Group Programs for Summer 2011
We are offering
a number of group sessions this summer. We will use materials that
have proved to be highly effective and enjoyable—and are taught best
through group sessions.
Summer discounts are available for
early signups! Save on these summer programs by committing
before June 1.
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Programs for Beginners and Early
Readers:
Programs for Middle and High School Students:
For High School Grads
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All of our summer programs employ
Precision Teaching to assure that students are mastering the
materials they are learning. We build skills to fluent
levels as quickly as possible—this means that each skill will be
retained, be useful, and be applied to a large number of more
complex operations. We offer
individualized tutoring
during the summer as well.
FAST START! Transition from Kindergarten to First Grade!
Students prepare for first grade by
learning foundation skills critical for success. The program
is delivered in sixteen hours (two hours per session, four days a
week for two weeks). The program will include:
- Phonemic
awareness
- Beginning phonics
- Number and letter recognition and
formation
- Handwriting practice
- Work on
comprehension through story telling and picture description
exercises.
Students will be assessed prior to
beginning of each segment to assure that they are prepared to
participate in the group. Assessment is delivered individually
rather than in the group.
Cost is $720 for each session if you
sign up before June 1, $800 for each session after June 1.
We
will offer this program in two-week segments to suit your summer
schedule. (Note that session 1 has a Tuesday through Friday
schedule in week one.)
- Session 1: Monday through
Thursday 1-3pm July 5th through July 14th. (Tues-Fri first
week.)
- Session 2: Monday through
Thursday 1-3pm July 18th through July 28th.
- Session 3: Monday through
Thursday 1-3pm August 1st through August 11th.
- Session 4: Monday through
Thursday 1-3pm August 15th through August 25th.
Composition for Middle School
Students—write quickly and easily with better quality!
Students will practice writing
compositions and become able to work more quickly, with better
structure and less pain! Students will be taught to use
advanced composition techniques. The final product will be a
well organized and edited research paper supported by the student’s
research and interviews. Students will be individually
assessed prior to beginning this course.
Cost is $720 for each session if paid
before June 1, $800 for each session after June 1.
This 4-week course meets twice
weekly for two hours each meeting. Limited to four students
per session.
- July Session: Tuesday and
Thursday 4:00-6:00pm, July 5th through July 28th.
- August Session: Tuesday
and Thursday 4:00-6:00pm, August 2nd through August 25th.
Composition for High School Students—prepare for SAT,
AP and college-level courses
Students will
develop advanced compositions and research techniques!
Students will learn to evaluate sources, and to use and properly
cite researched sources. The final products will include a
well organized and edited SAT essay and college entry essay.
Students will be individually assessed prior to beginning this
course.
Cost is $720 for each session if paid before June
1, $800 for each session after June 1.
This 4-week course meets twice weekly for two hours
each meeting.
- July Session: Monday and
Wednesday 4:00-6:00pm from July 6th through July 27th.
Because the first Monday would be July 4, we will determine a
make-up day in consultation with the parents of participating
students.
- August Session: Monday
and Wednesday 4:00-6:00 pm from August 1st through August 24th.
Algebra I:
Introduction to Algebra
Students will be introduced to basic algebra
concepts and learn to apply them. Topics covered will include:
variables, grouping symbols, equations, converting word problems to
equations, number lines, positive and negative integers, solving
equations and problems. Students will be assessed prior to the
beginning of the course for basic math skills.
Duration: 8 hours
Maximum participants: 4 students
Price: $400 ($360 if paid before June 1)
- Schedule still to be
determined. Please give us a call if you are interested.
Algebra II
Students will review basic algebra concepts and
apply them to new material. Topics covered will include:
functions, polynomials, quadratic equations, and graphing.
Students will be individually assessed prior to beginning this
course.
Duration: 8 hours
Maximum participants: 4 students
Price $400 ($360 if paid before June 1)
- Schedule still to be
determined. Please give us a call if you are interested.
SAT Seminars
Standardized test preparation courses
will be held for the SAT and ACT. Students will be assessed
prior to the course by taking a full-length practice test. The courses will include practice in
building component skills in reading and math, as well as extensive
practice in test-taking and test-taking strategy.
This eight-session course will be
limited to four students and will cover the
following material:
- Week 1
- Day 1: SAT Practice Test
and Essay Assignment
- Day 2: Basic Math/Algebra
Review
- Week 2
- Day 3: Sentence
Completions and Essay
- Day 4: Geometry Review
- Week 3
- Day 5: Reading
Comprehension and Essay
- Day 6: Data Analysis,
Probability and Math Review
- Week 4
- Day 7: Grammar and English
Review
- Day 8: SAT Practice Test
with Essay
NOTE: This course will include
homework and will also provide considerable practice in test taking
to assist in targeting specific areas for improvement. This course
is for students willing to undertake considerable independent
practice and eager to perform well on standardized tests.
Cost is $1080 for each session if paid
before June 1, $1200 after June 1.
This 4-week course meets twice weekly for three hours
each meeting.
- July Session: Tuesday and
Thursday 6-9pm, July 5th through July 28th.
- August Session: Tuesday
and Thursday 6-9pm, August 2nd through August 25th.
College
Preparatory Seminars
This course
will facilitate the crucial transition from high school to
university. Topics will include research skills, academic
writing, reading for success, note-taking and lecture comprehension,
studying, time management, and presentation skills.
This four-day course is designed to
mimic college-length classes and demands. Course outline:
- I. College vs. High School
- II. Information Literacy
- a. Selecting and Searching
- i. Evaluating Sources
- ii. Tour of Online
College Library
- b. Proper Use of Information
- III. Academic Writing
- a. Content
- b. Style
- c. Grammar
- d. Resources
- IV. Note Taking / Lecture
Comprehension
- V. Reading
- a. Reader Profile Survey
- b. How to Read a College
Text
- c. Reading with Limited Time
- VI.. Studying for tests
- VII. Seminar Discussions
Maximum participants: 4 students
Price $600 ($540 if paid before June 1)
- Session 1: Monday through
Thursday 5-8pm, August 1st- August 4th
- Session 2: Schedule still to
be determined. Please give us a call if you are
interested.
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