Gifted Atlanta

As we get settled into the school year, it’s time to think about enrichment for 2012-13. Here’s a quick round-up of enrichment programs and their registration dates:

• Ben Carson Academy at the Morehouse School of Medicine: Yikes! The registration deadline is tomorrow, Aug. 15
• K.I.D.S. Club at Georgia Tech: Registration will open in early September. Expected program dates for fall 2012 are Nov. 3 and Dec. 1.
• Callanwolde: Registration is ongoing for classes in the visual and performing arts. Classes begin in late August or early September. Mostly offering adult classes, but a few selections for kids and teens.
• Start:Code: Registration is ongoing, as new students can start in these computer programming classes at any time.
• Saturday School at Georgia State: Registering students through Aug. 24 for the Fall A session.

Fall is also the time to establish teams for competitions including Destination ImagiNation, Odyssey of the Mind and FIRST robotics league. For a list of competitive programs, see the Enrichment page on this site. Starting a team may seem daunting, but the volunteers, existing coaches and coordinators are usually more than willing to assist, so if one of these programs sounds like a fit for your child, give it a try.