SIG at Fairfield University - Elementary
Fairfield, CT
3 Week Program- Commuter Options
- - Graphic Novel Writing Workshop: From Cave Drawings to Comic Books
- - Interactive Robots: Programming Prowess
- - Spark! Electricity & Magnetism
- - Speaking of Winning…What’s Your Point?
- - Unlocking the Genetic Code
- - Broadway Bound Theater Workshop
- - The Mason Jar Science Laboratory
- See All Available Courses
Overview
SIG has been at Fairfield University since 2003 and we're excited to continue our tradition of excellence at this amazing university. The academic, cultural and recreational facilities, along with its exceptional library with connections to many other libraries in the area, provide a wonderful environment for learning and growing. SIG at Fairfield University offers our proprietary STEAM+ curriculum that focuses on applying creative thinking across multiple disciplines to solve real-world problems. Students select courses in science, technology, engineering, arts, math, humanities, and fitness and recreation. Outside of class, students engage in fun activities to build their social and emotional skills.
**All students must be 6 years of age by June 1 for SIG program enrollment.
STEAM+ Courses
![Graphic Novel Writing Workshop: From Cave Drawings to Comic Books]()
Fairfield University ElementaryGraphic Novel Writing Workshop: From Cave Drawings to Comic Books While the modern form of graphic novels has only risen in popularity in recent years, using graphics to communicate was a part of human culture over 40,000 years ago! 3 WeeksOn Campus: Grades 4,52 dates availableDates + Details![Interactive Robots: Programming Prowess]()
Fairfield University ElementaryInteractive Robots: Programming ProwessIn this class you will build your very own robot while you expand your knowledge of computer science. You’ll learn visual and text-based programming languages such as Makecode and JavaScript to instruct and communicate with your robot.3 WeeksOn Campus: Grades 4,52 dates availableDates + Details![Spark! Electricity & Magnetism]()
Fairfield University ElementarySpark! Electricity & MagnetismDo you ever wonder where the force of a magnet comes from, or why an electromagnetic force is created when you rub a balloon on your hair? 3 WeeksOn Campus: Grades 4,52 dates availableDates + Details![Speaking of Winning…What’s Your Point?]()
Fairfield University ElementarySpeaking of Winning…What’s Your Point?Are you tired of losing arguments? Want to know what can help you win an argument? To effectively sell ideas to a target audience you must learn the art of persuasion.3 WeeksOn Campus: Grades 4,52 dates availableDates + Details![Unlocking the Genetic Code]()
Fairfield University ElementaryUnlocking the Genetic Code Do you ever write messages to your friends using symbols only you and they know? How do you create and transmit the rules to “decode” these messages? 3 WeeksOn Campus: Grades 4,52 dates availableDates + Details![Broadway Bound Theater Workshop]()
Fairfield University ElementaryBroadway Bound Theater WorkshopAre you ready to unleash your inner thespian and discover your true calling in the theatrical world? Whether you're the star of the show or a behind-the-scenes mastermind, our theater production class has something for everyone. 3 WeeksOn Campus: Grades 1,2,32 dates availableDates + Details![The Mason Jar Science Laboratory]()
Fairfield University ElementaryThe Mason Jar Science Laboratory Did you know all you need to be a scientist is a jar? Learn how to hypothesize, analyze, and draw conclusions by conducting various scientific experiments in mason jars. 3 WeeksOn Campus: Grades 1,2,32 dates availableDates + Details
Daily Schedule & Sample Schedule
- 8-8:45 amBefore Care
- 8:45 amDrop-Off
- 9-11:30 amPeriod 1 (Half Day PM Drop Off: 11:30 am)
- 11:45am-12:15 pm Lunch
- 12:15-1 pm Socialization & Play (Half Day AM Pick Up: 1 pm)
- 1:15-3:45 pm Period 2
- 4:00 pm Pick-Up
- 4-5:00 pmAfter Care
Dates & Tuition
- Jul 8 - Jul 26 $2,999 3 WeeksFull Day CommuterSee Available Courses
- Jul 8 - Jul 26 $1,999 3 WeeksHalf Day CommuterSee Available Courses
Program Details
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Directions | Location
Fairfield University is located in Fairfield. The closest airports are Bridgeport (BDR) Airport, White Plains (HPN) Airport, Long Island Mac Arthur (ISP) (Airport), New York La Guardia (LGA) (Airport) and New York JFK (JFK) (Airport).
*SIG at Fairfield University is not sponsored by Fairfield University, its faculty, or admissions office.
**All Kindergarten students must be 6 years of age by June 1 for SIG program enrollment.
Note:
Course enrollment is based on completed grades for selected program and not by age level. Please email admissions@giftedstudy.org for any additional questions regarding course enrollment.
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