MAYFIELD SENIOR SCHOOL of the Holy Child Jesus
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Summer @Mayfield
For young women grades 5-12 June 23July 24 2014
Mayfield Senior School’s Summer Institute Mayfield Senior School’s Summer Institute is a vibrant, innovative, educational and fun program. Classes are designed to enrich mind and body during the summer months, while allowing middle school girls to experience an all-girls educational setting. Classes are available to young women entering grades 5-12. Classes are offered for as many as five weeks and for as little as one week and can be tailored to a particular student’s summer schedule. The University of California approves some of the courses offered during the summer while others are offered for non-credit. Mayfield Senior School is a Catholic, independent, college-preparatory school for young women. Mayfield admits students of any race, color, religion, and national or ethnic orgin. Located at the edge of Pasadena’s Arroyo Seco, the 7.75 acre campus provides Mayfield with one of the most beautiful secondary school campuses in Southern California. Its location provides convenient access to the Pasadena, Ventura and Foothill Freeways.
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Writing, Literature and Film @Mayfield Creative Writing Blogging and New Media Journalism Essential Grammar Writing for High School Rome, Greece and the Hunger Games Classic Films
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STEM @Mayfield 12-14 l Introduction to Experimental Science 12 l Summer Science Research 12 l Web Development 101: HTML, CSS, Javascript and Ruby on Rails 12 Blogging/Vlogging: Journaling in the Digital Age 13 s l s l Robotics 13 Pre-Engineering Boot Camp I: Introduction to AutoCAD 13 l l Pre-Engineering Boot Camp II: Introduction to Python/MATLAB 14 l Math for High School 14 s Preparing for Algebra 14 Algebra 14 s l l Geometry 14
Athletics @Mayfield 15-16 l High School Sport 15 l Fitness & Health 15 s l Combo Fitness 15 Cubs Camp 15 s s Sports Specific Camps 16 Combo Fitness for Moms 16
HIGH PROGRAM (Courses designed for students entering grades 7-8)
Skills for Success @Mayfield 8-9 Reach for the Sky Junior High Leadership Camp 8 ISEE Preparation (Co-ed) 9 ACT Preparation (Co-ed) 9 SAT Preparation (Co-ed) 9 Technology, Research and Effective Learning Strategies 9 Skills for Mayfield Success 9 Research Skills for Success 9
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HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM (Courses designed for students entering grades 9-12)
Arts @Mayfield Photography Lab & Camera Hands-On Experience Visual Arts Workshop Beginning/Intermediate Dance Advanced Dance/Performance Lab Beginning/Intermediate Theatre Summer Theatre Performance Lab with Unbound Productions Dance, Film, Digital Media Commercial Acting Workshop Vocal Performance Using Technology in Music Making: from Sound Systems to Software Summer Fun Instrumental Ensemble Basic Music Theory Intensive 3D Digital Design
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Arts @Mayfield The Mayfield Summer Institute for the Arts provides a creative and highly challenging arts program within summer’s relaxed atmosphere. Technique and concept-centered arts instruction focus on developing personal expression in each artistic discipline. The philosophy of Mayfield’s Art Department is not only to foster a creative mind, but also a trained one. Contact Denise Darnell, Director of the Mayfield Senior School Conservatory for the Arts, with questions concerning the Summer Institute for the Arts: denise.darnell@mayfieldsenior.org. Summer performing arts recitals and an art exhibit are held on July 23 and 24. Visual Art and Photography Exhibit July 23 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. (on display until July 24) Theatre Showcase July 23 at 5 p.m. Dance Recital July 24 at 6 p.m.
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Visual Arts Classes
Performing Arts Classes
Photography Lab & Camera Hands-On Experience (310)
Beginning/Intermediate Dance (346)
Open to students in grades 7 through 12
Have you ever wanted to learn more about photography and the darkroom? This class centers on camera operation and aesthetics, exposure control, film processing, printmaking, and the development of a personal style. Regular shooting assignments and group discussion and critiques encourage individual skills and interests. A survey of photographic history is included to increase visual awareness and to suggest the relationship of photography to other visual arts. Required items to be supplied by the student: 35mm SLR (single lens reflex) manual control camera with internal light meter, 6-8 rolls of Kodak T-max 100 Black and White 35mm film, and a three-ring binder. (Photography Studio in Strub Hall)
Open to students in grades 7 through 9
Tap into your spirit through dance! This class is for the beginning to intermediate level student (one-two years experience in dance). The course will focus on technique training in ballet, modern/contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, musical theatre and cultural dance. This course is for the student interested in the Dance Conservatory or for those who just want to strengthen their technique. It is also the perfect course for incoming Mayfield students, as it provides an atmosphere for them to get to know each other. Students will perform in a final recital on July 24. (Dance Studio adjacent to Gymnasium) June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 1 – 4 p.m. $450
June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $450
Advanced Dance/Performance Lab (345)
Visual Arts Workshop (020)
This class is for the serious dance student. This course will focus on ballet, modern/ contemporary, conditioning, choreography, dancer’s process, performance skills and Hip Hop. Along with the regular classes, Two days a week the students will take an off campus dance excursion to study at some of LA’s most popular dance studios.
Open to students in grades 7 and 8
Focus your creativity and sharpen your art skills this summer! This studio art class emphasizes the principles and technical skills applicable to further study in all high school visual arts disciplines. The course includes instruction in drawing, painting, collage, and mixed media. Major artists and art movements are discussed, with a focus on the 20th and 21st centuries. This is an excellent class for junior high school students considering joining Mayfield’s Visual Arts Conservatory. All materials are provided except for a 11”x16” sketchbook needed for each student. (Art Studio in Strub Hall) June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 12:15 – 2:15 p.m. $450
Open to students in grades 7 through 12 Open to current Mayfield Dance Conservatory students or by audition.
This course is for the student who is already part of the Dance Conservatory and any other student who would like to pursue her training and creative process. Students will perform in a final recital on July 24. Students interested in joining this class should contact Mr. Fuller at frit.fuller@ mayfieldsenior.org. (Dance Studio adjacent to Gymnasium). *Limited to 15 students June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. $500
Beginning/Intermediate Theatre (322) Open to students in grades 6 through 9
Explore the craft of acting in a fun and focused course. This class, for the interested student, emphasizes physical, vocal and creative training and is designed to expand your skills as a performer. Subjects will include improvisation, personal expression and dramatic exploration. Students will
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Arts @Mayfield learn about character creation, focus on stage and creating an ensemble through teamwork. Each year, the summer program highlights a different dramatic form, and students are encouraged to repeat the course to further build their dramatic skills. The class will culminate with a final performance for parents and friends on July 24. (Pike Auditorium) June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 2 – 4 p.m. $450
Summer Theatre Performance Lab with Unbound Productions (324) Open to students in grades 7 through 12
Join professional theatre group Unbound Productions in every step of the production process - from adapting the script to rehearsal, staging to production design. Open to Actors, Technicians and Creative Writers who wish to participate in all aspects of the creation of a staged reading of a work of literature. This staged reading will take place alongside a professional production in historic locations on the Mayfield campus before a public audience. For more information on Unbound Productions, visit www.unboundproductions.org. Acceptance in the course is by audition. The production opens July 11 and runs through July 25. For audition information or any questions, contact Sam Robinson sam.robinson@mayfieldsenior.org. *This is an advanced independent study summer course. Dates and times are TBD based on rehearsal and performance times (evenings and weekends will be required). This will not conflict with other summer courses. $600
Summer Arts Intensives This program of short intensive classes is designed for the student who wants to explore a new art form or delve deeper into a specific skill in theatre or music.
Dance, Film, Digital Media (337) Open to students in grades 7 through 12
Whether we document dance rehearsals or create videos to share with friends through YouTube, digital media is increasingly important to dance. This workshop takes an artistic and movement centered approach to dance and digital media. No prior experience with digital media and filming is necessary! After watching some dance films and learning a short dance phrase, we will collectively embark on our own dance and digital media adventure. First, we will literally ask the camera to dance along with us as we experiment with filming the dance we just learned. We will then discuss how choreography, camera, location, and editing work when it comes to filming dance. Finally, we will then work together to create our very own unique dance film by the end of the workshop. June 23 – July 3 (Two weeks) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $250
Commercial Acting Workshop (325) Open to students in grades 6 through 12
Experience the many forms of commercial acting - from cold reading techniques to improvisation, from real life testimonials to product placement, from solo spots to group work. This specialized acting course will culminate with a showing of commercials in a presentation for family and friends on July 23. (Pike Auditorium) July 7 – 17 (Two weeks) 1 – 2 p.m. $200
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Vocal Performance (330)
Basic Music Theory Intensive (333)
Open to students in grades 7 through 12
Open to students in grades 7 through 12
Learn rock solid basics in vocal performance and technique in just two weeks. This class is perfect for anyone who loves to sing and wants to learn more about solo repertoire for the musical theater stage, master a set of songs for a demo or audition, or simply have fun learning how to sing her very best! (Daily classes will feature both solo and small group lessons) June 30 – July 10 (Two weeks) 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. $200
Using Technology in Music Making: from Sound Systems to Software (331) Open to students in grades 7 through 12
This class is a great way to get a fastpaced introduction to music theory or refresher on its basic concepts. We will learn and review basic music theory and aural skills concepts including notation, clefs, rhythm, meters, key signatures, circle of fifths, major/minor scales and beginning chord building. This is a required class for students interested in taking AP music theory. Ability to read basic music notation is required. June 23 – July 3 (Two weeks) 9 – 11 a.m. $250
3D Digital Design (103)
This fun and informative 2-week intensive will provide insight into the world of using technology in music making. The first week will focus on sound systems, microphones, amps, pedals and popular music software overview. In week two we will learn how to record, track, loop, mix and export using Garageband and create one fun computer based project. No prior knowledge of sound equipment or recording is needed to be successful in this course, though basic music and computer skills are encouraged and students will need to bring a laptop or ipad and headphones to class.
Open to students in grades 7 through 12
June 23 – July 3 (Two weeks) 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. $250
June 23 – 26 (One week) 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. $75
The 3D Digital Design class means having fun exploring digital software in a fine art and practical way, creating 3-dimensional models, sculptures, rooms, architecture and other 3D projects in a computer lab setting. It will be cool to “walk through” 3-dimensional spaces that you create. This class will use SketchUp and Photoshop software and we will print your finished 3D renderings. After this class you can create anything you can think of in 3 dimensions and explore it in a 3D world. *Limited to 14 students
Summer Fun Instrumental Ensemble (334) Open to students in grades 7 through 12
This class is a wonderful opportunity to keep playing music during the summer! The ensemble will stretch our minds on what is music by exploring a range of musical styles that might include popular, world music, experimental, drones and free improvisation. This super fun and easy class is open to those playing any musical instrument. Prerequisites: intermediate instrumental proficiency; ability to read basic music notation. Each session will conclude with a recital at the end of the session. July 7 – 17 (Two weeks) 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. $250
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Art is a universal language, and also a discipline which calls for close attention, leading to wonderment and contemplation.
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Skills for Success @Mayfield
Leadership Reach for the Sky Junior High Girls Leadership Camp (210) Open to students in 7 through 8
“Reach high, for stars lie hidden in your soul. Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal.” —Pamela Vaull Starr
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We never know what we can do until we try. — Cornelia Connelly
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This 3-day Leadership Camp is open to upcoming 7th and 8th grade girls. Mayfield Senior School student leaders have created a dynamic 3 days where they will meet, create, dream and imagine with participants. From self-discovery to the challenges and wonders of being your authentic self, girls will have the opportunity to exploring their talents and leadership potential. They will come away with new ideas, resources, and friendships that will help them on their journey of self-discovery. June 30 – July 2 (Three days) 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. $150
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Test Prep
Study Skills
ISEE Test Preparation (540)
Technology, Research, and Effective Learning Strategies (204)
Gain the knowledge necessary for success on the Independent School Entrance Exam with a thorough review of English, math, reading comprehension, and test-taking skills. Diagnostic and practice tests are included. *20 students are required
Open to students in grades 7 and 8
Open to students in grades 7 and 8 (Co-ed)
Practice test July 25 June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) Session 1: 9 – 10 a.m. Session 2: 10 – 11 a.m. $400
ACT Preparation
Open to students in grades 10 and 11 (Co-ed)
Nationally known Revolution Prep brings their respected ACT Prep course to Mayfield this summer. A combination of learning strategies, reviewing content and taking practice tests helps build confidence and improve test scores. *20 students are required June 23 – July 10 (Mondays and Wednesdays, Three weeks) 12 – 3 p.m. Exams will be self-proctored $599 Enroll in this course on line at revolutionprep.com. Click on the ACT Prep icon and type in the Mayfield Senior School zip code (91105).
SAT Preparation
Open to students in grades 10 and 11 (Co-ed)
Nationally known Revolution Prep brings their respected SAT Prep course to Mayfield this summer. A combination of learning strategies, reviewing content and taking practice tests helps build confidence and improve test scores. *20 students are required
The class will focus on improving reading, critical thinking, and study skills. Students will also learn time management and effective note-taking. June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 8 – 9 a.m. $350
Skills for Mayfield Success (501) Required for all Mayfield incoming freshmen
This course introduces students to word processing, spread sheets, the Mayfield intranet, research citation and research ethics. Study skills include time management, learning style and note-taking. Session 1: June 16 – 18 8a.m. – 12 p.m. Session 2: June 16 – 18 12 – 4 p.m. Session 3: July 11 & 18 8a.m. – 2 p.m. $150
Research Skills for Success (502) Open to students in grades 9 through 12
Provide students with an overview/context for doing academic research. Discuss the concept of “intellectual property” and provide guidance for ethical research practices. Give students practice searching for information in different academic disciplines, using online and print search tools. Give students practice identifying citation elements in a variety of sources. Teach techniques for organizing and annotating source material and how to use citation tools/manuals to accurately cite a variety of source types.
July 7 – July 24 (Tuesdays and Thursdays, Three weeks) 12 – 3 p.m. Exams will be self-proctored $599
Students will develop/strengthen their skills in using books and other print materials for a research project, using online databases effectively, using the web to find quality academic resources and using the web to locate appropriate media sources for research projects.
Enroll in this course on line at revolutionprep.com. Click on the SAT Prep icon and type in the Mayfield Senior School zip code (91105).
June 23 – July 3 (Two weeks) 12 – 2 p.m. $250
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Writing, Literature and Writing
Writing for High School (202)
Creative Writing Workshop (350)
Each student will develop her own writer’s voice as she strengthens the composition skills essential for success in high school. Through structured assignments students will practice developing clear thesis statements, crafting strong topic sentences, and supporting their claims with appropriate supporting details. As they prepare logical, meaningful arguments, students will also sharpen their introductions and conclusions, use of transitions, and control of grammar and mechanics.
Open to students in grades 7 through 12
This workshop is open to student writers of all levels and interests. You will be given a variety of exercises to get your creative juices flowing. Students will write short stories, creative nonfiction, and scripts. You will be able to share your writing with your classmates for feedback and encouragement. You will create a portfolio of your best work. June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 12 – 2 p.m. $450
Blogging and New Media Journalism (352)
Open to students in grades 9 and 10
June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) Session 1: 9 – 10 a.m. Session 2: 10 – 11 a.m. $350
Open to students in grades 7 through 12
Ever wanted to be a writer or journalist? In this fun and interactive class, you’ll use the power of the web to create your own news blog. You will choose a topic that interests you, write your own articles and reviews, take your own pictures, record interviews, and, if you like, post your articles in an interactive blog. June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $450
Essential Grammar Skills (201) Open to students in grades 7 through 9
This course will reinforce the most essential grammar concepts needed to write effectively. Using their own writing as a starting point, students will improve their mastery of sound sentence structure. With ample practice in manipulating language skillfully, students will increase their confidence and readiness to write across the high school curriculum. June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) Session 1: 9 – 10 a.m. Session 2: 10 – 11 a.m. Session 3: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. $350
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Literature Rome, Greece, and The Hunger Games (605) Open to students in grades 7 through 12
Suzanne Collins’ trilogy offers an abundance of classical allusions and references. The Reaping and Hunger Games are patterned after the myth of Theseus and the Labyrinth; the name of the dystopian country where the story is set evokes the imperial Roman byword Panem et Circenses (‘bread and circuses’); most of the characters associated with the Capitol, from the designer Cinna to President Coriolanus Snow to Head Gamemaker Plutarch Heavensbee, have Roman names. This course will explore these and more classical underpinnings to The Hunger Games, including the use of the Latin and Greek languages and myth in the story, as well as the role of sport and ritualized violence in the novels, in classical Greek and Roman societies, and in our own. June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. $350
Film @Mayfield
Film Dance, Film, Digital Media (337)
Classic Films (021)
Open to students in grades 7 through 12
Open to students in grades 7 through 12
This class will explore the history of film starting with Charlie Chaplin’s “City Lights” and continuing through the best in classic films including musicals, westerns, thrillers, comedies, dramas, romances and fantasies. Drawing from the American Film Institute’s list of the 100 Best Movies of all time, we will watch and discuss how these films defined their artistic genre and contributed to our cultural literacy. June 24 – July 24 (Tuesdays and Thursdays, Five weeks) 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. $350
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June 23 – July 3 (Two weeks) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $250
Cornelia Connelly’s philosophy was that
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S.T.E.M. @Mayfield Students enrolled in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math classes learn the skills and knowledge needed for success in today’s information age.
Science Introduction to Experimental Science (121) Mayfield Science Department permission required
Through formulating questions, designing experiments, making observations, deriving results, and forming conclusions, students learn laboratory skills. These skills include the use of lab equipment to obtain measurements, the determination of accuracy and precision, the application of reason and mathematical skills to find relationships and patterns, and the ability to work individually and in groups to solve problems. A lab manual and handbook will be available from the instructor on the first day for $10.00. (The purchase of a textbook is required.) June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 8 – 11 a.m. $600 (.5 unit of credit. Students must attend all classes to receive credit.)
Summer Science Research (122) Mayfield Science Department permission required
Students will explore transportation alternatives in light of global warming with the support of a grant from British Petroleum. Students will run experiments and analyze data on the catalytic pyrolysis of methane to produce hydrogen and microfiberous carbon with the aim of producing hydrogen as a possible transportation fuel without putting
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significant carbon dioxide into the environment. Some coursework will take place at the California Institute of Technology. June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. $600 (fee is for non-Mayfield students only)
Technology Web Development 101: HTML, CSS, Javascript, and Ruby on Rails (125) Open to students in grades 9 through 12
Have you ever wondered how Twitter works? Or how to create your own app? Or just how to change the background color on your own web page? This class will answer those questions for you. focusing on web-centered programming languages. We will be learning how to program in HTML, CSS, Javascript, and Ruby on Rails--four of the most omnipresent and useful web development tools today. This course will be 5 weeks in length (2.5 weeks for HTML/CSS/Javascript, and 2.5 weeks for Ruby on Rails). We will be meeting/ discussing online in a Google Hangout, and we will also meet on campus once a week to present our ongoing projects. Being a hybrid online and in-person class will help us all make sure we check in, debug, and stay motivated as we go forward!
June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) Mondays from 12 – 2 p.m. with additional online work and meet-ups $350
Blogging/Vlogging: Journaling in the Digital Age (126) Open to students in grades 7 through 12
It can be difficult to figure out ways to catalogue our feelings, memories, hopes, and inspiration in a digital age. This class will help students learn how to journal these emotions in a digital way, preserving them for future record. The course will focus on blogging for the first few weeks, focusing on how to build the readership you want, as well as how to structure and format your ideal template. HTML/CSS will be a part of this first part of the course. The second 2.5 weeks will focus on vlogging, and will focus on how to document your life on Youtube while still being respectful and responsible of your own privacy, as well as others’. Both courses will focus on the rules of fair use, how to navigate copyright, and what constitutes original work vs. plagiarized work. At the end, we’ll have a great document of the Summer of 2014! June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) Mondays from 12-2 p.m. with additional online work and meet-ups $400
Engineering Robotics (124) Open to students in grades 5 through 9
Robots have been used for everything from ‘boring, repetitive tasks’ such as assembly line work to space exploration. Robots have found their way into the classroom in this introductory course. All materials will be provided for teams of students to build and operate ‘clawbots’. Obstacle courses and games will be included in this 2 week session (which repeats). Students will learn about building and design, math, teamwork and even management skills preparing them for science, engineering, or biomedical careers in the future, or even as hobbyists who might want to participate in competitions. *Limited to 16 students per session Session 1: June 23 – July 3 / 1 – 2 p.m. Session 2: July 14 – 24 / 1 – 2 p.m. $200
Pre-Engineering Boot Camp I: Introduction to AutoCAD (127) Open to students in grades 9 through 12
Not great at drawing 2d and 3d blueprints? No problem! AutoCAD will do it for you! Autodesk’s CAD software is designed to not only create and model your inventions, but also to see how they behave in real-world environments. This course will introduce you
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to AutoCAD (and its mechanical-engineeringfocused brother, Inventor) in a quick, 2-week “Boot Camp” which will focus on hands-on training and projects. The course is meant to give you a leg up in any engineering program you may later attend, as all of them will require knowledge of CAD software. June 23 – July 3 (Two weeks) Mondays from 2 – 4 p.m. with additional online work and meet-ups $300
Pre-Engineering Boot Camp II: Introduction to Python/MATLAB (128) Open to students in grades 9 through 12 who have taken the Pre-Engineering Boot Camp I
Get ready to get engineering! Every Physics and Engineering program in the country counts on its students to know Python and MATLAB to work in labs; here’s your chance to get a leg up in those areas! Come take a 1-week introductory course on Python, where you’ll learn the basics in a projectbased environment. Then follow it up with a 1-week MATLAB course, where you’ll get to know how MATLAB works and why it’s been the most used/taught computer language in science programs for the last 10 years. No prior coding experience is necessary. July 7 – July 17 (Two weeks) Mondays from 2 – 4 p.m. with additional online work and meet-ups $300
Mathematics Math for High School (100) Open to students in grade 9 by Math Department recommendation
This course is designed to help incoming Mayfield freshman students prepare for high school mathematics. Topics include the number line, inequalities, absolute value, solving equations, programming techniques, and word problems. Students who are recommended for this class are given priority enrollment. (The purchase of a textbook is required.) June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) Session 1: 8 – 10 a.m. Session 2: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $600
Preparing for Algebra (101) Open to students in grades 7 and 8
This course is designed to prepare students for Algebra. There will be a review of decimals, percents, equations, and inequalities. This course will enable students to
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make a transition from concrete to abstract thinking. Students will be introduced to sets, properties of operations, solving equations, and word problems. (The purchase of a textbook is required.) June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) Session 1: 8 – 9 a.m. Session 2: 9 – 10 a.m. $350
Algebra (102) Open to students in grades 7 through 9
This class is designed to teach the fundamentals of Algebra and its many applications in science, technology, business, and everyday life. The class will cover the fundamentals of Algebra that are most needed for success in the future math courses. A TI82/83+ calculator is recommended, but not required. (The purchase of a textbook is required.) June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) Session 1: 8 – 10 a.m. Session 2: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $600
Geometry (130) Mayfield Math Department permission required
The material in this class covers selected topics in geometry such as parallel lines, quadrilaterals, congruency, similar polygons, circles, secants, tangents, inscribed angles, and segments of circles. The class cannot be used for remedial purposes such as making up academic deficiencies. (The purchase of a textbook is required.) June 23 – July 24 (Five weeks) 8 – 10:30 a.m. $600 (UC accredited class and .5 unit of credit. Students must attend all classes to receive credit.)
Athletics @Mayfield Mayfield Summer Sports Camps are designed to provide the student/athlete with a foundation of fundamental skills, knowledge, character and leadership development and a love of athletics. Recognizing that while skills and drills are critical to the improvement of the athlete, making sports FUN is essential to developing the “passion for the game.” Our multi sports camps offer a cross training to not only help develop overall athleticism, but keep sport fresh and exciting. Please Note: Participation in any of the summer athletic classes does not guarantee a place on a MSS team. All students must try out each year to earn a place on a team. To participate in any summer sports program, a current physical and medical release form must be on file in the Athletic office. Forms may be downloaded from iMSS. Contact Lynda Gilbert, Athletic Director, for more information: lynda.gilbert@mayfieldsenior.org.
High School Sport (017) Open to Mayfield Senior School Students only
Receive advanced and specific training in technical and tactical elements to get your game to the next level. This camp will teach individual techniques, skills and tactics through creative and motivating drills designed to increase a player’s passion for the game. Recommended for rising freshmen to seniors serious about playing a varsity sport. June 16 – July 24 Basketball 2 – 4 p.m. Softball 3 – 5 p.m. June 30 – July 31 Cross Country 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. Tennis 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Volleyball 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. (Frosh) 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. (JV & Varsity) $360
Fitness and Health (006) Open to students in grade 10 through 12 Pre-requisite: a full year of Fitness & Wellness
This course is about enjoying life and pursuing a healthy lifestyle. The goal is to provide students with knowledge that helps them make informed decisions affecting their life choices. The content of the course will involve aspects of health related physical activity and training principals. Students will gain practical information about how to make good decisions that will positively affect their well-being. June 23 – July 17 (Four weeks) 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. $400 (UC accredited class and .25 unit of credit. Students must attend all classes to receive credit)
Combo Fitness (010) Open to students in grades 7 through 12
Get motivated and energized in a fun group environment. Tone up, achieve cardiovascular fitness and reduce stress with activities such as yoga, aerobics, body shaping, balance ball workouts, hikes and much more. Bring a towel and water. Session 1: June 23 – July 3 (Two weeks) Session 2: July 7 – July 17 (Two weeks) 10 - 11 a.m. $195
Cubs Camp (014) Open to students in grades 5 through 8
The Mayfield Senior School Big Red Sports Camp is week long camp geared towards giving campers a unique introduction to several different sports. They will be engaged in activities led by a team of fun counselors and coaches. With a new sport being offered each day, campers will be able to experience several different sports within a short time period. The camp is dedicated to teaching team work, sportsmanship and positive self esteem. Mornings will be packed with fun and creative sports-specific games as well as team building activities.
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Sports Activities: Volleyball, tennis, softball, basketball, capture the flag, aqua aerobics, hiking, dodgeball and more. Cubs Camp will give students the opportunity to learn basic skills of several different sports while having fun and meeting new people. Session 1: June 30 – July 3 ($275) Session 2: July 7 – July 11 ($295) Session 3: July 14 – July 18 ($295) 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Price includes camp t-shirt and daily snacks
Combo Fitness for Moms (011) Get motivated and energized in a fun group environment. Tone-up, burn calories, achieve cardiovascular fitness and reduce stress with activities such as power yoga, step aerobics, cardio strength, body sculpting, balance ball workouts, abs and buns of steel, pilates and much more. Session 1: June 23 – July 3 Session 2: July 7 – July 17 7:45 – 8:45am $175
Sports Specific Camps Open to students in grades 5 through 8
Come learn the basics of and train for the sport you are most interested in playing. June 23 – June 27 (One week) $195 Cross Country & Track: 7:00 – 9:00 a.m. Intro to Volleyball: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Developing Basketball Skills: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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Give me, O Lord, a love full of action.
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registration form Deadline is May 30, 2014 This form will also serve as your child’s Emergency Information Card. Please complete in full. Student name (Last, First & Middle Initial)
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I give my daughter permission to request from the Main Office non-prescription pain relievers: h Advil h Tylenol h Excedrin h Motrin h Midol h Antacids h Topicals Specify, if any, reactions to non-prescription medications:
Students are responsible for the administration of any prescription medication. h My daughter will drive herself to school. She has my permission to leave campus at lunch. h I will allow photographs of my daughter
h I will not allow photographs of my daughter
to be used in Mayfield Summer Institute, admissions and development materials, including but not limited to: publications, print materials, press releases, videos, and website. I give permission for this student to participate in all the activities of the course(s) listed on this Registration Form and agree to the procedures and conditions outlined in the catalog.
Signature of parent or legal guardian
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Please register my daughter for the following courses: Course #
Course Title
Session/Time
Tuition
Total Tuition $ Registration Fee $30
Total Tuition plus Registration Fee
$
Please send a transcript of coursework completed to the following: School Address City/State/zip
Kindly mail this Registration Form plus the registration fee and full tuition by May 30, 2014. Please make checks payable to Mayfield Senior School and send to: Director of Summer Institute Mayfield Senior School 500 Bellefontaine Street Pasadena, CA 91105
For Office Use Only Total Tuition $
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general information All classes meet Monday through Thursday from June 23 through July 24 unless otherwise indicated in the catalogue. July 4 is a holiday. No classes will meet on July 4. Enrollment Procedure Complete the registration and emergency forms and return them with a check made out to Mayfield Senior School with the full tuition and registration payment no later than Friday, May 30. Class size is limited and enrollment is determined on a first come first served basis. If a class is full, students will be placed on a waiting list. If an opening does not occur, tuition and registration will be refunded in full. Registration confirmation will be mailed upon receipt of registration. Schedules will be mailed prior to the beginning of Summer School. Refund Policy All fees are non-refundable unless a class is cancelled by the school, the class is full, a student does not make it off a wait list and must withdraw, or a student who has applied for financial aid is not awarded sufficient aid to make the class economically feasible for the family. Cancellation of Classes All courses are offered on condition of adequate enrollment. A full refund will be made in the event of a course cancellation or students may choose an alternate course. Notification of cancelled classes will be made by Friday, June 13, 2014. School Hours Summer Institute hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday unless otherwise indicated in the catalogue. With the exception of the lunch hour, students are required to be in a class while on campus. All students must be picked up when their classes end. Academic Credit Not all courses are offered for academic credit. If a student is taking a course for academic credit, she may request on the registration form that the transcript of course work be mailed to the designated school. Mayfield students will have the course credit added to their transcripts
automatically. Incoming ninth grade students will receive academic credit for Introduction to Experimental Science (IES) only. Financial Aid
Available to incoming and returning Mayfield Senior School students only
Mayfield Senior School is committed to supporting a financial aid program for students who would like to take part in the summer program but lack sufficient financial resources to meet the full tuition costs. Need-based financial aid will be awarded to incoming and returning Mayfield Senior School students. In order to qualify for tuition assistance, families must demonstrate financial need. Please contact Clemmie Phillips, Director of Summer Institute, for information about Financial Aid. Dress Code Dress is casual yet appropriate for school (e.g. shorts, T-shirts, jeans, etc.). Students are expected to use good judgment in their choice of clothing. No bare midriffs, short shorts, or short skirts. Lunch The Summer Institute does not provide lunch. Students may bring their own snacks and lunch and have use of the kitchen in Strub Hall, including the use of the microwave and refrigerator. Off-Campus Policy If a student drives herself, she may leave for lunch or when her class is over. Otherwise, students are not allowed to leave campus for lunch or for any other reason without adult supervision or parental permission. Behavior Students are expected to adhere to school rules and behave properly. Violation of the school’s code of conduct may lead to a student’s dismissal with no tuition refund.
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Theatre Showcase July 23 5 p.m.
Dance Recital July 24 6 p.m.
Class Cancellation Notification June 13, 2014
Classes Begin* June 23, 2014
Phone (626) 799-9121, ext. 210 Fax (626) 799-8576 E-mail clemmie.phillips@mayfieldsenior.org Website www.mayfieldsenior.org/summer
Clemmie Phillips Director of the Summer Institute
For more information, please contact:
*Check class course description
Classes End* July 24, 2014
*Check class course description
(on display until July 24)
Visual Art Exhibit July 23 12 - 4 p.m.
Registration and Financial Aid Deadline May 30, 2014
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