CERTAMEN
Boys and Girls, entering grades 6 & up
June 28 – July 2 • 12:45 p.m. - 4:15p.m.
CANCELLED

Certamen, the Latin equivalent of Jeopardy, is a fun and competitive game which challenges students in a variety of intellectual ways. During this one week camp, students will study the Latin language, along with the history, culture, and mythology of ancient Greece and Rome in order to compete against each other. Program fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registered after 4/15.
 

COLLEGE ESSAY
High School Students
June 21 - June 25 • 8:30a.m. - 12:00 noon

The most time-consuming, frustrating, and irritating part of any college application is the essay. This one-week course is designed to help students (upcoming seniors and juniors primarily) generate ideas and practice their prose skills in preparation for executing dynamic essays to enhance their college applications. Students will become familiar with a wide range of essay questions from a number of colleges and receive feedback on at least three practice essays during the week. Register by 4/15 for $180; or after 4/15 for $195.

CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP
Boys and Girls, entering grades 6-9
June 28 - July 2 • 12:45p.m. - 4:15p.m.

This workshop is designed for students who have already mastered basic grammar and are ready to develop their personal style. Students will analyze published models for inspiration as well as experiment with autobiographical, fictional, and poetic forms. This is a great opportunity for students to feel free to express their ideas and share their stories. Program fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registered after 4/15.

ENGLISH WORKSHOP FOR GRADES 6-8
Boys and Girls, entering grades 6-9
June 14-June 18 • 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon

This class is designed for students entering grades 6-8 who want to strengthen their reading, writing, and classroom skills before moving to the next grade. Daily writing practice, supported by work in grammar and punctuation, will emphasize clarity of expression and proper sentence structure. A variety of readings will provide ample opportunity for improving comprehension and discussion skills. Most instruction will be tailored to individual needs. Program fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registered after 4/15.

ENGLISH WORKSHOP FOR GRADES 9-12
Boys and Girls entering grades 9-12
July 12 - July 16 • 8:30a.m. - 12:00 noon
CANCELLED

This class is designed for students entering grades 9-12 who want to strengthen their reading, writing, and classroom skills before moving to the next grade. Daily writing practice, supported by work in grammar and punctuation, will emphasize clarity of expression and proper sentence structure. A variety of readings will provide ample opportunity for improving comprehension and discussion skills. Most instruction will be tailored to individual needs, and students will be able to use computers as they work on grammar and writing skills. Program fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registered after 4/15.

ETYMOLOGY AND WORD ROOTS
Boys & Girls, Ages 10 & up
June 14 - June 18 • 12:45p.m. - 4:15p.m.
CANCELLED

This course will introduce students to English words which are derived from Latin and Greek. 97% of all words over two syllables are derived from Latin and Greek. This comprises an overwhelming majority of words which appear on the SAT and other achievement tests. The class will focus on the derivation and meaning of these words. Fun games and activities will be provided to help the campers learn in a fun way! Finally, the week will conclude with a spelling bee to which parents, family, and friends are invited to see who can best apply what they have learned! Course fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 after 4/15.

EXPLORING YOUR WORLD THROUGH GEOMETRY
Boys and Girls, entering grades 6-9
June 21 - June 25 • 12:45 p.m. - 4:15p.m.
CANCELLED

Geometry is all around us. Come discover how your Geometry shapes your world. Some of the topics covered are Geometric Constructions, Geometric Art, Fractals, and 3D Geometry. Hands-on learning will be emphasized through daily interactive projects and puzzles. Program fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registered after 4/15.

MYSTERY OF NUMBERS
Boys and Girls Boys and Girls, entering grades 6-9 
June 14 - June 18 • 12:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
CANCELLED

There’s a lot more to math than what’s taught in school – it can be a source of wonder, surprise, and yes, fun! Come discover the fascinating world of numbers. Some of the topics covered are prime numbers, squares, and perfect numbers, Fibonacci Sequence, logical reasoning, and Chaos Theory. Hands-on learning will be emphasized through daily interactive projects and puzzles. Program fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registered after 4/15.

READING SKILLS CAMP
Boys and Girls, entering grades 6-12
June 28 - July 2 • 8:30a.m.-12:00p.m.
CANCELLED

This workshop is designed for students who would like to improve their reading comprehension and fluency. Reading selections will include both fiction and nonfiction. The session will focus on instilling reading strategies and techniques that will assist even the most reluctant reader. These strategies can help students feel more confident and comfortable with both the short and the lengthy reading projects they will tackle in the upcoming school year. Program fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registered after 4/15.

READY, SET, MIDDLE SCHOOL
Boys and Girls, entering grade 6
July 12 - July 16 • 8:30a.m. - 12:00 noon

The week long summer camp is designed for rising 6th grade students new to our middle school. Activities are designed to help the student feel confident and excited about entering into middle school. This camp will provide students with strategies for success in middle school. Study skills, organizational tips, dress code, school rules, even how to open lockers between classes will all be covered! Each day is designed to be fun as well as informative for new students. We will even take a field trip to the downtown library and participate in a library scavenger hunt! Materials needed: 2-3 ring binders, paper, and plastic dividers with pockets. Materials are to help the student set up their notebooks for the first day of school. Program fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registered after 4/15.

READY, SET, STUDY!
Boys & Girls, entering grades 6-9
July 5 - July 9 • 8:30a.m. - 12:00 noon
CANCELLED

Gear up for school with a camp specifically designed to assist students entering middle or high school develop study skills that can be used in all academic classes! Discover your best learning style and how to use your strengths to make learning easier and more fun. The camp will focus on various skills such as note taking, outlining, time management, and organization. Program fee is $180 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registering after 4/15.

SAT PREP ENGLISH
High School Students ONLY
June 21 - June 25 • 12:45p.m. - 4:15p.m.

This verbal reasoning session will cover typical vocabulary, analogies, sentence completion, and critical reading, including paired passages. All question types will be covered, important test strategies will be discussed, and students will have ample opportunity to take practice tests. Program cost is $180 plus a book fee of $25 (book fee does not have to be paid if paid for Sat Prep Math) if registered by 4/15; $195 if registering after 4/15 plus book fee of $25 (book fee does not have to be paid if fee paid for Sat Prep Math).

SAT PREP MATH
High School Students ONLY
June 14 - June 18 • 12:45p.m. - 4:15p.m.
CANCELLED

This math session will emphasize mathematical reasoning in arithmetic/algebra, quantitative comparisons, and geometry. Students should bring simple calculators to class since these are now allowed on the SAT I. All question types will be covered, important test strategies will be discussed; students will have ample opportunity to take practice tests. Program cost is $180 plus a book fee of $25 if registered by 4/15; $195 if registering after 4/15 plus a book fee of $25 (book fee does not have to be paid if fee paid for SAT Prep English).

SINGAPORE MATH AND SHURLEY ENGLISH TUTORING
Boys and Girls, entering Grades 1-2
July 19-July 23 * 12:45-4:15 CANCELLED
Boys and Girls, entering Grades 3-4
July 26-July 30 * 12:45-4:15
 

Courtney Cardman, a 2nd grade teacher at Oak Hall who is trained in Singapore Math, will be tutoring 1st -4th grade this summer. She will be offering a “preview” for new students entering OHLS as well as additional support for returning students as they get ready for the upcoming school year. Singapore Math is the name given to the math curriculum developed in the country of Singapore and now used in many schools and districts across the U.S. It is part of the K-3rd grade math curriculum and will include 4th grade in the fall 2010. Mrs. Cardman will also be tutoring students in our Shurley English program. This language arts program gives students a solid foundation in grammar, writing and speaking. Program Cost is $195.00 per week.
 

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