Super Saturdays
Registration for Super Saturdays is open!
Looking for something exciting and educational to do on a Saturday this school year? Join us on campus or online for one of our amazing Super Saturdays! Students in grades 1-12 can make new friends while growing their skills and knowledge in Saturday classes hosted by Baylor TIP! All gifted students are welcome to enroll.
Course information can be found below.
Click here to register for February in-person classes at Baylor University in Waco, Texas.
Date and Time
February 3, 2024
Registration closes January 20!
Class Times - Students will be in one class from 8:30-2:30 for this special event.
Would you like an admissions tour of the campus while you are here? Sign up for a special tour for February 3rd by clicking here now!
Cost
$100 per course, includes lunch
Families who register for the GT Parent Conference at Baylor on the same day will receive a discount code for $25 off the course cost when they complete their registration for the conference.
Need-based financial aid is available. Please email BaylorTIP@baylor.edu for an application.
February 3, 2024
Grades 1-3
Creative Problem Solving
Innovation is critical to the success of any enterprise. Learn about the creative problem-solving process and strengthen your own skills as you seek to find innovative solutions to problems across a variety of disciplines.
Grades 4-5
Math in Nature
Learn about the Fibonacci Sequence and how it is expressed throughout nature in fractals and the Golden Spiral. As part of this class, you will create your own fractal representations in both 2D and 3D.
Unearthing the Past: An Archaeological Adventure
Step into the shoes of archaeologists and explore fascinating new worlds in this engaging and hands-on class. Through interactive activities and discussions, you will discover how archaeologists uncover clues about the past, piece together ancient puzzles, and gain a deeper understanding of human history.
Grades 6-7
Color and Watercolor
Create original artworks through the application of multiple watercolor techniques. Together, we will experiment with color theory, and you will emerge with a better understanding of how watercolor artworks can be both vibrant and exciting.
The Future of Artificial Intelligence
Science fiction often becomes science fact. Artificial Intelligence has been predicted in literature and film as far back as 1926 and has become a part of our present reality. What kind of reality is it? Do we have a chance to shape it, or is the future inevitable? Let’s explore together the opportunities we have to imagine and predict the future of A.I. We will imagine the future together, and who knows, maybe you will even start on a path to making it come true!
Grades 8-12
A Scientist’s Guide to Talking to the Public: Introduction to Science Communication
Science communication or sci-comm refers to how we transmit ideas, methods, knowledge, and research to non-expert audiences in an accessible and understandable way. Engaging an audience, building a relationship and trust with them, and telling good stories can sometimes go so much further than just facts can. In order to do this, science communicators have to draw on multiple disciplines, from the social sciences to the humanities to the sciences to the arts. This course will help you begin your journey as a science communicator by introducing you to the field’s fundamental principles and methods. As you examine real-world examples of sci-comm in a variety of fields, you’ll learn how these pieces of media employ rhetorical tools to engage their ideal audiences, and you will utilize that knowledge to produce your own sci-comm proposal.
UIL Math
Sharpen your mathematical skills for Academic UIL competitions! Dive deep into the intricacies of math competitions as we unravel invaluable strategies, insider tips, and engaging activities designed to elevate your performance. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a budding enthusiast, this course promises to make math competitions a thrilling challenge. Discover the joy of learning while honing your skills in a fun and supportive environment. Elevate your performance and embrace the thrill of academic competition with us!