Summer Scholars Program

Horry County Schools’ Summer Scholars program is a special experience that provides academic enrichment opportunities for gifted and talented students in grades 3-11. Summer Scholars recognizes the importance of allowing gifted and talented students the opportunity for critical thinking and learning through creative exploration.

Dates and Registration

June 16-19, 2025 (Morning Sessions: 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM)
June 23-26, 2025 (Afternoon Sessions: 12:30 to 4:00 PM)

Online Registration will be open between March 31 and May 9, 2025

Course Listings will be posted soon.

Summer Scholars Information

Registration Deadlines

The deadline for online registration is 11:59 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2025. Payment or notification of benefits letter (scholarship invoice) is due to the district office no later than Monday, May 9, 2025. Registration will not be complete and students will not be registered if payment is not received by Monday, May 9, 2025.

Once your online application is submitted, you will be directed to an invoice page to print out and mail in with your payment. Registration is not complete until the full payment is received. For those requesting a scholarship, a current letter of benefits must be included with your invoice and can be emailed to Wendy Bernstein at wbernstein@horrycountyschools.net. Refunds will not be issued after Monday, May 9, 2025.

Location

Pricing and Scholarships

Pricing

1 class - $125
2 classes - $225
3 classes - $325
4 classes - $425

*Specialized classes require an additional $10 for each class

*Summer Scholars t-shirts are available for purchase at $12 each. T-shirts will be preordered and available on the first day of the student's session.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for Horry County Schools students who are in a Gifted and Talented Classroom AND who are eligible for free or reduced lunch. Please submit the current “Notification of Benefits” letter along with the application in order to qualify.
If you cannot locate your approval letter, please contact the Food Services Department at (843) 488-6925 for assistance.
Specialized class fees and t-shirts are not included in the scholarship and will need to be paid for by the parents.

Refunds

If you have questions or concerns regarding your application, please contact Wendy Bernstein at wbernstein@horrycountyschools.net or call (843) 488-6845.

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