About Us

Project SEEK is a summer enrichment program for high-potential and talented students students grades 1-7 who have been recommended by their school. It is held at North Branch Area Middle School for three weeks in June, with bussing provided from other districts.

The goal of the program is to provides a space for students to come together, think, work, and create in courses designed just for them. The program features activity-oriented classes that offer in-depth explorations in a number of interdisciplinary areas. Each class is limited to around 15 students, thus keeping student/teacher ratios low for a more conducive learning experience.

Amy Chatt, Program Coordinator

Mary Felix, Program Support

Requirements to attend Project SEEK:

Student has completed grades 1-7 (by June) in either Chisago Lakes, East Central, Hinckley-Finlayson, North Branch, Pine City, or Rush City.
Student is recommended for SEEK by their school district (typically their classroom teacher makes the recommendation).
Student has completed the grade level appropriate to their SEEK course. Most SEEK courses require a high reading and math skill level.
Student commits to attending all days of the program. Sick days happen, of course, but avoid planning vacations etc. during the program.

Characteristics of a student who attends:

Demonstrates excellent behavior and self-discipline.
Is successful at independently interacting with peers in a group setting.
High degree of motivation in topic area.
Desire and drive to complete projects.
Willingly becomes involved.
Enjoys intense study and challenges.

Instructors

The instructors for Project SEEK have been carefully selected to ensure a quality experience for the students. Applicants were required to submit a course design and were recommended by representatives from our school districts.

Device Use/Screen Time

If you are sending your child to Project SEEK with a smart phone/tablet/digital device, please advise:

Use of personally owned digital devices in the classroom will be at the discretion of the classroom teacher.
Project SEEK will not be held responsible for any physical damage, loss, or theft of a personally owned digital device.
Students may be permitted personal use of devices during non-class periods.
Unless otherwise specified, device ringers and audio must be muted.

Absences

If your child becomes ill or cannot attend SEEK for any reason, please contact us immediately to report:

pseek@scred.k12.mn.us
(651) 303-5029 (June only)

You will not be reimbursed for missed days for any reason, including emergencies.

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