Intensives Catalog 2022

Bronx Early College Academy INTENSIVES CATALOG

2022

ABOUT INTENSIVES

Why do we have Intensives? Intensives are a way for you to go really deeply into a subject or area that interests you. This is an opportunity for you to experience learning in a new and different way. Each intensive will focus on real-world experiences where you can see how and where these skills are applicable to careers you can pursue when you are older. Every intensive will practice skills aligned to all our courses, so this is not a "break" from work it is just work that looks different!

Why are Intensives unique? It is an opportunity to examine a topic in depth and through different experiences while interacting with students and teachers you may not usually work with. At the end of Intensives, you will have an opportunity to publish, present, or show your project to a larger audience. Intensives are exciting; they are a chance to try something you may have never experienced or to go deeper into something you love.

When will Intensives happen? Intensives begin at the end of the day on Friday, December 16th, 2022 and continue from December 19th23rd, 2022.

Where will my Intensive be? You will not go to your regular classes. Instead, you will have just one class with the same teachers every day. We will do our best to give you one of your choices, but there is no switching Intensives once you get your class.

Who will be in my Intensive? You will be in a mixed grade classroom.

How will I be graded? You will be graded on your professionalism and final project.

GRADING POLICY

Intensives will count as a project grade for Marking Period 1 of Trimester 2 IN ALL OF YOUR CLASSES under professionalism. Uniform, attendance, behavior, participation, and completion of the final project will be factored into your final grade.

Daily Grades: Each day you will get a graded on your professionalism based off of a 4 point learning scale.

Final Project: Final Projects differ from Intensive to Intensive, but your final final project grade will based off a four point scale based on the Career Development and Occupational Studies standards.

FIELD TRIP POLICY

You are expected to attend all field trips. Since field trips are between 40 60% of Intensive curriculi, missing a field trip for any reason will have an impact on your intensive grade and may affect credit hours. You should make an effort to be on time and present during these enrichment activities.

INTENSIVES TRIPS ARE MANDATORY.

If you arrive after your trip has left, you will be required to do make-up work left by your teachers to supplement the part of your intensives grade you missed on the trip. Students left behind MUST adhere to discipline code and school rules and norms or face disciplinary action. If you are left behind, your family will be contacted by school personnel to inform them that your grade in normal classes is in jeopardy as per the Intensives Grading Policy.

BACON, EGG, & CHEESE

Bacon, Egg, & Cheese: Are you a Super Taster? Want to find out? Join us at Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Academy and take your taste buds on a tantalizing trip and join us on a unique food journey through NYC. Dine at new eateries and expand your food palette and jump on the subway to various hot spots to grab ingredients at Whole Foods for our No-Bake Bake-Off ! Grab your utensils and journals and LET’s EAT!

BASKETBALL & VOLLEYBALL

If you like working with others as a team this intensive is for you. This intensive will focus on skill development, communication, and overall knowledge of both games. We will take field trips to explore the impact that these sports have had in the metropolitan area. Above all, we will learn the fundamentals of both sports and work on skill development throughout the week. No level of expertise is required to sign up for this intensive. We will learn the rules of both sports and how to keep score.

3. BECA ROTTEN TOMATOES

What makes a good movie? In this intensive you will get the chance to explore the elements of what goes into movie making. You not only get to watch movies, but debate on what makes some movies better than others. Learn about different techniques, styles and genres. By the end of the week, you will become a movie critic. Our trips will go behind the scenes and help you appreciate what it takes to be an award winning filmmaker. Our final project will involve a critical review of two movies on a digital platform and possible publication!!!

4. ENDANGERED ANIMALS

Animals are an important part of every ecosystem. From cities to the tropical rainforest, animals shape the environments around them and help create diverse communities of life. Human activities have threatened many animal species around the world. Polar bears that once thrived in the arctic are now at risk of losing the sea ice they live on; elephants and rhinos are hunted for their ivory tusks. In this intensive you will choose an endangered animal and research ways humans can protect that species.

5. FACEOFFS& SLAPSHOTS

Face-offs and slapshots is an intensive all about the sport of hockey, on the ice and in the streets! In this intensive Dr. O’Grady and Mx. Rylie will teach you all about the sport of hockey: behind the scenes, the basic skills, and rules of the game. We will be playing hockey so prepare for some physical activity, but we will also explore the relationship hockey has with the great city of New York. We will learn about the NHL, local teams, and debate the GOATs. Get your mouth guards and join us! No prior experience required!!

6. DIY

Do you see yourself as being creative and someone who thinks outside of the box? Do you have a desire to work with your hands? If so, then DIY is the intensive for you! During this week, we will be working on creating different DO IT YOURSELF projects to spark your creativity and design skills. From adding to your fashionable wardrobe with unique, one-of-a-kind t-shirt designs made by YOU, to snow globes that your family will be proud to display this Holiday Season, or tasty chocolate art designs. Join us for a week of crafts, inventions, and fun! We will take trips that focus on learning arts and crafts and end this week by putting together a showcase of all of your creations.

7. LATIN DANCE

Bring your best pair of dancing shoes! Learn about the origins and most importantly how to dance salsa and bachata or other possible Latin Dances. We will visit professional dance studios to learn moves to add to your dance reportoire. If you’re an expert, there’s always the ability to become a group choreographer. Don’t be scared if you’re a beginner. There’s room for everyone on the dance floor!

8. LIT MAG

Calling all writers, artists, and aspiring designers! In this intensive, students combine writing and visual arts to produce a page of the school literary magazine. During this project, students will demonstrate their understanding of the elements of art (line, shape, form, space, value, color, and texture) and principles of design (balance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, pattern, unity). Students will apply this understanding to reflect on their personal convictions and ultimately collaborate with each other to create a cohesive piece of visual art.

9. #MUA

This intensive is for all students interested in make-up! Students will learn tips and tricks on how to master a full coverage make-up look on different skin types and tones; and how to master a colorful and neutral make-up look. Once students master the makeup application, then they will learn how to market themselves by using a social media platform, such as instagram. Students will develop and record a step-by-step tutorial, and/or create a mini portfolio of 2 looks in which they can use as content for their social media platform. Lastly, students will share their final product as a class and learn how to support small businesses.

10. SCULPTING

Calling all creatives! Intrested in using your hands to create works of art? This intensive would center around sculpting while also exploring NYC and thinking about how landmarks are determined and made. Students will learn about the different ways sculptures can be created and what materials they can be made from. Students will use a variety of materials ranging from clay to paper mache, cardboard to legos, and more! Students will also be thinking about how they want to creatively represent themselveswho they are, where they come from, and what they want viewers to know about them - through a visual format. If you’re interested in making art with your hands and showing a little piece of who you are, this intensive is for you! LET’S SCULPT!

11. TABLE TENNIS & BADMINTON

Want to unleash your inner champion? Come to table tennis and badminton intensive, YES these are olympic sports! During this intensive you will be taught how to play professional table tennis / badminton and acquire valuable life skills like hand eye coordination and quick reflexes. Being physically active and excited to try a new sport is all that is required. We look forward to meeting our future badminton and table tennis olympians.

12. THE URBAN GARDENER

Let’s go outside and explore the world of plants! This intensive goes on many trips: visit a garden, a forest, a vegetarian restaurant and best of all, the beach! How about growing and eating some plants? Let’s cook some vegetarian food. If you like to get your hands dirty, this intensive is for you!

13. URBAN NATURALIST

What’s so wild about New York? More than you think! Learn about the organisms that call this city home? If you are curious about the great outdoors then join the Urban Naturalist Intensive and discover the concrete jungle’s greener side! You will have the opportunity to adventure through some of NYC’s most spectacular parks and learn about the city’s unique flora and fauna. You will also develop your inner artist through nature-inspired creative writing and drawing exercises, as well as explore one of NYC’s most famous and awe inspiring museums! What are you waiting for? Join us on this exciting expedition!

14. WONDER WOMEN: WOMEN ON EITHER SIDE OF THE CAMERA

Lights, camera—take action! Students immerse themselves in the evolution of women in the film industry on both sides of the camera. They explore and analyze how women have evolved and staked their own claim in the film and television industries, from actress to director to producer and beyond. They learn critical industry terminology and lingo, focusing on the way that women such as Patty Jenkins, Domee Shi, Shonda Rhimes, among others, have shaped the industry itself.