Linsly Summer Course Offerings ❧1

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MissionThe   summer   studies   program   at   Linsly   offers   students   an   opportunity   to   enhance  knowledge   and   skills   in   the   core   content   areas.     Motivated   students   who   are  academically  competitive  will   benefit   from  using   this  time  for   enrichment.      Courses  are  offered  in  various  formats  to  accommodate  students  busy  summer  schedules:  a  one  week  workshop  format,  classroom  format,  or  new  online  and  hybrid  formats.

Table of Contents:Middle School 2-3

Upper School 4

FAQ 5

Registration 6

Linsly Summer Course Offerings ❧2

Middle School Course Offerings

English

Language Arts: Reading Assistance - 5th - 7thHybrid Instruction (Banes Hall and online)This is a skill building class for students entering grades 5, 6 and 7 who need to build their reading skills. Students will use an online reading software with patented speech recognition technology. They begin the program by taking an assessment, and are given a selection of 5 books they can choose from. Program develops word pronunciation, fluency, and phonemic segmentation in addition to comprehension. Students will work on the program in class but are also encouraged to work at home.

Cost: $200 (includes 2 month online subscription)Dates: 6/12, 19, 26 + 7/10, 17, 24Meets Wednesdays from 9am - 12noon Min. 4 Max 10

Creative Writing Workshop - 6th-9th Classroom Instruction (Banes Hall)This course will focus on studying the creative writing process. Students will practice by writing to a variety of prompts. By the end of the course, students will have constructed their own short story.  

Cost: $150Dates: 6/17 - 6/21Meets M-F from 9am - 12 noon Min 4 Max 12

Honors English Workshop - 8th-9th Hybrid Instruction (Banes Hall and online)This course is designed for students entering grades 8-9 who excel in reading and writing, and would benefit from enrichment in this area. The core of the class will be based on a book about superheroes and comics related to humanity, with a focus on the mechanics of composition, reading analysis and critical thinking.

Cost: $200 plus SuperGods by Grant Morrison

Dates: 6/12, 19, 26 + 7/10, 17, 24Meets Wednesdays from 9am - 12 noon Min 4 Max 12

Middle School OverviewClasses  for  the  middle  school  

will  focus  on  core  skills  in  English  and  math.    Available  to  students  entering  grades  5-­‐8,  there  are  opportunities  in  the  core  subjects  for  high  performing  students  who  would  like  to  continue  developing  their  skills.    Additionally,  there  are  new  electives  available  for  middle  school  students  in  a  one  week  workshop  format.    Honors  content  will  be  delivered  through  hybrid  instruction.    These  classes  will  meet  once  a  week  for  three  hours,  with  expectations  that  the  students  also  complete  work  outside  of  class  time.    For  course  work  outside  the  classroom,  support  will  be  delivered  using  an  online  course  management  system  or  software  subscription.    

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Middle School Course

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Technology

Creating an e-Portfolio - 6th-9thWorkshop (Banes Hall)This session will prepare students entering grades 6-9 to create and manage their own e-Portfolio. While students are constantly creating content and media, this course concentrates on the development of a positive digital footprint. Implementing ePortfolios across grades 6-12 allows students to share academic outcomes, curate, and promote their best work. Through the ePortfolio process, students practice reflection, supporting metacognitive growth. Students will learn web design practices by creating their e-Portfolio in Google Sites.

Cost: $150Dates: 6/24 - 6/28Meets M-F from 9am - 12pm Min 4 Max 10

Intro to Programming - 7th-9thWorkshop (Banes Hall)This  summer  in  the  programming  class  we  will  be  learning  the  basics  components  and  terminology  associated  with  coding  and  will  finish  the  week  by  producing  a  very  basic  fully  func:onal  game.    

Cost: $150Dates: 6/17 - 6/21Meets M-F from 9am - 12 noon Min 4 Max 10

iCreate with my iPad - 6th-8thWorkshop (Banes Hall)Students  will  learn  to  use  their  iPad  as  a  tool  for  produc:vity  and  content  crea:on.      Some  pay  apps  will  be  required,  and  free  apps  may  be  added  during  the  course.

Cost: $150Dates: 6/17 - 6/21Meets M-F from 9am - 12 noon Min 4 Max 10

Math

Honors Math Workshop - 6th-8thHybrid Instruction (Banes Hall and online)Available to students entering grades 6-8 who are on the accelerated track in the math course sequence. Students will use an online curriculum to assess where they are in their math ability, which will allow them to track their progress throughout the course. The teacher will guide them in this process and keep track of their progress.

Cost: $200 (includes 2 month online subscription) Dates: 6/11, 18, 25 + 7/9, 16, 23Meets Tuesdays from 9am - 12noon Min 4 Max 12 Misc.Study Skills: Learning How to Learn - 5th-8th

Workshop (Banes Hall)This course is designed to teach students note-taking and study strategies in each of the core areas – math, science, history, and language. It will help lower school students build on their current skills to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Cost: $150Dates: 6/10 - 6/14Meets M-F from 9am - 12noon Min 4 Max 12

Middle School Summer Band - 6th-9thClassroom Instruction (Banes Hall)This course is designed to be a middle school band class and will encourage students to keep playing their instruments during those summer months! Throughout the week we will explore a few full band pieces and also provide short solos for individuals. There may be a small recital scheduled for the week of 7/15.Prereq: Students need to have begun playing a band instrument (6-7 fingerings) and understand basic rhythms

Cost: $200Dates: 6/11 - 7/16 Meets Tuesdays from 9am - 12noon Min 4 Max 12

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Upper School OverviewStudents  entering  grades  9-­‐12  have  an  opportunity  to  expand  knowledge  in  the  core  areas  through  small  classes  delivered  through  classroom  instruction  or  hybrid  instruction  (in  person  and  online).    These  courses  are  not  for  credit,  but  topics  are  designed  to  prepare  students  for  the  next  level.    The  exception  is  that  after  taking  Concepts  in  Algebra  II,  a  student  with  prior  approval  could  be  eligible  to  take  a  placement  test  before  the  school  year  begins.  This  does  not  get  them  credit  for  the  course,  only  the  option  of  taking  the  placement  test.    

Upper School Course Descriptions

MathAccelerated Concepts in Algebra II

This course is designed for students who have completed Algebra I, and want to work at an accelerated pace to learn the main Concepts in Algebra II. For a Linsly student, this course does not exempt them from taking Algebra II, but it does prepare them for a placement exam if they choose to take it. Non-Linsly students should check with their school to see if they can have the same opportunity

Cost: $250 Dates: 6/11-7/20Times TBD by teacher for a total of 30 hours Min 4 Max 16

Online Math Enrichment: Geometry, Algebra I, Algebra II

Available to students who want to review a course just completed, or preview upcoming material for next year’s course. Students will use an online curriculum to assess where they are in their math ability, which will allow them to track their progress throughout the course. The teacher will guide them in this process and keep track of their progress. A mid-quarter and final progress report will be emailed to parents.

Cost: $200 Dates: 6/13,20,27 + 7/11,15,25Meets from 9am - 12noon Min 4 Max 10

Health & WellnessHealthy Habits for High SchoolThis course teaches high school students how to build healthy habits, from what they should be eating, to how to develop a successful workout plan, to how to choose healthy foods at restaurants or the grocery store.   Students will begin a nutrition log and exercise journal and develop a program that they can continue throughout the summer.

Cost: $100 Dates 6/10 - 6/14Meets M-F from 9am - 12noon Min 4 Max 10

SAT Prep

Kaplan On Demand Online Course

• students access SAT test prep content online over 6 week time period

• required to complete at least 3 hours of online prep each week

• instructor monitors progress and sends weekly email

• students take on-site practice test after 6 weeks and receive results via email

• after summer course is over students can still continue online test prep - one year subscription included

Cost: $100 Dates: 6/10 - 7/19 On site practice test 7/25 8am-1pm

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My daughter/son does not attend Linsly. Can he/she take a summer course?

Yes, our summer studies program is available to all students entering grades 5-12

Can my daughter/son attend summer studies and day camp?

Yes, they can attend summer studies in the morning and summer camp in the afternoon! Contact mdodd@linsly.org for more info on day camp

What is the dress code?

The dress code is casual, but it is expected that students wear appropriate clothing for the classroom. Clothes that are revealing or disruptive to the educational process are strictly prohibited.

What is the course cancellation policy?

There must be a minimum number of students in each course, as listed on the course description. If the minimum number is not met the course will be cancelled.

We are out of town on vacation during one of the weeks - what is the attendance policy?

There are no make up days for summer school, but students are responsible for finding out the work they missed while they were absent. They should also communicate it to the program director or teacher ahead of time. If they are absent due to illness they should call or email the day of to inform the teacher.

If a teacher misses a day of class due to illness, they will let the students know a reschedule date

Do classes meet on the 4th of July?No, classes will not meet during the week of July 1st-5th.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Parent Information and Medical ConsentParent Name(s)_____________________________________________________________________________________ Address___________________________________________________________________________________________ Address___________________________________________________________________________________________ Email*:____________________________________________________________________________________________ *Registration confirmation and information about program logistics will be communicated via email. In case of emergency, contact (parent/caregiver name) ______________________ at (number)___________________ or (parent/caregiver name) ______________________ at (number)___________________. MEDICAL CONSENT We/I hereby give consent for routine or emergency diagnostic procedures and treatment of our/my child in case we are (I am) not available. We/I acknowledge that we are (I am) responsible for all reasonable charges in connection with the care and treatment rendered during this period.

Parent Signature_____________________________________________________________ Date________________

1st StudentName_________________________________________________________________________ Male_____Female_____ Date of Birth_______________________ Age: ___________ Grade Completed in 11-12:____________ Course Name_________________________________________________Dates:________________________Cost:_____ Course Name_________________________________________________Dates:________________________Cost:_____ Allergies or special notes:______________________________________________________________________________

2nd StudentName_________________________________________________________________________ Male_____Female_____ Date of Birth_______________________ Age: ___________ Grade Completed in 11-12:____________ Course Name_________________________________________________Dates:________________________Cost:_____ Course Name_________________________________________________Dates:________________________Cost:_____ Allergies or special notes:______________________________________________________________________________

3rd StudentName_________________________________________________________________________ Male_____Female_____ Date of Birth_______________________ Age: ___________ Grade Completed in 11-12:____________ Course Name_________________________________________________Dates:________________________Cost:_____ Course Name_________________________________________________Dates:________________________Cost:_____ Allergies or special notes:______________________________________________________________________________

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