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Dorie is in heaven at the National Academy for Gifted Youth's science program, until she realizes she no longer rules the lab: Igor Ellis does. Eager to prove her science skills, Dorie is conducting a new social experiment. With assistance from her fabulous and fashionable best friend, Dixie, she's about to take Igor from geek to chic.

Provides descriptions of over five hundred summer programs for high school students, grouped in a wide range of categories including academics, overseas study, community service, outdoor adventure and travel, sports, arts, and leadership.

Presents information on hundreds of child and teen summer programs in the U.S. and around the world and in-depth profiles of nearly two hundred, covering their offerings, schedules, facilities, costs, financial aid, and application processes; includes programs in such areas as art, sports, academics, travel, and wilderness adventure as well as general summer camps.