Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students
Student Shadow Program
Curious about life at Spencer Center? Our Shadowing Program, held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, gives prospective students a firsthand experience. You’ll be matched with a Student Ambassador in your next year’s grade level to get a true feel for our campus and curriculum.
- Lower School Shadows rising into grades 3 & 4 arrive at 9:30 am. Pick up at 12:30 pm.
- Lower School Shadows rising into grades 5 & 6 arrive at 9:30 am. Pick up at 3:00 pm.
- Upper School Shadows rising into grades 7-12, arrive at 9:30 am. Pick up at 3:00 pm.
Spencer Center Shadow Form
*Choose only one shadow date per prospective student.
Confirmation of registration will be a Google Form auto reply from hordink@cpsboe.k12.oh.us. You will also receive an email with final details on the Friday before your shadow date.
🗓️The Spencer Center Shadow Program begins on October 6, 2026 and will end on March 11, 2027. The program will reopen in October 2027.
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Lower School Shadow Dates |
Upper School Shadow Dates |
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October 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 |
October 6, 8, 13, 15, 22, 27, 29 |
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November 17, 19 |
November 17, 19 |
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December 1, 3, 8, 10 |
December 1, 3, 8, 10 |
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January 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 |
January 19, 21, 26, 28 |
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February 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 |
February 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 |
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March 2, 4, 9, 11 |
March 2, 4, 9, 11 |
Preparing for your Shadow Day
1. Registration
Complete the Spencer Center Shadow Form to choose only one shadow date per prospective student.
2. Emergency Medical Authorization Form
Before arrival, complete the emergency medical form and bring it with you: Emergency Medical Authorization Form.
3. Lunch
Students may eat for free in our CPS cafeteria, or pack a lunch and a drink for your student.
4. Arrival Checklist
- Address: Bring your student to 3555 Kellogg Ave, 45226. Navigate to the corner of Stanley & Kellogg Avenues, or Congress & Kellogg Avenue if the former is closed.
- Time: Arrive at the school office no earlier than 9:20 a.m. Arrive by 9:30am.
- Parking: Park in the visitor parking area, located either under the building or in the lot to the left of the building.
- Entrance: Enter the main doors by the flagpole, which are on the south side of the building (facing the river).
5. Pick up
The time is 12:30pm for grades 3-4 and 3:00pm for grades 5-12. Pick up in the Main Office.
6. Shadow Excuse Letter
A Student Shadowing excuse letter will be given to the parent/guardian to provide to your student's school.
7. Optional
Prospective students may wish to bring a notebook, drawing pad, and/or a book to read while their student ambassador is completing a solo assignment or quiz.
8. Parent/Guardian Tours
Parents or guardians are also welcome to join us on an adult tour of Spencer! Please check our school tour information and calendar here. All tours begin at 9:45 am and are for adults only.