RIH Summer Learning Academy

Week of July 11

Week of July 11th Learning Academy Sessions

Below is a list of sessions and descriptions offered during the week of July 11th. Please take note of the days and times that each is offered as they may not all be identical.

Registration Information

  • Registration is open to all RIH students and registered incoming freshmen, free of charge.

  • Each session requires at least 5 students to run and has a maximum capacity of 18 students - Capacities are limited!

  • Interested participants can fill out the registration form linked on the pages below.

  • A valid and current parent/guardian email address is required with the registration process. All email correspondence from the District will take place through the submitted parent/guardian email address from the RIH Curriculum Office (curriculumoffice@rih.org).

  • Completion of the registration form does not guarantee a spot in the requested session. A separate email will be sent back to the parent / guardian from curriculumoffice@rih.org confirming the student's enrollment OR waitlist status into the requested session.

  • The first round of enrollment / wait list notification emails will be sent to parent / guardians on Monday, June 20th. Subsequent enrollment / wait list notifications will be sent after June 20th with updated information. A student's enrollment status will not change once enrolled in a session unless the session is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. In the event a session is cancelled, an email will be sent to the parent / guardian.

Change to the Registration Process

The district is moving to a rolling enrollment process for the summer sessions according to the following schedule. Please take note as the deadline for the first two sessions is Friday, July 1st.

  • July 1 - Deadline for the July 11th and July 18th sessions registration

  • July 8 - Deadline for the July 25th session registration

  • July 15 - Deadline for August 1st session registration

  • July 22 - Deadline for August 8th session registration

Emails confirming enrollment and that the summer session will indeed run will be sent on the following dates:

  • Week of July 11th sessions: Final email confirmations sent on July 1st

  • Week of July 18th sessions: Final email confirmations sent on July 1st

  • Week of July 25th sessions: Final email confirmations sent on July 12th

  • Week of August 1st Sessions: Final email confirmations sent on July 19th

  • Week of August 8th Sessions: Final email confirmations sent on July 26th

Please keep us informed of any changes to your enrollment status by emailing curriculumoffice@rih.org.

English

Writing Basics - Ms. Copeland
Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Ramapo High School, Please report to the front of the building / main entrance by 8:30 AM
This course is for any student looking to grow their expository and expressive writing skills. We will use engaging short texts and free-writes based on student interest in order to sharpen our reading comprehension, analysis, and written communication. At the end of the course, students can expect to have a keener understanding of how they interpret the richness of the English language, a closer relationship with their own analytical thought processes, and a more confident approach to basic sentence and essay structure.
Registration has closed.


ELA 9 Bootcamp - Mrs. St. Clair
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Indian Hills High School, Please report to the front of the building / main entrance by 8:30 AM
A course for incoming freshmen designed to provide students with the critical reading, writing, and study/organizational skills to more smoothly adjust to the expectations of a high school English course. Some of the skills that will be addressed include close reading, vocabulary in context, and critical analysis, as well as organizational skills with technology.
Registration has closed.


Language Development and Proficiency (ELLs) - Mrs. Smalley & Ms. Mendez
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Indian Hills High School, Please report to the front of the building / main entrance by 8:30 AM

The summer is a great time to work with English language learners (ELLs)! Our Summer Language Development and Proficiency program will focus on individual student needs and help students hone their skills and practice their speaking, writing and listening skills by varied interactive activities. Programs such as this can help students improve their WIDA scores, boost self confidence and prepare them for the following school year all while having some fun!
Registration has closed.


Mathematics

Pre-Algebra Skills - Ms. Fischetto
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
This session is not running.

In this course, students will review important Pre-Algebra concepts in order to solidify number sense and computational skills necessary for success in all future math courses. In addition to direct instruction, students will review concepts using technology and in student-centered activities, focused on concepts such as order of operations, number sense, graphing skills, and basic equations.
Registration has closed. This session is not running.


Algebra 1 Bootcamp - Ms. Vitale
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Ramapo High School, Please report to the front of the building / main entrance by 8:30 AM

In this course, students will review important concepts in preparation for their Algebra 1 class, including order of operations, algebraic properties, and solving linear equations. In addition to direct instruction, students will review concepts using technology and in student-centered activities.
Registration has closed.


Algebra 2 Bootcamp - Ms. Biunno
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Ramapo High School, Please report to the front of the building / main entrance by 8:30 AM

In this course, students will review important Algebra 1 concepts in preparation for their Algebra 2 classes. In addition to direct instruction, students will review concepts using technology and in student-centered activities, focused on concepts such as graphing, linear equations, and factoring and solving quadratics.
Registration has closed.


Science

Scientific Writing and Lab Reports - Ms. Wiese
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
This session is not running.

In this sessions, students will review and/or learn how to conduct scientific laboratory experiments and learn to write a proper lab report in preparation for both Chemistry and Physics. In addition to using various forms of instruction such as gamifying, student-paced, and collaborative team work in order to review the concepts of writing a scientific lab report with the use of technology.
Registration has closed. This session is not running.


Visual and Performing Arts

Creative Art through Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture - Ms. Van Kampen
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Indian Hills High School, Please report to the front of the building / main entrance by 8:30 AM

In this course students will be building upon their prior art knowledge as well as exploring new techniques in the art studio. Students will work to develop their skills in one of the following mediums; drawing, painting, and/or Ceramics & Sculpture. The week-long course will consist of conceptualizing an idea, planning the idea, and creating their work of art in the medium of their choice. Students will be given a list of prompts at the beginning of the week.
Registration has closed.


Digital Photography - Ms. Higbie
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
This session is not running.

In this course, student artists will be introduced to basic concepts in digital photography, including understanding and using a DSLR camera, lenses, and other basic photographic equipment. In addition to exploring camera basics such as composition, exposure, aperture, and shutter speed, students will learn basic editing techniques using Adobe software. The goal of this course is for student artists to learn the skills necessary to translate vision to imagery photographically.
Registration has closed.


Theater - Ms. Marino
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
This session is not running.

Jump right into this fast paced and exhilarating theatrical experience. Students will create and perform in a 1-week musical that they write, design, direct, and choreograph. In just 4 days, students will collaborate, construct, and produce a short musical performance compiled entirely by the thoughts and ideas of the students. We will film and edit the performance as a fun memento of the week to share with family and friends. This program will include improvisation techniques, theater games, and much more….
Registration has closed. This session is not running.


Guidance

So You Made It To High School: How To Successfully Navigate the Freshman Year - Ms. Wiener
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
This session is not running.

This course will focus on elements of the high school experience that are necessary for students to meet with success early on. Sessions will introduce students to crucial portions of the Student Handbook that we find most useful for incoming students. We will also review graduation requirements, and the best way to integrate individual student goals with the course selections they make from year to year. This portion will culminate in a rough four-year plan that each student can use to pursue their aspirations while ensuring that they meet their requirements.

In addition, we will spend time becoming acclimated to the school building, discuss important social and emotional elements of the transition to high school, resources available to assist students, and how to become involved in extracurricular activities. By addressing individual student concerns about entering high school, I will also tailor some of the content to alleviate these concerns.
Registration has closed. This session is not running.

Any Questions? Please contact the Curriculum Office with any questions you may have about the RIH Summer Learning Academy Program! curriculumoffice@rih.org | 201.416.8100 x3819