leadership and Service-Learning Programs Assessments A guide to understanding abilities, finding strengths, and charting a talent development pathway Learn More Tuition and Fees View tuition information Financial Aid Need-based financial aid is available to qualified students for most CTD programs and assessments. Learn about financial aid options Scholarships CTD has several scholarship options and collaborates with the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. Learn about scholarship options Withdrawals and Refunds Before enrolling, please review our withdrawal and refund policies. Review all policies Center for Talent Development Developing Children’s Talents Through Unique and Challenging Academic Programs Explore Our Student Programs What Makes CTD Special?Over 40 Years of Experience Developing Children’s Talents Explore. Discover. Excel. Realizing one’s full potential is a journey. Since 1982, Center for Talent Development (CTD), part of Northwestern’s School of Education and Social Policy, has provided comprehensive programs and services that guide and encourage students on that journey. CTD helps young people find their individualized strengths and interests, while creating their unique talent development path. At CTD, students learn more than content and academic skills. Our students: Create lasting relationships with peers and mentors Generate attitudes and skills that promote lifelong learning Learn and grow from setbacks and disappointments Turn interests into career explorations Turn career explorations into future goals and achievements Have a lot of fun See What Makes CTD Special Grade Levels Programs and Courses Designed For Every Age Group Students at different ages learn in different ways, have different needs, and have different goals. They need programs that are designed to help them advance in ways that fit their stage of development and family situation. Find the right program for now or think ahead to plan your next steps: Pre K-Grade 2 Programs to identify interests and emerging talents. A journey of discovery and enrichment. Grades 3-8 Programs to build knowledge and develop skills in emerging talent areas. Opportunities to accelerate and deepen talent development. Grades 9-12 Programs to transform talent into expertise and learn practical skills to prepare for college, career, and life. Tools to chart a course for the future. Program Types There’s No One Right Time (or way) To Learn. Students have a lot of responsibilities throughout the year (and so do families). We’ve designed our programs to fit in every season, adapt to competing schedules, and address multiple interests and goals. View all our program options. Summer Programs A wide range of residential, day, and online options. Online Programs Advance your child’s talents at the best time and from anywhere. Weekend Programs Single and multi-weekend programs that extend and deepen learning. Leadership & Service-Learning Programs to develop the knowledge, experience, and leadership skills students need to make a positive impact on the world.Assessment to guide talent development Understand Your Abilities. Find Your Strengths. Chart Your Own Path. Not every student knows their strengths or the level and pace at which they are ready to learn new content and skills. CTD can help. Since its inception, CTD has utilized above-grade-level testing as one way to identify academic ability, measure growth, and connect academically advanced students with resources and educational opportunities, including gifted education services, advanced academic programs, and academic acceleration. CTD can provide: Grade-Level assessment (Age 4 - Grade 3) Above-Grade-Level assessment (Grades 3 - 9) Talent development pathways consulting Learn More About CTD Assessment for Talent DevelopmentServices for Educators and Schools At CTD, Educators Develop Their Talents too and Schools Create the Best Programs Possible Evidence-based practices and continuous improvement in education, particularly gifted education, are at the heart of our mission. Our expert staff members work with schools to review and reimagine gifted education programs and services that are equitable, inclusive, and responsive to the diverse needs of students. CTD professional learning teaches educators to identify abilities and learning needs and to provide more personalized enriched and accelerated instruction. Customized courses bring CTD’s enrichment and accelerated coursework into classrooms. Explore All Educator and School Services Find the Right Course for You Dozens of subjects. Hundreds of courses. 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