Summer Courses

 

Please note that perfect attendance is required to earn credit for summer classes. No classes will be held July 5.

Health 1 (Grade 9) - 0.5 credit (THIS COURSE IS FULL)
July 6 - 16 (8:30 to 11:00 a.m.)
Tuition: $425
This 0.5 credit class is designed for freshmen intending to use athletic participation to obtain their PE credit.

Health/PE 1 or Health/PE 2 (Grades 9-12) - 1 .0 credit
June 15 - July 9 (8 a.m. - 2 p.m.) 
Tuition: $850
The required VA driver's education is included in Health/PE 2 - we are not offering in-car driving.

Geometry (Grade 10) - 1.0  credit
June 15 – July 15 (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.) 
Tuition: $850
This 1.0 credit course is designed for rising sophomores who have earned an A or A+ in Algebra 1/A and seek to study Honors Algebra 2/Trigonometry and Precalculus before scheduling Calculus in their senior year. This course is an axiomatic approach to the basic theorems of Euclidean geometry. It uses an integrated approach to the study of plane and solid geometry, including proofs. A study of the area and volumes of the two-dimensional and three dimensional figures is included in the course. A thorough study of right triangle is taught as a brief introduction to trigonometry. This is a complete course in geometry using hands-on work to discover the concepts of geometry. 

NEW COURSE: Intro to Theatrical Dance (Grades 9-12) - 0.5 credit 
June 28 – July 9 (9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Tuition: $425
Intro to theatrical dance is a crash course in the main styles of dance found on stage including ballet, tap, jazz, and musical theatre. Students will learn the fundamentals of posture, body movement, and classical technique, as well as basic vocabulary across the dance disciplines. They will also develop skills for learning choreography and integrating different dance styles. We will explore key figures in the history of dance and their contributions to the art form. This class is appropriate for beginner to intermediate level students. This 0.5 credit may be used toward the P.E. or the fine arts requirement for graduation.

NEW COURSE: Digital Technology - Hybrid (Grades 9-10) - 0.5 credit
June 28 – July 23  (see meeting times below)
Tuition: $325
In this summer course students will apply the 21st Century skills of communication, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking in their use of office productivity apps. Class discussions will include digital safety and security, copyright, and more . This course is an excellent introductory course for students transitioning into high school as well as students considering studying computer science, engineering or business. This course fulfills the computer requirement for graduation.

Course Meeting Times:
Tuesdays ( 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.) in-person ( 10 minute break)
Wednesdays and Thursdays ( 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.) virtual
Students will have approx. two (2) additional hours of asynchronous work during the week

Survey of American Music (Grades 9-12) - 0.5 credit
July 26 - Aug 6 (12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
Tuition: $425
This 0.5 credit course challenges students to identify characteristics of types of music, a variety of folk music in American History including slave songs, classical music, the blues, jazz, country and western, rock and funk. Course curriculum includes reading, listening and writing assignments related to the music being studied. This class serves as a fine arts credit and social studies elective credit. 

Personal Branding - ONLINE (Grades 10-12) - 0.5 credit
June 15 - July 24 (Self paced course with weekly Zoom meetings as needed with teacher.)
Tuition: $325
This project-based course provides students with opportunities to create and utilize a digital portfolio, to develop a skill set essential for success in both college and work environments, and to appropriately communicate using digital tools. This course serves as a vehicle for students to present themselves to real world audiences more effectively. This course fulfills the computer requirement for graduation.

AP Comparative Government & Politics  - ONLINE (Grades 11-12) - 0.5 credit
June 14 - July 21 (Textbook required and a lot of independent work.)
Tuition: $325
This 0.5 credit course introduces students to fundamental concepts used by political scientists to study the processes and outcomes of politics in a variety of country settings. The course aims to illustrate the rich diversity of political life, to show available institutional alternatives, to explain differences in processes and policy outcomes, and to communicate to students the importance of global and economic changes. This is an intellectually challenging online course with readings at a college level. Self-paced with coursework due by certain date to keep students moving through the course. Students are required to take the AP exam in May.

Introduction to High School English (Grade 9)
June 22 - July 2
10:15 - 11:45 a.m.
Tuition: $200 (or $350 total for those enrolling in both English and Math courses)
This non-credit, three week course is designed for incoming freshmen to prepare for the rigors of high school English, with a focus on grammar, writing skills and summer reading. Emphasis is placed on class participation as well as developing a work ethic for success in 9th grade studies.

Introduction to High School Math (Grade 9)
June 22 - July 2
8:30 - 10 a.m.
Tuition: $200 (or $350 total for those enrolling in both English and Math courses)
This non-credit, three week course is designed for incoming freshmen to prepare for the rigors of high school mathematics, with a focus on Algebra foundations. Emphasis is placed on reviewing math skills, as well as developing techniques and work habits for success in 9th grade studies.

Math Enrichment (Grades 10-12)
Students whose grades do not qualify them for advancing to the next math in their sequence should contact math department chair, Mr. Bernhard (mbernhard@bishopoconnell.org) for online math coursework provided through Educere to qualify for the desired course. 

World Language Enrichment (Grades 10-12)
Students with a grade of C in language are expected to complete an online summer enrichment class provided through Middlebury College to gain the background needed to succeed at the next course level in that language. Student should register with the language department chairperson (acunningham@bishopoconnell.org).

Students must make up any failure or incomplete grade before beginning the next school year.

June 15 through July 15
This is an in school course with a teacher.

Tuition: $600 for 1 course and $900 for 2 courses

Please do not sell your textbook if you need to make-up a course.

If you have any questions please contact Ms. Saracina at rsaracina@bishopoconnell.org or 703-237-1461.