Residential staff members are trained in the special social and affective needs of the gifted student. In addition to more traditional methods, such as lecture and discussion, instructors use hands-on methods of learning that promote active participation and higher order thinking. Such hands-on strategies include debates, construction of models or plans, simulations, legal briefs, dramatic performances, and other demonstrations or projects. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet-style. Dinner is family-style.
Students sit with their counselor group at dinner.
Outdoor dinner picnics are held twice a week. Students may wear shorts, t-shirts, or other casual clothes that are neat, clean, and appropriate. Shoes are required at meals, classes, programs, etc. Students may participate in swimming, tennis, baseball, basketball, floor hockey, volleyball, chess, music practice, or just visit with friends. Students may choose a different activity each day.