This article introduces the Special Class for the Gifted Young (SCGY), an early college entrance program in mathematics and science in China, which has been a focus for media coverage and public discussion of accelerated education in China. We first describe the admission policy and academic programming of SCGY and delineate its distinct features.…

The Georgia Governor's Honor Program invites 400 gifted high school students each year to participate in a six-week summer residential program. The program's purpose is to offer students challenging educational opportunities not available during the regular school year. Program objectives include assembling an instructional staff with unique…

Four articles address school programs for gifted students. Topics covered include a curriculum based on the Structure of Intellect model, a realistic program for gifted students; an Illinois program entitled "Project Impact"; and Saturday seminars for students in the Catskill area. (SB)

Four successful Connecticut projects which nurtured the special abilities of gifted learning-disabled children are summarized. Case studies illustrate components of the programs crucial to their success. These components include development of alternate modes for thinking and communicating; unique identification strategies; highly motivating…

The article describes the gifted education programs offered at Kent State University (OH), which include five degree programs from the bachelor through the doctoral levels. (PHR)