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How many students will attend?
Sixty to 90.
   
When is the Summer Institute?
The Summer Institute is July 9, to August 5, 2006.
   
Are students required to stay on campus in the residence halls?
Yes.
   
What about supervision?
Students will be supervised by one counselor or residential assistant for each 15 students, day and night. There will also be a day time nurse and a night time EMT in residence.
   
What other activities are offered?
Many fun evening and weekend activities are planned, such as movies, special tutoring sessions and weekend field trips to nearby Deep Creek Lake and other hot spots in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
   
Do you really pay the students?
Yes. Upon completion, each 7th through 9th grader will receive $200 and each 10th through 12th grader will receive $400.
   
What is the curriculum study all about?
Garrett College is spearheading an effort to offer inquiry-based teaching tools to select districts, with eventual expansion statewide. The Summer Institute will be professional evaluated to ensure measurable effectiveness. Educators at Garrett College are excited about this opportunity.
   
How will I know if I am accepted?
Students will be notified by mail with acceptance information by May 31, 2006.
   
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