RIH Summer Learning Academy
Week of July 18
Week of July 18
Week of July 18th Learning Academy Sessions
Below is a list of sessions and descriptions offered during the week of July 18th. 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.
Computer Science & Technology
Coding - Mr. Caulfield
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Ramapo High School, Please report to the front entrance of the high school by 8:30 AM
In this course, students will learn how to create interactive web apps in Javascript. Students will master programming basics, including variables and expressions, if statements, loops, and functions. We will also explore advanced applications, including graphics and digital electronics. No prior programming knowledge is required. This course will help you prepare for year-long Computer Science courses in high school, including AP Computer Science. If you might be interested in programming but have little or no coding experience, this is the course for you.
Registration has closed.
English
Writing Basics - Ms. Copeland
Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Ramapo High School, Please report to the front entrance of the high school 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.
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 entrance of the high school 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.
Creative Writing: Calling all storytellers! - Ms. Frissora
M - Th, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
This session is not running.
This course is designed for students who enjoy writing as a form of art and personal expression. Students will explore the elements of numerous literary genres (short stories, poetry, mini memoirs, drama, etc.) and the power of both print and multimedia storytelling. We’ll do quick-write exercises; look for inspiration in objects, art, and music; dedicate meaningful time to working on our own original compositions; and workshop with peers. The course will culminate in a publishing celebration. Get ready to be inspired and let your creativity shine.
Registration has closed. This session is not running.
Mathematics
Pre-Algebra Skills - Mrs. 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. Kvyat
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Indian Hills High School, Please report to the front entrance of the high school 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 - Mrs. Zielenkievicz
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Indian Hills High School, Please report to the front entrance of the high school 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.
Geometry Bootcamp - Ms. Dinan
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Indian Hills High School, Please report to the front entrance of the high school by 8:30 AM
In this course, students will review and master Algebra 1 concepts from last year that they will be using in Geometry, such as factoring, PEMDAS, graphing linear equations, simplifying radicals (pythagorean theorem), and finding basic shapes perimeter, area, and circumference. In addition to direct instruction, students will work collaboratively with each other to complete fun activities involving these concepts. Registration has closed.
Science
Plants - Mr. Michels
T - Fri, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Indian Hills High School, Room 808 / Greenhouse - Please report to the front entrance of the high school by 8:30 AM
In this course students will get to grow and care for plants! Students will grow plants from cuttings and from seeds. All propagated plants will be taken home with the students as part of the course. Plants grown will vary from houseplants, flowers, vegetables and landscape plants like decorative grasses. We will also tend to the Indian Hills Community Garden and other displays on campus. Most of the course will be spent outside or in our Greenhouse inside Indian Hills.
Registration has closed.
Science Skills and Experimentation - Mrs. Miller
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Indian Hills High School, Please report to the front entrance of the high school by 8:30 AM
In this course students will review science skills through the use of experimentation. Students will run experiments throughout the week, collect data, analyze data, use microscopes, and hone their analytical skills. This course is primarily hands on through inquiry and will work off of student interest.
Registration has closed.
Visual and Performing Arts
Creative Art through Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture - Ms. Van Kampen
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
This session is not running.
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. 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
Indian Hills High School, Please report to the front entrance of the high school by 8:30 AM
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.
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