MDHS Summer School 2024 Course Offerings & Descriptions

Mater Dei High School 1202 West Edinger Avenue Santa Ana, California 92707 www.materdei.org/summerschool Last Updated: May 6, 2024

BELL SCHEDULE & IMPORTANT DATES

Summer School begins on Monday, June 17, with classes scheduled according to the Block Schedule Summer School will conclude on Friday, July 19. Summer School holidays (no class sessions) are June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 and 5 (Independence Day).

All course types (Incoming Freshmen/HSP, Credit Advancement, Credit Recovery) follow a BLOCK SCHEDULE with RED and GRAY classes.

Block 1/2

8:00AM-10:10AM

Block 3/4 11:00AM-1:10PM

Block 5/6 1:20PM-3:30PM

RED (Blocks 1, 3, 5): Monday & Thursday

GRAY (Blocks 2, 4, 6): Tuesday & Friday

FLEX DAY: Wednesday (Ofce Hours, labs, make-ups)

INCOMING FRESHMEN/HSP COURSES

The HSP classes are built to prepare incoming Freshmen for their rst year of high school at Mater Dei. Students of all levels are welcome to enroll in these classes to more smoothly transition into high school and/or to establish proper placement in the course areas for their 9th grade year.

Additionally, these classes provide an advanced opportunity to get acquainted with the campus and meet new classmates before the school year begins. HSP courses taken will be noted on the students’ transcripts; however, grades will not be factored in the students’ GPA.

IMPORTANT: Please review your student’s Admissions Letter and Course Placement Letter for any specic requirements or recommendations before proceeding with registration.

● In some cases, taking the HSP course may improve your placement for the upcoming school year. For example, students who take High School Preparatory Math may be able to earn placement into Algebra I for the next school year. Please consult the respective Department Chairs or Placement Specialists for information regarding placements

● Based on the High School Placement Test scores and Admissions Committee review, some students are required or recommended to take the HSP English and HSP Math courses*. Students and their families are informed of the specic requirement or recommendation in the Admissions Letter; please review this letter prior to registering for classes.

High School Preparatory English*

Block 1 & 4 (for students required to take Summer School)

Blocks 2, 3, 5 (for students seeking preparation)

This course emphasizes both English literature comprehension and composition skills enhancement. Students engage in the analysis of English literature while rening their writing abilities through frequent composition tasks. Additionally, the course aims to enhance reading comprehension skills, preparing students not only for English literature but also for texts across various high school subjects. Feedback from the teacher is provided to students on their compositions to facilitate their growth and development in both areas

High School Preparatory Math*

Block 2 & 3 (for students required to take Summer School)

Blocks 1, 4, 6 (for students seeking preparation)

This course is a review of the basic arithmetic and Pre-Algebra skills necessary to do well in a more comprehensive Algebra course. All the topics and concepts addressed in this course have been covered in grades 5 through 8 of primary education. The purpose of this course is to assist students in becoming more procient in the recall, understanding, and use of concepts and problem-solving methods which will lead to greater success in Algebra I and higher level math courses.

High School Preparatory Science Readiness

Block 4

The HSP Science Readiness course is intended for all incoming Freshmen to develop their fundamental understanding of topics, laboratory writing, scientic principles, and critical thinking skills. This introductory course can provide students with a strong foundation for further study in any Freshmen science course and help them develop essential skills applicable across various disciplines.

High School Preparatory Geometry Readiness

Block 2

HSP Geometry Readiness is designed to help students prepare for Geometry. Topics include (but are not limited to): solving linear equations and inequalities, setting up and solving proportions, writing and solving equations for problems in a real world situation (word problems), basic logic and if-then statements.

This course is recommended for incoming Freshmen who were placed in Algebra I or Honors Algebra I but are interested in taking Geometry; students placed in Geometry may also register for this course as preparation for the school year.

Unlike the HSP Math course, enrollment in the HSP Geometry Readiness class must be pre-approved by the Math Department. Please review any communication you have received from the Math Department to ensure that you have selected the correct course before registering.

RED: Monday & Thursday GRAY: Tuesday & Friday

Block 1 (8:00AM-10:10AM)

Block 3 (11:00AM-1:10PM) Block 5 (1:20PM-3:30PM) Block 2 (8:00AM-10:10AM) Block 4 (11:00AM-1:10PM) Block 6 (1:20PM-3:30PM)

(Required Students Only)

(Required Students Only)

CREDIT ADVANCEMENT COURSES

Credit Advancement courses offer students the opportunity to accelerate their academic progress by delving into coursework they have not previously undertaken. Whether students are looking to jump ahead or bridge gaps in credits for graduation, these courses provide a pathway to academic advancement. Led by our experienced Mater Dei teachers, all our Credit Advancement courses are meticulously designed to align with the comprehensive curriculum and relevant academic standards of the regular school year. All Credit Advancement courses, with the exception of Art I, require completion of BOTH Semesters for advancement credit to be issued.

These courses are structured to cover the same material as a traditional Semester or year but within a signicantly condensed time frame. Expectations and prerequisites are clearly outlined, acknowledging the accelerated nature of the program. Students are challenged to absorb and apply knowledge at an expedited rate, necessitating a high level of dedication and academic rigor. Enrollment in these classes signies an acknowledgment of the academic challenge they present, offering students a chance to excel and progress in their educational journey.

IMPORTANT

: As of Summer 2024, auditing is no longer available for any courses By enrolling in any Credit Advancement course, students are conrming their commitment to meeting the expectations of skills, dedication, and work ethic for the class. No exceptions will be made to the Refund Policy for the Summer School Program.

421 Geometry 10 credits

Block 1 & 2 (AM Section: Students are scheduled for BOTH Blocks 1 & 2; students are expected to be ON CAMPUS on GRAY days ) Block 5 & 6 (PM Section: Students are scheduled for BOTH Blocks 5 & 6; students are expected to be ON CAMPUS on GRAY days ) This course presents geometric concepts from a deductive approach, beginning with basic denitions, postulates, and theorems. The students are taught techniques of direct proof as one means of examining properties of geometric gures and concepts. Congruence and similarity relations are studied, and numerical applications are integrated throughout the course. A grade of 85% or better in Algebra I or Honors Algebra I is required to take this course Students must enroll to apply for the course and will receive nal approval from the Math Department Chair to be eligible to take the course.

429 Algebra II/Trigonometry 10 credits

Students will expand their knowledge with a strong emphasis on the study of linear, polynomial, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs. This course will include the Trigonometric functions, their identities, and proofs. The conic sections may also be covered. A grade of 85% or better in Geometry or Honors Geometry is required to take this course. Students must enroll to apply for the course and will receive nal approval from the Math Department Chair to be eligible to take the course.

441 Precalculus 10 credits

TBD for Summer 2024: May offer this course pending interest. This course is aimed at preparing students for the study of Calculus. The topics include a full study of trigonometric, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and an introduction to the theory of limits. There is a heavy emphasis on graphing as a tool for understanding functions A grade of 85% or better in Algebra II/Trigonometry or Honors Algebra II/Trigonometry is required to take this course. Students must enroll to apply for the course and will receive nal approval from the Math Department Chair to be eligible to take the course.

544 Physics

Block 5 & 6

10 credits

(This course meets during BOTH Blocks 5 & 6 and on the Flex Day; students are expected to be on campus EVERY day ) This physical science course studies the basic laws of physics. Students will also learn to apply math skills to solve problems related to the laws of Physics. Students are expected to submit written college style lab reports to emphasize and develop critical thinking skills and scientic writing. Participation in labs and demonstrations is required. Grades of “B” or better in both semesters of Biology, “B” or better in both semesters of Chemistry, and “B” or better in Algebra II/Trig are required to take this course. Prior completion of Precalculus is recommended.

605 Spanish III 10 credits

Block 1 & 3 (This course meets during BOTH Blocks 1 & 3. Students may be required to come to campus on Flex Days for oral assessments or other meetings.)

This course offers continued practice opportunities in which reading and writing are demonstrated to a greater extent than in Spanish II. At the same time, specic practice in speaking and listening continues to appear at a level of difculty corresponding to the ever-accumulating content of the program. A grade of “B” or better in Spanish 2 is required for this course

610 Spanish IV

Block 1 & 3

10 credits

(This course meets during BOTH Blocks 1 & 3 Students may be required to come to campus on Flex Days for oral assessments or other meetings )

This course provides specic reading practice using selections from the literature of Spanish and Spanish-American authors. The main goal of the course is continued communication in Spanish. It also provides a complete review of grammar covered in previous levels of Spanish. A grade of “B” or better in Spanish III is required for this course.

820 Art I 5 or 10 credits

Semester 1: Block 1 & 2 (ONLINE: Students are scheduled for BOTH Blocks 1 & 2.)

Semester 2: Block 3 & 4 (ONLINE: Students are scheduled for BOTH Blocks 3 & 4.)

This course is fully ONLINE For both Semesters, students should plan on meeting the teacher live for the rst hour; the teacher remains available for questions for the remainder of the session

Art I introduces students to the composition of art in terms of the basic elements: line, shape/form, value, texture, space, and color as well as the principles of design: unity, balance, rhythm and variation. Emphasis will be placed on learning skills and techniques to develop the student’s creative ability as well as observational drawing skills and the use of technology in art production. The course is designed for students of all skill levels. Media used include pencil, ink, charcoal, oil pastels, colored pencils, acrylic paint, and watercolors. Students must also have a tablet and stylus Students may enroll in one or both semesters of Art I. Students who wish to only enroll in Semester 2 must have earned a “C” or better in Semester 1 of Art I during a previous Summer School session.

Algebra II

Semesters 1 & 2

Art I

Semester 1 (Online)

Art I

Semester 2 (Online)

Geometry

Semesters 1 & 2 (AM)

RED: Monday & Thursday GRAY: Tuesday & Friday

Block 1 (8:00AM-10:10AM)

Block 3 (11:00AM-1:10PM)

Block 5 (1:20PM-3:30PM)

Block 2 (8:00AM-10:10AM)

Block 4 (11:00AM-1:10PM)

Block 6 (1:20PM-3:30PM)

Pre-Calculus

Semesters 1 & 2

Spanish III

Semesters 1 & 2

Spanish IV

Semesters 1 & 2

TBD for Summer 2024 (Pending interest)

CREDIT RECOVERY COURSES

Mater Dei High School strives to offer our students a comprehensive remediation program. Students are eligible to take Credit Recovery for D or F grades earned from previous course enrollments (as reected on their transcripts), focusing on mastery of concepts covered in the specic Semester of the course.

● F grades must be remediated (to D or higher) prior to graduation.

● D grades should be remediated for various reasons, such as college admissions, readiness for higher-level coursework, GPA, etc See the Mater Dei High School Course Catalog for full course descriptions. Students who need to recover an Honors level course will recover the regular, College Prep version of the course. No Honors credit is given in Credit Recovery.

In-person classes, rigorous content, and consistent feedback collectively create an authentic remediation experience, enabling students to review prior content and prepare for future courses effectively All courses are 5 credits/semester.

IMPORTANT: Each subject/course is scheduled to specic Blocks Students should directly register for their preferred/available time slot.

● Students can register for up to THREE (3) single-Semester courses in one Summer.

● All Semesters run concurrently.

● Students can select one Semester of a course per Block.

○ For example, if a student wants to remediate both Semester 1 and 2 of Algebra I, he/she should register for both Blocks 2 and 3.

English Credit Recovery Courses

Block 1 & 3

211 English I

223 English II

233 English III

242 English IV

Math Credit Recovery Courses

Block 2 & 3

412 Algebra I

416 Algebra IA

417 Algebra IB

437 Statistics

441 Precalculus

Block 4

428 Algebra II

Block 1

421 Geometry

429 Algebra II/Trigonometry

Religious Studies Credit Recovery Courses

Block 2

114 Religious Studies I: Sacred Scripture & Tradition

121 Religious Studies II: Paschal Mystery/The Church

131 Religious Studies III: Sacraments and Ethics

142 Religious Studies IV: Christian Lifestyles (1 semester)

152 Religious Studies IV: Comparative Religion (1 semester)

153 Religious Studies IV: Peace & Justice (1 semester)

154 Introduction to Philosophy: Great Thinkers of the World (1 semester)

Science Credit Recovery Courses

Block 3

521 Biology

523 Principles of Biology (open to Mater Dei students only)

524 Marine Biology

530 Principles of Chemistry (open to Mater Dei students only)

532 Chemistry

542 Human Anatomy and Physiology

544 Physics

Social Studies Credit Recovery Courses

Block 1

331 Social Studies II: World History/Geography

332 Social Studies III: U S History/Geography

341 Social Studies IV: U.S. Government (1 semester)

348 Social Studies IV: Economics (1 semester)

Spanish Credit Recovery Courses

Block 5

600 Spanish I

602 Spanish II

605 Spanish III

610 Spanish IV

RED: Monday & Thursday

GRAY: Tuesday & Friday

Block 1 (8:00AM-10:10AM) Block 3 (11:00AM-1:10PM) Block 5 (1:20PM-3:30PM) Block 2 (8:00AM-10:10AM) Block 4 (11:00AM-1:10PM)

Block 6 (1:20PM-3:30PM)

RED: Monday & Thursday GRAY: Tuesday & Friday

Block 1 (8:00AM-10:10AM)

Block 3 (11:00AM-1:10PM)

Block 5 (1:20PM-3:30PM)

Block 2 (8:00AM-10:10AM)

Block 4 (11:00AM-1:10PM)

Block 6 (1:20PM-3:30PM)

Religious Studies (All Levels)

Science (All Levels)

Social Studies (All Levels)

Spanish (All Levels)

REFUND POLICY

● The deadline for a FULL REFUND for dropped classes is June 14, 2024 at 11:59PM. The Summer School Ofce must be notied in writing (e-mail: summerschool@materdei.org) before this deadline

● The deadline for a PARTIAL REFUND (50% of the fees) for dropped classes is June 21, 2024 at 11:59PM (end of the rst week of Summer School). The Summer School Ofce must be notied in writing (e-mail: summerschool@materdei.org) before this deadline.

● NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED AFTER JUNE 21. 2024.

● Refunds are not provided for no shows, if a student registers for and takes a course that cannot apply to his/her transcript, or if a student does not achieve his/her desired grade.

● Workshops Only: If the student cannot attend the Workshop, notify the Summer School Ofce at summerschool@materdei.org at least 48 hours prior to the start of the Workshop to receive a refund. Refunds are not provided for no shows.

For all other Summer School expectations and policies, please reference the Parent/Student Policies on the Program’s website: www.materdei.org/summerschool.