What student decision-making means for grades, effort level, and enjoyment of the program Have you ever wondered what ATDP does with the end-of-summer surveys? We use the data for several purposes. Primarily, participants’ responses inform us about students’ satisfaction with their courses and instructors. They also help us learn how we can improve the program for […]
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SD Final Evaluations
Secondary Division students should receive their final evaluations in the mail soon! Be sure to authorize ATDP by Sept. 8 if you want us to send an official copy to your school.
Read More →From the Counselor: Reflection on Failure
By: Christine Gerchow, PhD In his book, “Failing Forward,” John Maxwell argues that successful people take a specific approach to failure. They tend to take responsibility, learn from mistakes, understand that failure is part of the learning process, and continue to take risks and persevere. Maxwell calls this approach “failing forward.” At ATDP, students who […]
Read More →Elementary Division Orientation Day: Saturday, July 11
The Elementary Division Orientation Day is coming! Meet your teachers, learn more about program procedures, and familiarize yourself with our program site at Washington School in Point Richmond.
Read More →Secondary Division Welcome & Student Orientation: June 7
Secondary Division’s orientation for students and families is Sunday, June 7. Attend the 9:00 am or 11:00 am session to meet your instructor, ask questions, and get to know the UC Berkeley campus.
Read More →ED Placement Decisions Released
All Elementary Division applicants who applied by the postmark deadline have had their placement decisions put in the mail on Friday, April 24! View details in your online account.
Read More →SD Explorations available!
Take a look at our exciting Explorations offerings, an optional addition available to any enrolled Secondary Division student!
Read More →ATDP Office Closed Fri., March 27
The ATDP office will be closed on Friday, March 27, a UC Berkeley administrative holiday. We’ll reopen on Monday, March 30.
Read More →2015 Program T-shirts
ATDP is proud to offer its third annual program t-shirt to each attending student. The 2015 design is still subject to change, but we’re planning on a vintage look on blue (see right). Students should select their desired size on their Notification of Attendance or Withdrawal form before submitting it with their tuition payment. Families […]
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