The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY) offers day and residential academic programs where students in grades 2-12 can experience three weeks of rigorous coursework, unique courses they might not find in school, and a fun and engaging peer community of advanced learners from around the world. Students can explore humanities, math, science, bioethics, engineering, public health and more while participating in social activities and traditions like dances, themed days and talent shows.
“While it might be a specific course or area of academic interest that brings someone to CTY, I’ve heard from parents, students and alumni that what they find most memorable are the friendships they form with other CTYers,” says Amy Lynne Shelton, PhD, CTY’s executive director. “Whether students bond over forensics or Fortnite, in the classroom or in the residence hall, or during dances and games of Foursquare, they find their people at CTY.”
Serving students for more than 45 years, CTY provides a holistic learning experience that emphasizes intellectual and personal growth. Courses focus on facilitated learning instead of lecturestyle instruction, as instructors engage alongside students as fellow learners. All of CTY’s programs are about having the time and freedom outside of school to explore interests and discover new passions, from anatomy and zoology to Arduino prototyping and advanced math.
“At CTY, students sequence DNA and tackle tough philosophical topics. They engage in lively discussions and handson opportunities to discover, question and create,” she says. “And they do it all surrounded by peers and instructors who share and support their sense of curiosity and love of learning.”
McAuley Hall, 5801 Smith Ave., Ste. 400, Baltimore, MD
410-735-6277
cty.jhu.edu
