About LEVEL UP

Rooted in Purpose. Built for Brilliance.

Join the Movement

LEVEL UP is more than a summer program—it’s a growing community of students, educators, and families who believe in expanding the definition of giftedness. We invite you to become a part of this mission by joining our email list, applying to attend, or helping spread the word. Whether you’re a parent, student, educator, or advocate, there’s a place for you here.

• Day 1: IGNITE
  Welcome, self-discovery activities, creative warm-ups, and design lab tours
  Afternoon Session: Exploring Identity & Passion Projects

• Day 2: INQUIRE
  Morning Challenge: Mystery Box STEM Quest
  Workshop: Research + Real-World Problem Solving
  Evening Community Circle

• Day 3: INNOVATE
  Creative Design Lab (Art/Tech/Fashion/Media Tracks)
  Guest Speaker: Young Entrepreneur Panel
  Personal Genius Hour

• Day 4: IMPACT
  Morning Workshop: Advocacy & Voice for the Gifted
  Group Collaboration: Pitch a Solution (Shark Tank Style!)

• Day 5: ILLUMINATE
  Final Presentations & Celebration Showcase
  Parent Lunch & Closing Reflections

 

Meet the Founder: Mi’Kael Reed, M.Ed.

Mi’Kael Reed is an educator, advocate, and creative visionary whose work lives at the intersection of equity, gifted education, and innovation. With over 11 years of teaching experience across three diverse school districts from Tennessee to Georgia, she has consistently centered her instruction on high-level thinking, student voice, and meaningful engagement for gifted and advanced learners—particularly those who have been historically underrepresented.

Mi’Kael’s journey into gifted education began in 2014 when she accepted a position as a “systems” instructor at a summer camp for gifted students. That early experience sparked a lasting passion for designing transformative learning spaces for gifted youth, especially those whose brilliance doesn’t always fit within traditional models.

Now pursuing her gifted endorsement, Mi’Kael is committed to building programs that not only challenge gifted learners cognitively, but also support their social-emotional growth, cultural identity, and leadership development. Through the creation of LEVEL UP, she brings that mission to life—offering an innovative summer experience that speaks to both the hearts and minds of the students it serves.

LEVEL UP isn’t just a camp—it’s a program built on research-backed best practices in gifted education. Inspired by the standards of the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) and the advocacy work of the Georgia Association for Gifted Children (GAGC), this experience is designed to meet both the cognitive and affective needs of gifted learners. Students engage in inquiry-driven learning, build creative confidence through design challenges, and explore leadership and self-identity in safe, supportive spaces. Every aspect of the program reflects a commitment to equity, access, and whole-child development.

Are you ready to LEVEL UP your summer? Join a one-of-a-kind experience where gifted learners unlock their creativity, dive deep into inquiry-based challenges, and build lifelong connections with like-minded peers!

Cost:
$295 (includes all materials, lunch/snacks, t-shirt, and field trip transportation)
Scholarships available for students who qualify for free/reduced lunch

Application & Qualification Process:

• Open to rising 6th–8th grade students currently receiving gifted services

• Submit application with teacher recommendation, brief student interest video (1–2 min), and parent consent

• Applications due May 15; Notifications by May 31