Summer School

Rosary Academy summer school offers remediation, advancement, and high school readiness courses in two sessions.

SESSION 1: June 13 - June 30
SESSION 2: July 11 - July 28

Rosary Academy summer school classes are open to both girls and boys.

Academic Remediation is required for CURRENT students who have received a failing grade in a class.
Advancement Opportunities are for CURRENT and INCOMING students.
Freshman Prep is for INCOMING FRESHMEN who are looking to strengthen their Language Arts, Algebra, and Executive Functioning Skills prior to beginning their freshman year.
High School Readiness is for RISING 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students and is intended to bridge the gaps in learning and are designed to help with the transition from middle school to high school.

QUESTIONS? Please email counselors@rosaryacademy.org.

Summer School Policies

Conduct

Rosary Academy students are expected to conduct themselves appropriately at all times. Respect for teachers and peers, cooperation with all school personnel, and a positive attitude are the qualities of a Rosary Academy student. Conduct codes will be enforced as outlined in the Rosary Academy Parent-Student Handbook. Failure to uphold conduct codes will result in disciplinary actions as outlined in the Rosary Academy Parent-Student Handbook.

Class Attendance & Tardies

Face-to-face meeting time is minimal; therefore it is very important that you are in attendance and on time when face-to-face meetings are called. This means that should you miss a scheduled meeting day during summer school you must speak with your instructor immediately to arrange for a make-up. Approximately 1 week of material is covered each day during summer school. Summer school online courses are very intensive courses. You will need to spend approximately 4 hours a day, if not more, on the course to keep up. The maximum amount of absences is 3 in a semester

Summer School Dress Code

Guidelines for Summer School Dress

Clothing which expresses alcohol, sex, sexual orientation, racial and/or drug motifs is not permitted. Half-shirts, tank-tops, spaghetti-strap sun dresses, miniskirts, tube-tops, bare midriffs and backs, oversized and baggy clothing, hats, bare feet, and sleeveless tee-shirts are not permitted. Shorts must have at least a six-inch inseam. At no time may sweat suits be worn. Socks and shoes must be worn according to the uniform dress code regulations. Students who go beyond the school’s idea of appropriate dress will be suspended/denied entry and sent home to change clothes.

Clothing must NOT be baggy, oversized, or torn, and must be void of inappropriate graphic designs.
Students may wear walking shorts at appropriate length or long pants
Students may wear jean pants as long as they are in good condition (no holes, rips, tears or cutoffs)
Tennis shoes/sneakers/athletic shoes must be closed heel and toe (no platform shore, sandals or flip flops allowed
Hair must be neat and clean, Extreme or faddish styles/colors are not permitted
The following items may NOT be worn:
No flip flops or sandals
No short shorts
No low rider pants
No pajamas
No sweats
No Spaghetti strap tops

Dress Code Violation Policy

Decisions Policy

Academic Remediation

SCHEDULE:

Session 1: June 13 - June 30
- Orientation (M/W classes) - Monday, June 13
- Orientation (T/TH classes) - Tuesday, June 14
Session 2: July 11 - July 28
- Orientation (M/W classes) - Monday, July 11
- Orientation (T/TH classes) - Tuesday, July 12

Orientation is mandatory.

Students are required to remediate all failing grades in order to graduate. Students who have received a "D" are encouraged to remediate this grade. Students are only permitted to remediate "D" and "F" grades.

Students who have multiple grades that need to be remediated per session should consult their counselor to discuss remediation options.

Cost: $350 a semester course

English

Math

Religion

Science

Social Studies

World Language

Advancement Opportunities

Advancement Opportunities are for rising 9th - 11th grades only.

All advancement courses are 6 weeks:

Session 1: June 13 - June 30
Session 2: July 11 - July 28

Cost: $700 for both semesters

*for those taking fitness, the cost is $350 per semester or $700 for both semesters (year).

Fundamentals of Art

Fundamentals of Art (8:00 - 10:30 am M-T-W-TH)

Fundamentals of Art is designed to explore the procedures, techniques, vocabulary, and skills in drawing and painting. Emphasis is placed on developing the students’ observational skills to enhance creative expression. This course focuses on the art elements and principles of design using a variety of media in two-dimensional compositions. Students develop manipulative and organizational skills in using the visual arts media to translate ideas, feelings, and values into visual expressions. Historical and cultural contributions will be introduced, as well as artistic analysis, interpretation, and judgment of artwork and that of others. UC Approved.

Ceramics

Ceramics (8:00 to 10:30 am M-T-W-TH)

This course introduces students to the technical and aesthetic study of three-dimensional design through the medium of clay. The visual art elements and principles of design are emphasized and developed through projects. Students learn about historical and cultural contributions and the vocabulary of ceramics. It also builds upon the skills of design and composition learned in Ceramics Fundamentals I. Advanced projects in sculpture techniques, designs, and glazing explored. In-depth study of the historical and cultural contributions to the world of ceramics is emphasized. UC Approved.

Fitness

Fitness (8:00 to 10:30 am M-T-W-TH)

This course is open to Rosary Academy students and incoming freshmen who are not participating in an after-school sport to complete their P.E. graduation requirement. This class involves two different types of fitness activities. The sessions will alternate between walking and interval training. STEP will include walking for fitness usually 3 ½ to 5 miles per hour. The walking will be at a brisk pace in order to get a cardiovascular endurance benefit. HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training. HIIT workouts generally combine short bursts of high intensity exercise with periods of rest or lower-intensity exercise. The class is designed to introduce the student to activities that can help increase metabolism, improve oxygen consumption, gain strength, reduce heart rate, positively affect blood pressure, and sugar.

Photography

Photography (8:00 to 10:30 am M-T-W-TH)

This year-long course explores the basics of digital photography with an emphasis on the technical and critical thinking skills that empower the student to create art through project-based work. Students will learn camera functions, composition techniques, and methods of creative visual communication. The curriculum will also teach elements of art and principles of design while learning to use DSLR cameras. Furthermore, students will learn post-processing techniques using Lightroom and Photoshop, experiment with lighting equipment, and create photo collages with their images. In addition to technical instruction, projects, and walking field trips, students will be introduced to the historical impacts of photography and study photographers throughout its history. UC Approved.

Algebra I

Honors Geometry

Freshman Prep

Freshman Prep is open to incoming freshman students.

SCHEDULE:

July 11th-July 28th

Class 1: 8:00 am-9:30 am
Class 2: 9:40 am-11:10 am
Class 3: 11:20 am-12:50 pm

Freshman Prep will begin at 8:00 am for all students regardless of the number of classes they are taking. Classes will run consecutively

These courses are for students who are looking to strengthen their Language Arts, Algebra, or Executive Functioning skills prior to beginning their freshman year. The class will preview actual 9th-grade courses taken at Rosary Academy. Freshman Prep will begin at 8:00 am for all students regardless of the number of classes they are taking. Classes will run consecutively.

Cost: Two classes $600, Three classes $825

Language Arts

Language Arts is valuable for anyone that struggles with reading comprehension or academic writing. This course reintroduces and bolsters students' skills in reading, grammar, annotation, writing, and analysis. Furthermore, in this course, students will complete their summer reading assignments and be prepared for all assignments and quizzes in the first week of school. Students will be introduced to academic writing style and will enter their freshman year ready to meet all reading, writing, and analysis requirements. In conjunction with the skills taught in Learning Strategies, students will also be prepared to use the Learning Portal and turnitin.com.

Math Algebra Skills

Learning Strategies

Learning Strategies introduces new strategies and improves upon the executive functioning skills necessary for success in high school, college, and beyond. With an emphasis on planning, organization, initiation, self and task management, working memory, inhibition, and beyond, the goal of the class is to teach strategies and techniques that will provide additional tools so the students can be more effective and efficient learners. Through the acquisition of these new skills, students can feel empowered and better prepared to manage demanding academic schoolwork while being able to focus their effort and show what they know. School software is also introduced including Microsoft OneNote, MS Word, OUTLOOK Calendar, and Aeries.

High School Readiness

Open to rising 6th, 7th, 8^th, and 9^th grade students.

SCHEDULE:

June 13th – July 1st

Class 1: 8:00 am-9:00 am (Math)
Class 2: 9:10 am-10:10 am (Science)
Class 3: 10:20 am-11:20 am (Language Arts)
Class 4: 11:30 am-12:30 pm (learning Strategies)

The courses run Monday-Thursday. Daily attendance is required over the 3-week session.

These courses are intended to bridge the gaps in learning and are designed to help with the transition from middle to high school giving students a greater foundation for future courses. Readiness classes will begin at 8:00 am for all students regardless of the number of classes they are taking. Classes will run consecutively.

Cost: One class $250, Two classes $450, Three classes $650, Four classes $850.

Math Readiness

Math Readiness: This course emphasizes foundational concepts in mathematics and serves as a bridge between elementary mathematics and Algebra. Problem-solving, reasoning, estimation, and connections between math and everyday applications will be emphasized. Readiness for High School Math develops critical thinking skills that students will use throughout their high school studies.

The course consists of eight units, culminating in a capstone project that emphasizes synthesis of concepts.

Unit 1 The Number System
Unit 2 Ratios and Proportional Relationships
Unit 3 Statistics and Probability
Unit 4 Expressions and Equations
Unit 5 Geometry
Unit 6 Functions and Linear Relationships
Unit 7 Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
Unit 8 Capstone Project

Science Readiness

Science Readiness: This introductory course prepares students for high school biology and defines the relationship to other sciences. We examine the overarching theories of life from biological research and also explore the fundamental concepts and principles of the study of living organisms and their interaction with the environment. We will examine how life is organized into hierarchical levels; how living organisms use and produce energy; how life grows, develops, and reproduces; how life responds to the environment to maintain internal stability; and how life evolves and adapts to the environment.

Language Arts Readiness

Language Arts Readiness: The skills and knowledge in this course prepare students for the high school classroom and beyond. These skills include critical-thinking skills and the ability to closely and attentively read texts in a way that will help in understanding and enjoying complex works of literature. Students will learn to use cogent reasoning and evidence collection skills that are essential for success in high school, college, career, and life. Furthermore, the students will be introduced to basic grammar and writing fundamentals essential to academic writing. The standards also lay out a vision of what it means to be a literate person who is prepared for success in the 21st century.

The course consists of the following elements:

Grammar Basics
Writing style
Reading and Annotating
Understanding analysis and theme
The key to writing a good thesis
Embedding evidence
Online resources

Learning Strategies

Learning Strategies: Introduces new strategies and improves upon the executive functioning skills necessary for success in high school, college, and beyond. With an emphasis on planning, organization, initiation, self and task management, working memory, inhibition, and beyond, the goal of the class is to teach strategies and techniques that will provide additional tools so the students can be more effective and efficient learners. Through the acquisition of these new skills, students can feel empowered and better prepared to manage demanding academic schoolwork while being able to focus their effort and show what they know. School software is also introduced including Microsoft OneNote, MS Word, OUTLOOK Calendar, and Aeries.