Discover How CTD Nurtures Academic Potential
Virtual Preview Day (Free Webinar) about Programs for Students Age 4 - Grade 12, their Families and Educators
Join the Center for Talent Development (CTD) for a Virtual Preview Day designed for parents and educators who want to better understand how academically talented students thrive when learning is both challenging and supportive.
Event Details
📍 Online
📅 Thursday, February 19, 2026
⏰ 7:00–8:30 p.m. CST
During this interactive webinar, you’ll learn how CTD’s research-based approach helps students PreK through grade 12 develop their talents, confidence, and love of learning. Hear directly from CTD instructors and staff as they share what sets our programs, and our learning community, apart.
You’ll learn about
- CTD’s philosophy of talent development and whole-child learning
- Online and in-person enrichment and accelerated academic programs
- How our classes are designed to balance challenge and support
- What students experience in CTD classrooms—straight from our educators
We're also excited to highlight
- Spring: Online courses and above-grade-level assessments are enrolling
- Summer: Our PreK - 5 site at South Loop School in Chicago, new Leadership & Service-Learning offerings for K - grade 12, and a collaboration with Nexcellence Institute that focuses on research skills
Whether you’re just beginning to explore opportunities for advanced academic challenge or want a deeper understanding of how CTD works, this Preview Day is an ideal place to start. You’ll have time to ask questions, connect with our team, and see how CTD helps students reach their full potential.
✅ This event is free, but registration is required.
We encourage you to share this invitation with friends, colleagues, or families who may be interested.
Registered participants will receive a Zoom link approximately 3-5 days before the event.
Questions? Contact us at ctd-marcomm@northwestern.edu.
We look forward to welcoming you to CTD!
Cost: Free