Destination Imagination
St. Mary's County Public Schools proudly sponsors the Destination Imagination (DI) program for all interested schools and teams. The Destination Imagination challenge program is a fun way to supplement school curriculum and teach kids 21st-century skills. It provides opportunities for kids to work collaboratively, solve problems, and foster their creativity. Click the links below for more information.
- Destination Imagination Overview
- Destination Imagination Challenges
- Destination Imagination Website
- Maryland Destination Imagination Website
CiTY Talent Search
The Center for Talented Youth identifies young people of great academic promise and offers summer programs, online programs/courses, and other services/resources. Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth information can be found by clicking here: Center for Talented Youth.
Md Summer Centers for Gifted and Talented
The Maryland State Department of Education provides summer educational opportunities for gifted and talented students across the state. Programs are available in a variety of areas to include Creative Writing, Global Languages, and Performing Arts. MSDE Gifted and Talented Centers information can be found by clicking here: MSDE Summer Centers.
*Please be advised that the applications for these programs open on or around February 1. The spaces fill quickly. Please check the website periodically if you are interested.
School-Based Enrichment Opportunities
Additional opportunities are available to students. Contact specific school sites for more information. Enrichment opportunities may include the following:
- Lego Robotics or VexIQ
- Chess Clubs
- Drama Productions
- Elementary Mathematics Challenge Competition
- FLES (Foreign Language in the Elementary Schools)
- Hour of Code
- Science Fair
- STEM Academy