DA 2025 Summer Program Brochure

2025 EXPERIENCE THE DENVER ACADEMY DIFFERENCE

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Stop the academic summer slide & have some fun!

Differentiated instruction for students with varied learning profiles, grades 1 to 12.

DA and non-DA students welcome.

Academics, Tutoring and Summer Day Camps June 9 - July 3 Register for 2+ academic classes & get $50 off!

4400 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO 80222 • 303-777-5870, ext. 284

denveracademy.org/summer

ELEMENTARY • GRADES 1 - 6

ACADEMIC CLASSES

ACADEMIC CLASSES

Our passion for learning, innovative education model, and small class sizes with a maximum of 14 students support a diverse group of learners, including those with dyslexia and ADHD. Classes are with Denver Academy teachers on DA’s campus June 9 to July 3 (no classes June 19). Students should register based on the grade they’re entering in the 2025-26 school year.

DA’s academic classes are designed to build confidence, foster social growth, close gaps, and prevent the academic summer slide. We recommend tutoring or academic coaching for intensive one-on-one instruction.

Each Elementary course has three levels (grades 1-2; 3-4; 5-6). Flexibility in student placement allows for remediation, review, or enrichment.

Elementary Math & Science

Elementary Reading & Writing

(Grades 1-2; 3-4; 5-6) 8:00 - 10:00 am

(Grades 1-2; 3-4; 5-6) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fee: $975 Math and science concepts are taught at each level through small group instruction, the use of technology, textbooks, games & projects. Concrete/tactile, representative and abstract forms are used.

Fee: $975 DA specializes in teaching dyslexic students and those with a wide range of learning profiles. Reading and writing concepts are taught at each level through smallgroup instruction, phonics-based, and multi-sensory techniques. DA uses the Orton-Gillingham approach for reading fluency and spelling. We use comprehension strategies for passage, short-story, and novel reading.

We will also work on the fundamentals of writing at each level (sentence structure, paragraph development, and essay writing). Keyboarding and speech-to-text technology are available.

Denver Academy is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools and the National Association of Independent Schools.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL • GRADES 7 - 8

ACADEMIC CLASSES

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Middle School Math & Science 8:00 - 10:00 am Fee: $975 Math and science concepts are taught at each level through small group instruction, the use of technology, textbooks, games & projects. Concrete/tactile, representative, and abstract forms are used.

Middle School Reading & Writing 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Fee: $975 Reading and writing concepts are taught at each level through small-group instruction, phonics-based, and multi-sensory techniques. DA uses the Orton-Gillingham approach for reading fluency and spelling. We use comprehension strategies for passage, short-story, and novel reading. We will also work on the fundamentals of writing at each level (sentence structure, paragraph development, and essay writing). Keyboarding and speech-to text technology are available.

Smarts! Middle School Executive Functioning Camp (Grades 6-8) 12:00 - 2:30 pm June 23 - 26 Fee: $275 Explore the ten facets of executive functioning: mind-body connection, tools for organization, impulse control, task initiation, memory, self-monitoring, time management, social literacy, and sustained attention/focus. Students will become familiar with the concepts, acquire and practice skills, and have fun doing it!

Register for 2+ academic classes and get $50 off!

REGISTER ONLINE: d e nve ra c a d e my.o rg /s u m m e r

ACADEMIC CLASSES

Our experience with the Summer Program at Denver Academy was nothing short of wonderful. Our student was able to hone skills from the previous year and prepare for the next. The teachers are top-notch, providing exceptional feedback during and at the end of the program. It’s also an opportunity to cultivate new friendships and fun!

HIGH SCHOOL • GRADES 9 - 12

ACADEMIC CLASSES

ACADEMIC CLASSES

Our passion for learning, innovative education model, and small class sizes with a maximum of 14 students support a diverse group of learners, including those with dyslexia and ADHD. Classes are in-person with Denver Academy teachers from June 9 to July 3 (no classes on June 19). Students should register based on the grade they’re entering in the 2025-26 school year.

High School course credits of .25 per class available to students in grades 10 through 12. Please contact Director of Summer Programs Barrie Bodden for additional information. No more than two absences are allowed for accreditation requests.

High School Algebra 8:00 - 10:00 am Fee: $975 Understand Algebra as a way of thinking.

Learn concepts and skills to generalize, model, and analyze mathematical situations to investigate relationships, describe, organize, and understand the world. Concepts covered: Real numbers, systems of equations, algebraic manipulation, probability, linear functions & equations, and graphing functions.

High School Language Arts 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fee: $975 Read a variety of genres and apply skills and strategies to strengthen comprehension, reading fluency, language and literacy skills. Learn and apply figures of speech and analyze how authors use them.

Everything I Wish I Learned in High School: Executive Functioning for the Teenage Brain, Parts 1 and 2 10:00 am - 2:30 pm June 16 - 18 Fee: $345 Learn executive functioning (mental processes that enable us to plan, focus, remember instructions and juggle multiple tasks) and everyday skills that will help you navigate life in high school and beyond. This is an intensive three-day course for those entering grades 9-12.

Students who took the course last year are welcome to attend and learn more advanced skills. High school students enrolled in the Language Arts class may overlap and take this class as well at a discounted price.

Register for 2+ academic classes and get $50 off!

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TUTORING & ACADEMIC COACHING

Orton-Gillingham Reading Intervention 20-Hour Tutoring Intensive Fee: $1900 for 20-hour Intensive + $95 pre-assessment This one-on-one reading intervention uses Denver Academy’s phonics-based reading approach utilizing the Orton-Gillingham method. Phonemic awareness and general language ability is strengthened.

Additional hour-long pre-assessment required.

Academic Coaching Fee: $85 per hour Experience Denver Academy’s relationship-based approach to learning with direct one-on-one instruction in academic organization, test-taking and study skills, as well as academic support in a range of subjects at elementary, middle and high school levels: math, reading fluency and comprehension, writing, spelling, and science.

To register for Tutoring and Academic Coaching, contact Director of Tutoring Services Tammy Curran at 303-777-5870 x323 or tcurran@denveracademy.org.

For more on DA Tutoring and Coaching, visit denveracademy.org/tutoring.

Camp College (Grades 11-12) June 3 - 5 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Fee: $495 Attendees will build their college list, take academic and career assessments, complete essential components of the Common Application, start the Common App personal essay, start the supplemental essays for selected colleges, and much more! Students should bring a sack lunch, but snacks will also be provided.

This camp is led by DA Director of College & Transition Counseling Aurora Umana-Arko.

We’ve seen an improvement in our son’s test scores, as well as his overall confidence and eagerness to read. He loves reading signs, labels, and better understanding the everyday world around him. Can’t say enough positive things about our experience!

- MIKE D., PARENT OF STUDENT IN DA TUTORING PROGRAM

REGISTER ONLINE: d e nve ra c a d e my.o rg /s u m m e r

TUTORING & COACHING

Denver Academy provides individualized education for each student in our summer academic classes.

We also specialize in one-on-one tutoring and academic coaching. Tutoring and coaching are by appointment only.

SUMMER DAY CAMPS

SUMMER DAY CAMPS

Campos EPC SmartLab Camps:

Skill Camps:

Science, Math, Art, Robotics & Technology

Elementary LEGO Engineering Camp

Join us in our twenty-first-century learning labs this summer! Tailored by age level, we put technology and learning resources in the hands of students while they build problem-solving skills. Enjoy introductions to coding, robotics, 3D printing, and/or music production.

(Grades 1-5) June 23 - 26

Elementary School SmartLab Camp (Grades 1-4) June 16 - 18 Fee: $220

Fee: $275 In this camp, students are encouraged to think creatively to create original constructions, complete challenges, and develop their own solutions to problems. Campers will learn about the basics of energy and simple machines all while playing with the world’s greatest toy, LEGO!

Middle School SmartLab Intro to Robotics Camp (Grades 5-8) June 9 - 12 Fee: $285

High School Robotics Camp (Grades 9-12) June 9 - 12 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Fee: $325 Students will get an introduction to building and programming robots that are able to compete in FIRST FTC robotics competitions. This camp will focus on the fundamentals of designing and building a robot, as well as the coding necessary to make the robot run as desired. The robots will be tested under competitive circumstances. The goal is for students to get a feel for what it takes to design and build the physical robot and create the code needed to run it in FIRST FTC tournaments. All materials are supplied.

NOTE: Unless noted, 2025 Summer Day Camps take place from 12:00 - 2:30 pm on dates listed. Students may bring their lunch for a supervised lunch/social period at noon.

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Middle School Improv Camp Fee: $210 Get into improv! Build confidence and creativity with short-form games and improvised scenes in a supportive environment. Learn about theatre while having fun.

Elementary Art Club (Grades 1-4) June 9 - 12 Fee: $285 Join Art Club this summer. This four-day camp will explore several mediums to allow the artistic juices to flow. We will create scratch art, melt beads, sculpt with clay, free-draw, and more. All supplies are included.

REGISTER ONLINE: d e nve ra c a d e my.o rg /s u m m e r

SUMMER DAY CAMPS

(Grades 5-8) June 16 -18 (No camp June 19)

ATHLETIC CAMPS

Co-Ed Sports and Games Camp (Grades 1-8)

(Grades 6-8) June 9 - 12 2:30 - 4:30 pm

Week One, June 9 - 12

ATHLETIC CAMPS

Middle School Co-ed Volleyball Skills Camp

Week Two, June 16 - 18 Week Three, June 23 - 26 Week Four, June 30 - July 2 (Grades 1-5 only) 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Spend summer afternoons at DA playing a variety of games and sports. Keep your body moving, stay active and have FUN. The camp includes some PE favorites and a few surprises too! Students will be split into two groups: grades 1-4 and 5-8.

Weekly themes will be posted on our website.

Weekly Fee: Weeks 1 and 3 - $275 Weekly Fee: Week 2 and 4 - $210

Middle School Co-ed Indoor Soccer Skills Camp (Grades 6-8) June 30 - July 2 12:00 - 2:30 pm Fee: $210 Sharpen your soccer skills this summer! This camp will focus on skill development, ball control, and developing vision and awareness in a game setting.

We’ll work daily on technique (dribbling, passing, striking, juggling), play small-sided games, and soccer tennis.

Fee: $275 This camp is open to all skill levels. It will focus on skill development, ball control, and developing vision and awareness in a game setting. We will work on the fundamentals of volleyball including passing, serving, setting, and hitting. We will also get the opportunity for gameplay at the end of each day.

High School Co-ed Volleyball Skills Camp (Grades 9-12) June 23 - 26 2:30 - 4:30 pm Fee: $275 All skill levels are invited to join this camp! The focus will be on skill development, ball control, and developing vision and awareness in a game setting. We will work on fundamental volleyball skills such as passing, serving, setting, and hitting. There will also be gameplay at the end of each day.

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High School Co-Ed Basketball Summer League

ATHLETIC CAMPS

(Grades 9-12) June 9 - 26 8:00 - 10:00 am M-Th (No camp June 19) Fee: $750 Join us for Denver Academy’s thrilling high school basketball summer league featuring exciting evening games! Our league emphasizes player development, focusing on defense, footwork, shooting mechanics, and ball-handling drills, ensuring our student-athletes are primed for success. With our dedicated coaches guiding them both on and off the court, our athletes will hone their skills and compete at the highest level possible.

Additional Summer Day Camps may be added. Find out more and get updates at denveracademy.org/summer.

REGISTER ONLINE: d e nve ra c a d e my.o rg /s u m m e r

QUESTIONS? Contact Director of Summer Programs Barrie Bodden: 303-777-5870 x284 bbodden@denveracademy.org

denveracademy.org/summer

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