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Arkansas Governor鈥檚 School (AGS) is a residential summer program for gifted and talented students who are rising high school seniors and residents of Arkansas. Interested students should contact their school counselor or gifted and talented coordinator to learn about the nomination and application process.

Students must be officially nominated by their high school before applying. Home-schooled students may apply with a parent nomination. Once nominated, students receive an invitation to apply. Applications from nominated students are reviewed by a State Selection Committee appointed by the Arkansas Department of Education, which selects 400 students to attend each summer.

Students have one opportunity鈥攄uring their junior year鈥攖o be nominated, apply, and, if selected, attend AGS the summer before their senior year. Schools may only nominate students who will return for their senior year; students graduating before AGS are not eligible.

There is no charge for tuition, room, board, meals, or classroom materials. Participants are only responsible for transporation to and from AGS and for any personal expenses such as snacks, amazon or grocery orders, etc. Students CAN attend AGS 100% free if they so choose.  There is no charge for use of any of the recreational facilities, libraries, or attendance at special events. 

We ask all students to dress appropriately and use good judgment during the summer program. Clothing should be comfortable, modest, and suitable for an academic and community living environment. Examples of inappropriate clothing include, but are not limited to, short-shorts, boxer shorts, pajama pants, bare midriffs, halter tops, spaghetti straps, strapless tops, or shirts with offensive or inappropriate text or graphics. Shoes must be worn at all times outside residence halls for safety reasons. Students may be asked to change if their clothing or footwear is deemed unsuitable by a Resident Assistant, Resident Director, or other staff member.

For recreational activities, bring clothing and shoes that can get dirty or wet. Gym attire should be appropriate for a workout environment, and students who plan to use the gym are encouraged to pack suitable workout clothes and athletic shoes. Students also have the opportunity to swim, so modest swimwear may be brought.

Students enjoy access to the Student Union, campus library, computer lab, gym, and a variety of recreational facilities. The AGS Camp Office offers an assortment of board games and activities, and students can also enjoy pickleball, volleyball, basketball, and tennis upon request. Swimming opportunities are available during select recreation times.

Afternoons and evenings are filled with opportunities to connect and explore through organized games, activities, performances, movies, informative and inspirational lectures, and discussion groups.

You will receive your first weekly calendar of events the night you arrive to AGS. Subsequent weekly calendars will be distributed on preceding Sunday nights during the session. Residence Halls will receive paper copies and a digital copy will be posted to the AGS website. 

Every student attends classes in their concentration (Area I) twice a day Monday through Friday. Students also attend daily classes in General Conceptual Development (Area II) or Personal and Social Development (Area III). Several times a week there will be a required speaker or film. Optional activities, during the afternoon and evenings. include Q&A sessions with guest speakers,recreational activites, games, social mixers, lectures, open mic nights, karoke, and many other fun activities. Students must return to their residence halls by 10:00 p.m.

Students are housed in single-gender residence halls on the campus of Arkansas Tech University. Roommates are assigned at random, and roommate requests are not accepted. Housing arrangements are intentionally designed to help AGS students meet new people and experience college residential life in a supportive community. Resident Assistants and Resident Directors live in the residence halls and are available to provide guidance, support, and supervision throughout the program.

AGS Leave Policy 

Students are not permitted to leave campus without prior approval from the AGS Director, which is granted only for significant events. For details about temporary leaves, please refer to the AGS Leave Policy.

For safety and security reasons, students may leave campus only when officially checked out during Sunday leave hours. Sunday checkouts are allowed between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and must be completed by a parent or another individual listed on the student鈥檚 pre-approved check-out list.  The name on the approved list must match the individual鈥檚 driver鈥檚 license and no individual under 18 years of age is allowed to pick-up AGS students. 

Students may NOT bring personal vehicles on campus during the program.

You have an opportunity upon application and camp check in to add people to your approved check out list. If you need to add someone after camp starts, your arent or guardian must email a request AGS Business Office (ags@atu.edu)  with the additional name(s) and a copy/scan of the parent's driver's license (to prove it is the parent making the request). The email MUST come from the parents email account. If this is not possible , the parent may call the AGS Business Office during open office hours. Request need to be made a minimum of 24-hours in advance. Request are not accepted on Saturday or Sunday, so please ensure all requests for additions are made by Friday at noon. 

Failure to add approved persons name to checkout list in a timely manner may mean the students is not allowed to leave. 

AGS students are not allowed to bring a vehicle onto campus. 

Students may have pre-approved visitors during scheduled free time when no AGS activities are taking place. All visitors must check in at the AGS Camp Office (BazTech 202) to receive a visitor ID badge. The badge must be worn at all times, and visitors must remain with the student while on campus.

Visitors are allowed only in designated areas and are not permitted in residence halls or student rooms. Visitors may not use campus computers, recreation equipment, or facilities. Before leaving, visitors must return their ID badges and sign out at the residence hall.

While visitors are welcome, frequent visits are discouraged, as they may interfere with the student鈥檚 ability to fully engage in the AGS experience. Visitors who fail to follow these policies may result in disciplinary action for the student, up to and including dismissal from the program.

Please refer to our list of "Items to Bring to AGS."

Computers, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and cell phones are permitted at AGS; however, their use should never interfere with classes, activities, or community meetings. At times, use of these devices may be restricted. Students are expected to follow all directions from AGS staff regarding appropriate times and places for use. Failure to do so may result in confiscation of the device and referral to the Program Director.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided at no cost to students each day AGS is in session through the campus cafeteria. Alternate meal options are available for purchase at the BazTech Food Court.

Students with special dietary needs should indicate this on their AGS application. Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary restrictions; however, as the primary dining service is provided through the campus cafeteria, some limitations may apply. Students may bring a mini-fridge to store personal food items if needed or preferred.

Students are not permitted to leave campus for meals unless they have been officially checked out by an approved adult. Grocery and meal deliveries are permitted as long as students follow the delivery guidelines provided at check-in. All deliveries must be brought to the AGS Camp Office in BazTech for pickup.

Medical services are available to all AGS students through the on-campus Health and Wellness Center for routine, non-emergency needs. Students must be accompanied by an AGS staff member, present their ID card, and identify themselves as AGS participants when requesting services. The Health and Wellness Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is closed on weekends.

Students should indicate on their AGS application any medical conditions or health concerns the program should be aware of, as well as any need for accommodations. This information helps ensure appropriate support during the session. Please note that counseling services are not provided through AGS.

For more serious medical issues, parents will be notified and may choose to check their student out to visit an urgent care clinic or personal physician. In the event of an emergency, AGS staff will ensure the student receives immediate medical attention and will contact the parent or guardian right away.

The possession or use of smoking products (including vapes), alcohol, or illegal drugs is strictly prohibited on the 九秀直播 campus. Violation of this policy will result in immediate dismissal from the Arkansas Governor鈥檚 School program.

Laundry facilities are available free of charge in each residence hall. Students are responsible for doing their own laundry and should bring detergent, fabric softener, and hangers as needed. For convenience, students may also want to bring a small laundry basket or bag. AGS is not responsible for lost or stolen items left unattended in the laundry facilities.

No academic credit is awarded for participation in the Arkansas Governor鈥檚 School. The program is designed to provide an enriching academic and personal growth experience beyond the traditional classroom. Upon successful completion, students receive a Certificate of Completion and an AGS Alumni pin, which may be worn with their high school graduation regalia. Participation in AGS is a distinctive honor and a valuable achievement in itself.

If you lose your room key or ID badge, notify your Resident Assistant (RA), Resident Director (RD), or the AGS Office (BazTech 202) to request a replacement. Please note that a replacement fee will be charged for any lost items.