Summer Academics & Enrichment
The Summer Academics program has exciting choices this year for both credit courses & enrichment. Whether it's getting that difficult course out of the way so that you can take more electives during the next school year or taking one of those electives for which you haven't had the time, the summer program has something for you.
With courses in science, math, history, English, religion, and the creative arts, students will find plenty of opportunities to get ahead, pursue an area of interest, or learn something new. We hope that you will consider spending part of your summer with us.
To Register please go to Online Registration.
Art I:
Take advantage of this summering offering to fulfill the prerequisite for other art courses or for enrichment. You will work 4 hours a day for three weeks (the 60 hour requirement for semester credit).
Session: June 11—June 29
Time: 8:00—12:00
Fee: $250.00 (includes supplies fee)
nstructor: Isabel McCall
GPS ONLINE WRITING TUTORIALS
A self-paced independent study to improve language skills
For enrichment or remediation
Teacher: Jennifer Williams
Fee: $500
Session Options: TBA
Stretch session: Use all 4 weeks to complete one course. Students will work approximately 6 hours per week and must have online access 2-3x weekly. Internal deadlines are fairly flexible but must be set at session’s start.
Compact sessions: Use 2 weeks to complete one course, or complete 2 courses in a month! Students should be prepared to work 2.5 hours each weekday. Daily online access mandatory.
All sessions are completed online at a pace determined in advance by the student and teacher. Face-to-face individual conferences may be required at the teacher’s discretion. Group study may be offered depending upon enrollment.
Courses Offered:
Grammar in Practice:
After using online mini-lessons and exercises to review a rule, students will demonstrate mastery by utilizing these skills in six short creative non-fiction essays. Individually adapted for middle or upper school students; work will be revised for mastery!
Writing about Literature:
Students will read grade-level appropriate poems and stories as well as a novel from assigned summer reading. Students will deepen understanding by participating in online blogs and discussions and then follow the full writing process to practice text-to-self and text-to-text analysis.
Writing with Research:
Get a head start (or a re-do!) by practicing one of the most important academic skills you can learn -- research. Students will engage in a full writing process as they choose a topic, research it thoroughly, and investigate multiple sides of the issue. The resulting product will be a fully supported, argumentative essay that avoids plagiarism and employs proper MLA style citations. Topics will be chosen based on interests and grade level.
HISTORY
New Testament Course #3047: Life and Letters
The center point of this course is the life of Jesus of Nazareth, bound on either side by a world he grew from and a world he profoundly shaped. We'll walk the dusty roads and unroll the sacred scrolls by which the early Christians attempted to make sense of this man's life and its impact on their lives. The student will choose a pair of themes that pervade the text as well as her own life and interests, and she will become an expert in those themes and their connection to each other. The final exam is a portfolio of the intellectual life of her semester, highlighted by discoveries, conclusions and questions that remain about her themes. She will present her portfolio to the class at the end of the semester.
This course is a 1/2 credit graduation requirement that is open to grades 10-12.
Instructor:TBA
Dates: TBA
Times: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cost: $400
The Hebrew Text
As we study the history and literature of the ancient Hebrews, we will tie together their connections to the empires and events of that historical period, as well as to the paintings and poems and front page articles and movies of THIS historical period. Using the primary document of the Hebrew Scriptures, we will investigate Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Ruth, Samuel, David, Solomon, Daniel and Esther, discovering how often unlikely people become the most heroic individuals. We will enjoy the text as beautiful literature as well.
Two sections are available for this one-credit required 8th grade course.
Instructor: TBA
Dates: TBA
Times: 8:00-Noon
Cost: $275
MATHEMATICS
Algebra I Course #4050
Algebra I emphasizes both the structure of algebra and the development of logical problem solving skills. The graphing calculator and laptop computer are utilized to strengthen various topics. Geometry, practical applications and critical thinking are integrated throughout the course, enhancing the relevance of algebra in our society.
Instructor: TBA
Dates: TBA
Times: 8:00-Noon
Cost: $750
Geometry Course #4080
The geometry course offers a formal deductive and inductive approach to the study of Euclidean geometry. Students develop skills in thinking logically, in reading with understanding, in writing proofs, and in developing concepts of spatial relationships in two and three dimensions. Algebra is strongly integrated throughout the year. Geometer Sketchpad is used on their laptops to help students better understand basic geometry theorems and concepts. Algebra I is a pre-requisite for this course.
Instructor: TBA
Dates: TBA
Times: 8:00-Noon
Cost: $750
Algebra II Course #4060
This course offers an extension of past algebra and geometry concepts. Topics of increased sophistication are introduced to prepare the student for the study of Pre-Calculus. Work on geometry concepts, the graphing calculator and computers is integrated throughout the course. Geometry is a pre-requisite for this course.
Instructor: TBA
Dates: TBA
Times: 8:00-Noon
Cost: $750
ENRICHMENT COURSES
NO CREDIT, TEST PREPARATION COURSES
SAT/PSAT Preparation
They say if you prep better, you score better. Enroll in this week-long course which focuses 20 hours on critical reading, math and writing. Supplemental books and practice tests are included.
Instructor: Diane Bruce
Dates: TBA
Times: 9:00-1:00
Cost: $325
ACT Review
This week-long course will prepare you for all sections of the ACT by focusing on test taking strategies in critical reading and math. Supplemental books and practice tests are included. Please note that this course takes place at Notre Dame High School.
Instructor: Diane Bruce
Dates: TBA
Times: TBA
Cost: $225
Algebra Readiness
Algebra Readiness is a four-week class that gives students a strong foundation from which to launch into Algebra I.
Instructor: TBA
Dates: TBA
Times: 1:00-4:00
Cost: $500
Basic Computer Technology
Do you have a new laptop and need some instruction on how to make it as educationally useful as possible? This four-day course will really help! It is offered at two different times, free of charge.
Instructor: Elizabeth Resnick
Dates: TBA
Times:8:30-12:00
Cost: Free
Don't forget: To Register please go to Online Registration.
8th grade and upper school full credit offerings and enrichment!
These courses are open to all students in the Chattanooga and surrounding areas.
