2024 Summer Enrichment Middle School Courses

SUMMER ENRICHMENT COURSES

CSI FORENSIC CAMP

(GRADES 6 - 8)

COST:

$350

Have you ever wondered how realistic the information depicted on CSI TV shows is or how crime cases are actually solved by forensic investigators with the help of scientific procedures? If so, then this course is for you. This week-long investigative and hands-on program provides an introduction to the field of Forensic Science and is recommended for students who are interested in crime scene investigation. Students will learn how to apply scientific methods to the collection and analysis of physical evidence in criminal cases. Topics covered throughout the week include: evidence collection techniques (such as collecting DNA and blood samples), fingerprint collection and analysis, blood spatter analysis, and trace evidence collection (hair and fibers).

Two sessions of this one-week camp will be offered.

SESSION 1 - 7/15 - 7/19 | 8:15 AM - 10:15 AM

SESSION 2 - 8/12 - 8/16 | 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM

EMERGING ARTISTS CAMP (GRADES 6 - 8)

COST:

$350

Enter into a vibrant artistic adventure tailored specifically for middle school students in this engaging and hands-on art course. Through a blend of exploration, experimentation, and structured learning, students will delve into various art forms, techniques and mediums to unleash their creativity and cultivate their artistic skills. Students will engage in various creative activities like painting, drawing, sculpture, and digital art. Students will create individual projects that will incorporate all basic drawing and painting course material. Through creative exploration, collaborative projects, and individual expression, students will develop their artistic voice, critical thinking skills and confidence as emerging artists.

Art history will also be discussed as it relates to each project. Personal exploration through materials and process is encouraged. Previous experience with drawing and painting is helpful but not required.

Two sessions of this one-week camp will be offered.

SESSION 1 - 7/15 - 7/19 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM SESSION 2 - 8/19 - 8/23 | 10:45 AM - 12:45 PM

HIGH SCHOOL ENTRANCE EXAM PREP (GRADE 8)

COST:

$350

Get ready to take a high school entrance exam. This course is designed to boost confidence in test taking strategies and prepare 8th grade students to sit for a high school entrance exam.

Students will become familiar with the structure and format of a high school entrance exam and learn time management skills through completing practice test questions. Skills in the following content areas will be covered throughout the course: verbal, reading, language, quantitative and mathematics. The goal of this course is to provide students with the tools they need to find success on a high school entrance exam and have a competitive advantage on test day.

Two sessions of this one-week program will be offered.

SESSION 1 - 8/12 - 8/16 | 10:45 AM - 12:45 PM SESSION 2 - 8/19 - 8/23 | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN THINKING CAMP

(GRADES 6 - 8)

COST:

$350

Explore the principles of design thinking and creative approaches to problem solving and innovation in this week-long course. Through a hands-on, interactive approach, students will explore the five phases of design thinking: EMPATHIZE - research and understand the problem/need. DEFINE - articulate the challenge at hand. IDEATE - brainstorm ideas and devise solutions. PROTOTYPE - build prototypes to create solutions. TEST - try out the solution.

Each day will begin with a short lesson followed by time to design and build a prototype. Class discussions will focus on real-world applications of design thinking in fields such as engineering, architecture and business. Throughout the week, students will work individually and collaboratively as they delve into the design thinking process and learn through experimentation until a practical solution is found.

Two sessions of this one-week camp will be offered.

SESSION 1 - 8/12 - 8/16 | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

SESSION 2 - 8/19 - 8/23 | 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM

MIDDLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION