INTERSESSION HIGHLIGHTS

ASTRO-OPTICS

Students learned how light behaves with mirrors and lenses, and investigated reflection, refraction, and the behavior of lasers. The math and geometry of optics was explored and then applied to build a simple telescope. These, along with larger telescopes, were used to investigate the night sky.

Brewing Up Business

Students studied the culture and challenges of startups. Their “Shark Tank” style pitches for their developed products not only demonstrated considerable depth and breadth of learning, but there’s even a decent chance of a patent on some of their ideas.

Emergency Medical Training

Approximately 20 students received a full emergency medical training course. They learned how to shock a heart, tie a tourniquet, deliver a baby, sling and swathe a broken arm, treat for shock, and rescue someone from the wilderness. They touched every piece of equipment that paramedics use and worked with search and rescue dogs.

FRENCH FARM/BEEKEEPING

Participants gained knowledge of honey bee biology as well as how to care for honey bees throughout the year. They constructed eight hives plus stands and swarm traps.

Nyc Based

Groups traveled into multiple NYC neighborhoods the Lower East Side, East Harlem, Harlem, Arthur Avenue, the Bronx, Chinatown, and Little Italy—to learn about their history, immigration patterns, and unique characteristics. Students got an up-close look at the NYC art scene. They met with gallerists, visited drawing rooms, went on gallery walks, and visited the Met, the Whitney, and the Morgan. At a silkscreen school in Brooklyn, students tried their hands at printmaking and made poster designs. Other New York Intersession courses delved into the science of gastronomy, preparing and eating specialty foods from various NYC establishments. A group of students studied theater and were able to attend Broadway shows, tour backstage programs, and meet stage managers.

Service Related

One group studied sustainable fashion and created a Clothes Corner on the Stanwich campus, similar to the one on OCR. Another group engaged with the elderly forming relationships that brought some joy to the lives of seniors and understanding/ empathy to our students. Another group focused on food insecurity. They put their learning into action by packing and delivering meals to those who need some assistance. A final group, Animals with Purpose, worked with service and guide dogs.

South Florida Marine Science

Originally planned as a travel/ research experience at a marine science laboratory in Florida, this group remained on campus because of COVID. Students explored the fragility of our marine habitat by taking advantage of Greenwich Point, the Maritime Center, and our wellequipped classroom.

Working With And In Politics

Students researched the trends and issues at the forefront of the congressional and gubernatorial races in Georgia and staged debates between candidates in front of an audience of parents and teachers.