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SWD GHP Presentation
SWD GHP Presentation
What is GHP?
Governor's Honors Program (GHP) is a FREE four-week, summer residential program hosted by Georgia Southern designed for intellectually gifted and artistically talented high school sophomores and juniors.
The program offers challenging and enriching educational opportunities not usually available during the regular school year. Activities provide each participant with opportunities to acquire the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to become independent, leaders and life-long learners.
When?
When?
June 14, 2026– July 11, 2026
Students attend classes in the mornings and afternoons in specific areas of study, and they participate in a wide variety of social and instructional opportunities every evening.
Where?
Where?
Georgia Southern in Statesboro, GA
GHP is a residential educational experience on a college or university campus.
How much?
How much?
FULLY FUNDED
This fully funded opportunity includes the month of classes, books, room, board, and entertainment.
Required and expected costs to the students being
travel expenses
a few basic supplies for classes
dorm rooms necessities
spending money as desired during the program.
DCSD GHP Timeline
Thursday 10/2/25
Student Application and Teacher Nomination Due
10/20/25- 11/3/25
DCSD Student Interviews
Qualifications
Qualifications
Be a current sophomore or junior
Receive a nomination/recommendation from a subject area teacher
Have demonstrated high aptitude and high interest in the area of nomination
Commit to the application, interview, and selection process
Commit to participation in the entire program
Qualities of a GHP Student
Qualities of a GHP Student
The ideal GHP student is…
Passionate about their area of study
Inquisitive
Ready to think and learn rapidly
Capable of interacting respectfully, cooperatively, and appropriately with their peers, instructors, and others
Exhibit the social and emotional maturity necessary to function in intensive classroom and residential settings
Nomination Areas
Nomination Areas
Agricultural Research, Biotechnology, and Science
English Language Arts
Dance
Visual Arts
World Language*
Engineering*
Mathematics
Music*
Science*
Social Studies
Theater Performance
GHP Course Descriptions and Selection Criteria
GHP 2025 Course Descriptions and Selection Criteria.pdfWorld Language*
World Language*
Includes: Chinese, French, German, Latin, and Spanish
Engineering*
Engineering*
Computer Programming, Mechanical Design, Mechanical & Electrical
Music*
Music*
Brass: Euphonium, French Horn, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba
Jazz: Electric or Acoustic Bass, Drums, Guitar, Piano, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Vibraphone
Percussion
Piano
Strings: Cello, String Bass, Viola, Violin
Voice: Bass/Alto, Treble, Tenor/Soprano
Woodwind: Bassoon, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Saxophone
Science*
Science*
Biology/Environmental Science
Chemistry
Physics
Student Application
Student Application
Use the button below to complete the application for GHP. Please submit only ONE form. You can read the form beforehand.
The essay/short answer questions are listed below so they can be prepared before completing the form. Please download an unofficial transcript from Infinite Campus to submit
-Why should you be selected as a district-level nominee? Include accomplishments and post-secondary aspirations.
-List honors, awards, and recognitions. Include accomplishments, awards, and honors in the area of nomination.
-List honors, awards, and recognitions won by the student in areas other than the area of nomination. Please be specific.
-List your extracurricular activities.
** Before submitting Let your parent, nominating teacher, and /or, Ms. Handy read over your essay responses.
Teacher Nomination
Teacher Nomination
Teachers, thank you for taking your time to nominate and recommend students to GHP.
Use the button below to complete the teacher nomination form. PLEASE COMPLETE ONE FORM PER STUDENT.
The essay/short answer questions are listed below so you can be prepared before completing the form.
How has this student demonstrated outstanding abilities and achievement in your classroom?
What evidence do you have of the student's attitude toward independent and self-directed learning beyond the regular classroom experience?
What assurances do you have of the student's personal commitment to study in the area of his or her nomination?
You will use a likert scale (shown below) to evaluate the following areas:
Intellectual curiosity, Independence of thought, Originality of ideas, Ability to manage stressful situations, Creative imagination, Consistency of effort , Attitude to other students, Attitude toward the teacher, and Maturity and emotional stability
Scale: Among superior students, this student is:
4 = Excellent (top 1%)
3 = Very Good (top 20%)
2 = Average (top 50%)
1 = Developing (bottom 50%)
GHP Timeline
GHP Timeline
GHP DSCD Flyer
GHP DSCD Flyer
If you have any questions or concerns, please stop by the counseling office and speak with Ms. Handy
GHP EXEMPLAR DOCUMENTS
GHP EXEMPLAR DOCUMENTS
This section features application components from our most recent 2025 GHP Finalist!
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