2009 Showcase
Our 2009 Showcase was held on March 25th, 2009 at Sunset Lakes Elementary in Miramar, FL. The purpose of the Showcase is to introduce parents of gifted and non-gifted children attending Broward County Public Schools, to alternative and additional activities available after school and during the summer for their enrichment. Are you interested in offering products or services to our Broward Children Students? Please see the
invitation for more details.
2009 Showcase Participants
Conservatory Prep Senior High in Davie, FL was developed for the creative, gifted learner. http://conservatoryprep.org/
Fort Lauderdale Children's Theatre
Since 1952, the FLCT is a not-for-profit organization that provides cultural and educational opportunities for children, ages 3 - 18. Through year-round classes, camps, productions and outreach programs, FLCT gives children the chance to develop creativity, problem solving skills and self-esteem. http://flct.org
Fun IQ Toys Inc.
Fun, Unique, Educational Toys for the Discovery and Development of Multiple Talents: Word Smarts, Logic Smarts, Spatial Smarts, Science Smarts, Music Smarts, Body Smarts, Self Smarts, and People Smarts!
Also featuring a great collection of Smart Toys for Girls, and Mensa-Select Games. http://www.FunIQToys.com
IMACS is an independent teaching and educational research institute headquartered in Florida. In addition to full-time curriculum development and publishing divisions, IMACS operates teaching facilities for above average school students. http://www.imacs.org
The Mind Lab Group was founded in 1994. Its activities are centered around the Mind Lab method, a unique approach for the development and training of thinking abilities and life skills through thinking games. http://mindlabsf.com/
The mission of the Museum of Discovery and Science is to provide experiential pathways to lifelong learning in science for children and adults through exhibits, programs and films. http://www.mods.org/
Wacky Wild Science Adventures. O
ur mission is to provide free information and sell affordable products that promote education and fascination with natures most abundant and interesting creatures… bugs. http://www.coolbugstuff.com/
Sabre Outreach Nerwork. Why Fencing? Fencing is an elegant, prestigious and traditional sport reflecting qualities important to people who seek a challenge to both body and mind using a blend of patience, determination, discipline and competitiveness. http://sabreoutreachnetwork.org/default.aspx
Musicmakers is committed in delivering to you and your child the highest quality of music instruction in a friendly and family oriented atmosphere. Musicmakers Teacher Staff is carefully selected by a minimum of a BA degree in their teaching field and background checked.
http://usmusicmakers.com/
The ALOHA Mental Arithmetic is an after school program designed and structured by a panel of experts from the field of Mathematics. The program is imparted by certified and qualified teachers who aim to provide a fun filled and interactive learning environment. http://www.aloha-usa.com/
Camp Live Oak offers an outdoor, environmental, hands-on, daily experience for your child, unique to Florida's history, culture and environment.
We've provided camping for children in Fort Lauderdale and North Miami during the winter, spring, and summer programs. http://www.campliveoakfl.com/
The Studio is a high-end dance center in Davie, Florida. Owned by South Florida’s local celebrities, Trisia Brown and Ariann Denison. www.thestudiodance.com
Bright & Smart - The newest adventure in robotics that amazes kids and parents alike! Bright & Smart welcomes all future engineers and scientists, 7 to 12 years old, in both, its summer camps and enrichment classes where children learn robot assembly and programming in a fun-filled experience that fosters teamwork, creative & critical thinking and problem solving. http://www.brightandsmart.com.
The Kids Ecology Corps The Kids Ecology Corps is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization whose mission is to inspire young people to make environmental action part of their everyday lives and in the lives of those around them. http://www.kidsecologycorps.org/
3D Learner
Many gifted children learn best when they see and experience information, We call these students bright right-brained learners. These bright right-brained learners may also have
auditory processing, visual processing, processing speed, working memory, attention and/or anxiety challenges. 3D Learner identifies and addresses your child's gifts and challenges, and then can tailor a program to meet your child's needs. For more information go to 3D Learner and Your Bright Right-Brained Learner.
Boy Scouts. The purpose of the Boy Scouts of America is to provide for boys and young adults an effective program designed to build desirable qualities of character, to train them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and to develop in them personal fitness. http://www.sfcbsa.org
The Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center, the largest library building in the state of Florida. The Alvin Sherman Library is a unique joint-use facility serving the residents of Broward County as well as Nova Southeastern University students, faculty, and staff members. Thanks to an agreement between the Broward County Board of County Commissioners and NSU, the Alvin Sherman Library offers traditional public library services as well as the full academic resources of one of the nation's major independent universities. http://www.nova.edu/library/main/
Mad Science offers a large selection of after-school, preschool, summer and vacation programs, workshops, special events and birthday parties. From entertaining educational programs to educational entertainment, Mad Science sparks imaginative learning. http://www.madscience.org/locations/southflorida/
Florida Virtual School is fully accredited by two major agencies: The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and The Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation. Founded in 1997 as a grant-based project between two Florida school districts, FLVS began with just 77 enrollments, a dream, and a group of educators brave enough to try online learning. As of 2009 FVS is now delivering coursework K-12 for all subjects and many electives at no cost to you. www.flvs.net.
Whole Hearted Parenting provides parents with loving skills to build deeper relationships with their children and to increase their effectiveness in raising children who grow into responsible, productive and happy adults. We provide teachers with classroom management skills that build a connected school family where children belong and can maximize their learning potential.
http://www.wholeheartedparenting.com/index.html