RIH Summer Learning Academy
Week of July 25
Week of July 25
Week of July 25th Learning Academy Sessions
Below is a list of sessions and descriptions offered during the week of July 25th. 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 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
ELA 9 Bootcamp - Ms. Griffin
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
This session has been cancelled.
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.
ELA 10 Bootcamp - Mrs. Peller
M - Th, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
This session has been cancelled.
A course for incoming sophomores designed to provide students with the critical reading, writing, and study/organizational skills to more smoothly adjust to the expectations of a sophomore English course. Some of the skills that will be addressed include close reading, vocabulary in context, and research, as well as organizational skills with technology.
Registration has closed.
Creative Writing: Calling all storytellers! - Ms. Frissora
M - Th, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Indian Hills High School, Please report to the front entrance of the high school by 8:30 AM
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.
Mathematics
Algebra 1 Bootcamp - Ms. Kvyat
M - Th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
This session has been cancelled.
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
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. Zalarick
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, 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
Digital Arts - Ms. Maturo
M - Th, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
This session has been cancelled.
In this course, student artists will be introduced to basic digital art tools and gain a better understanding of Photoshop, Illustrator and Procreate by creating digital works of art. The goal of this course is for student artists to learn skills necessary to create digital illustrations, poster designs and simple animated gifs.
Registration has closed.
Theater - Ms. Marino
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
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.
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