COMPETITION CLUBS & TEAMS

There's more to competition than winning. It's about discovering what you can accomplish along the way.

At Gifted & Talented, we believe some of the most meaningful learning happens when students are encouraged to challenge themselves, think creatively, and solve problems—whether independently or as part of a team.

Whether preparing for an individual competition or working collaboratively toward a shared goal, students develop critical thinking, creativity, perseverance, and valuable skills that extend far beyond the competition itself.

Explore our competition opportunities below!

Registration is available for select programs, with additional opportunities being developed based on student interests and family feedback.

Math Kangaroo USA

Turn Math Into a Brain Sport! 🦘

Math Kangaroo Club takes mathematics beyond traditional worksheets through engaging logic challenges, visual-spatial reasoning, number puzzles, geometry, patterns, and contest-style problem solving.

During weekly 60-minute sessions, students learn to approach unfamiliar problems creatively, test different strategies, explain their reasoning, and build confidence tackling increasingly complex mathematical challenges. Activities may include logic sprints, team whiteboard relays, hands-on problem solving, spatial puzzles, and Math Kangaroo-style questions.

Designed for students in Grades 1–5, activities provide developmentally appropriate challenges while also helping interested students prepare for the 2027 Math Kangaroo USA Competition.

Schedule Options:

Math Kangaroo Club | Grades 1–3
Saturdays, November 7th, 2026 – March 13, 2027
10:00–11:00 AM
16 sessions

Math Kangaroo Club | Grades 4–5 | After School
Wednesdays, November 4th, 2026 – March 10, 2027
5:15–6:15 PM
16 sessions

Holiday Breaks: No club Thanksgiving week or during the two-week Winter Break.

Tuition | 16 Sessions

Paid in Full: $480

Monthly Payment Plan: $515 total
→ 5 monthly payments of $103

Active Annual Family Membership: $432 paid in full (10% off)

Late Enrollment: Students may join after the series begins for $30 per remaining session, subject to availability.

Step Up For Students

Eligible scholarship funds may be available for qualifying G&T programs. Coverage varies by scholarship and is subject to Step Up For Students guidelines and available funds.

2027 Math Kangaroo USA Competition

The Math Kangaroo USA Competition will be held Thursday, March 18, 2027.

Competition registration is separate from club tuition. Families wishing to participate will complete the official competition registration and pay the applicable competition fee separately.

SeaPerch Competitive Robotics Club

Build It. Wire It. Dive It. Take the Plunge into Underwater Robotics! 🌊🤖

SeaPerch is an internationally recognized underwater robotics program that challenges students to design, build, test, and pilot their own Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs).

Students won’t simply snap together a pre-made robot. Teams will work through the engineering process from the ground up—measuring and cutting PVC for their ROV chassis, working with electrical components and control systems, waterproofing motors to create thrusters, and testing and refining their designs throughout the season.

Students will work in teams of three and take on different roles throughout the program as they develop skills in engineering, problem-solving, technical documentation, teamwork, and competition strategy.

Program Length: 14 Weeks
Dates: December 5, 2026 – April 3, 2027
Meets: Saturdays
Class Length: 2.5 Hours
Pay-in-Full Tuition: $700
Family Membership Tuition: $630 with eligible 10% membership discount when paid in full
Payment Plan: $750 total — 5 monthly payments of $150
Enrollment: Open

No Class: December 26, January 2, March 13, or March 20

Grades 5–8

Saturdays | 10:00 AM–12:30 PM

Students will work in teams of three to design, construct, wire, test, and pilot an underwater ROV while exploring:

• Engineering and the design process
• Underwater robotics
• Electrical systems and circuitry
• Buoyancy and ballast
• Propulsion and thruster placement
• Hydrodynamics and maneuverability
• Testing and troubleshooting
• Technical documentation
• Teamwork and communication
• Competition strategy

Throughout the season, teams will continually test and refine their ROVs as they prepare for the regional SeaPerch competition.

Regional competition details, including the official date and location, will be shared with enrolled families once the 2027 regional schedule is confirmed.

Ready to enroll?

Join us for a season of building, engineering, teamwork, and underwater robotics!

SeaPerch is a fixed-term competitive program. Enrollment is for the complete 14-week season. Space is limited, and students will work in teams of three. The monthly payment option is an installment plan for the full program tuition and does not create month-to-month enrollment.

Upcoming Opportunities & Interest Lists

Coming Soon

We're working to bring more individual and team-based competitions to Gifted & Talented, with new programs being developed based on student interests and family feedback.

Interested in something you see below?

Join an interest list to let us know! Your feedback helps us determine which programs to offer and identify days and times that work best for families.

We'll keep interested families updated as programs are developed, teams are formed, and registration becomes available.

Odyssey of the Mind Team

Creative Thinking. Teamwork. Big Ideas.

Odyssey of the Mind gives students the opportunity to tackle imaginative, open-ended challenges that blend engineering, design, storytelling, performance, problem-solving, and creative thinking.

Working as part of a team, students brainstorm original solutions, build and test ideas, make decisions collaboratively, and learn to approach challenges from multiple perspectives. The experience encourages students to take creative risks, develop perseverance, strengthen communication skills, and turn their ideas into something uniquely their own.

Now Forming Teams!

Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problem-solving competition where students work together throughout the season to solve a long-term challenge, develop an original solution, and prepare for regional competition.

Teams will open once a minimum of 5 students enroll. Space is limited to 7 students per team.

Evening Team

Tuesdays | 5:15–6:45 PM
Grades 3–5

Team begins once 5 students are enrolled.

Interested in Saturdays?

We are also gathering interest for a possible Saturday afternoon team.

Reserve your spot now! There is no charge to join the team formation list.

Once your selected team reaches the 5-student minimum, we will contact you with enrollment information and the official start date.

Interested in joining a team? Our waitlist helps us identify compatible team members and determine the days and times that work best for interested families.

RESERVE A TEAM SPOT

The Gambit Guild:
Chess & Strategic Logic

Where Strategic Thinkers Master the Art of the Game

The Gambit Guild is an engaging chess and strategic-logic program designed to challenge students through problem-solving, pattern recognition, analytical thinking, and strategic decision-making. Through guided instruction, tactical puzzles, structured game play, and friendly competition, students strengthen both their chess skills and the thinking habits that extend far beyond the board.

Separate Pawn Level (Beginner) and Knight Level (Intermediate) sessions allow students to learn at an appropriate pace based on their familiarity and experience with chess. The series also incorporates opportunities to apply strategy, build confidence, practice sportsmanship, and experience structured competitive play.

Pawn Level — Beginner

Designed for students who are new to chess or developing confidence with piece movement, rules, basic tactics, strategy, and game play.

Knight Level — Intermediate

Designed for students who already understand chess rules and basic game play and are ready to strengthen tactics, calculation, strategic planning, and competitive skills.

Step Up For Students: Eligible scholarship funds may be available for qualifying G&T programs. Coverage varies by scholarship and is subject to Step Up For Students guidelines and available funds.

Join the Interest List

Don't See a Competition Club That Interests Your Child?

We're always exploring new opportunities based on student interests and family feedback!

If your child is interested in a competition, club, or academic challenge that isn't currently listed, we'd love to hear from you. Complete our interest form below to share what your child would enjoy and help us shape future offerings at Gifted & Talented.

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