Summer Enrichment

Stay engaged and explore new opportunities during the summer!

Summer is a great time that provides students with the opportunity to explore areas of academic interest or take courses that are not offered through our school.

Listed below are summer enrichment ideas:

- Granite Online Summer Courses -

- Jordan School District Math & Science Classes -

- Canyons Virtual High School -

- Northridge Learning Center Packets -

- Classes at University of Utah -

- PSAT / ACT / SAT Prep Classes -

- Pre-College Summer Academies -

- Volunteer Opportunities -

- Internships -

Granite Online Summer Courses

Summer is a great time to knock-out some required courses for graduation! Keep in mind that these online courses can be completed during the school year. Complete the online summer application below and turn it in to your counselor. Courses will be loaded on to your Canvas account June 5, 2019. Course work must be completed by August 1st (finals by August 5, 2019).

SUMMER Online Registration.pdf

Jordan School District Math and Science Courses USTAR Program

Students looking to take a shortened summer science or math class may be interested in attending one of these classes offered through the Jordan School District. Classes are generally 5 weeks in length, and run from 9am-3pm. Students can earn one credit (1.0) for specific courses. The sciences classes are not offered at the honors level, however honors Math classes are available (Secondary Math 1, 2 and 3 honors). These may be good for students who are trying to fill in any holes in their math classes (perhaps those students transferring from a private school) or students who are looking to earn required science credit over the summer. For students living outside of the Jordan School District, there is a $75 course fee. Registration is not done through Skyline. All registration is done through the Jordan School District. See the links below.

Secondary Science USTAR summer Courses

Secondary Mathematics USTAR Summer Courses

Canyons Virtual High School

Founded in 2011, Canyons Virtual High School is an online learning program that serves thousands of students from across the Utah.

At CVHS, students may earn original or make up credit in a wide variety of engaging and highly interactive courses. All teachers at CVHS are highly qualified in their subject area, and provide timely and personalized feedback as students work at their own pace. In addition, licensed school counselors and other support staff are readily available for current and prospective students.

Registration for CVHS courses is open year-round, to all Utah students inside and outside of the physical boundaries of the Canyons School District.

Course Catalog

Northridge Learning Center

Northridge Learning Center is an accredited education center in Salt Lake City. Students may complete coursework through packets that may be purchased online or in their center (apprx. $50/quarter credit). Upon successful completion of a course at Northridge Learning Center, grades are sent to Skyline High School Registrar and loaded onto to a student's transcript. For more information and locations, view the Northridge Learning Center website.

Example of courses offered through Northridge Learning Center include:

Language Arts (9-12 grades)
World History
US History
Geography
Algebra I and Algebra II
Geometry
Math I, II, and III
Earth Science
Chemistry
Biology

Fitness for Life
Art History
Drawing
Business Office Specialist
Marketing
US Government
Financial Literacy
Health
PE Participation Skills and Techniques

PSAT / ACT / SAT Prep Classes

Schmoop - Free ACT Test Prep (password: "ZION")

Khan Academy - The Free Official SAT Test Prep

University of Utah Continuing Education* - PSAT, ACT, SAT Test Prep and Enrichment

Kaplan* - SAT Test Prep

Higher Ground Learning - PSAT, ACT, SAT Test Prep

** Skyline does not endorse any particular program **

Pre-College Summer Enrichment Programs

Many colleges offer pre-college summer programs which allow students to experience a taste of college life, meet new friends, explore new areas of academic interest, and get a taste of big campus/small campus, rural/metropolitan campus life.

Scholarships or financial assistance may be available with some programs.

The list of public enrichment programs are available to high school students throughout the United States.

Skyline has no connection to any of the programs and does not endorse any particular program.

This is information for students and parents to research on their own.

2019 summer enrichment.pdf

Summer Volunteer Opportunities

- Skyline has no connection to any programs and does not endorse any particular program -

Not only is the summer great for continuing your education by completing graduation requirements through online classes, but it is also a great opportunity to help the local community! There are various places you can volunteer. Some places include your local library, a museum, the Red Cross, homeless shelters, homeless pet shelters, etc. Although some places do have age requirements, go online and check out the place you are interested in for details! Most places are more than happy to provide you a volunteering position. There are also various volunteering opportunities available during events that consist of one to a couple days in length so make sure to consider these opportunities as well!

Some Volunteering Opportunities We Have Found or Done...

Red Butte Garden TWIG (Teens Working in the Garden) Internship - Teens can work alongside adult counselors for summer camps offered at Red Butte Garden. Responsibilities include helping prepare daily camp activities and materials, supervising and managing classrooms. Must be 14-17 to apply, and available to volunteer for at least 2 weeks (2 different camps).

Application Link

Volunteer at the Leonardo - This is a great option as the Leonardo provides a vast array of opportunities! At the Leonardo, you are able to be a kids camp volunteer, do internships or volunteer for various events and be part of the team. There are different responsibilities for each position so make sure to check out their website for details. The applications are different for each position.

Best Friends Animal Society - This a good options for those students who would like to work with animals in the future or who just want to help their local animal society. There are other animal shelters that require help so consider those places as well! Most of these opportunities require you to be 16 and up but some opportunities allow you to be 12-15 years old. Make sure to check the link given above and apply!

The Road Home - This is a good option for those people who want to overcome the problem of homelessness in Utah. This is a great option to reach out to those who aren't as fortunate as we are. There are various opportunities here and they do have some requirements so make sure to look through the link and consider the position that interests you the most.

Other Summer Opportunities Worth Considering

Branch out and explore new areas of academic interest with these summer opportunities.

Skyline has no connection to any of the programs and does not endorse any particular program.

This is information for students and parents to research on their own.

Youth City Internship - Paid internship for the Salt Lake City Council. Must be at least 16 and a Salt Lake City resident to apply.

Teaching Interns: Spend 16 hours a weak learning about youth development and classroom management. Starts in June and ends in August.
Civic Engagement Interns: Spend 16 hours per week shadowing a City employee and learning about the scope of services of a City Department. Starts in June and ends in August.
Farmers Market Customer Service Intern: Spend 4 hours per week on Saturdays at the Downtown Alliance Farmer’s Market staff and provide customer service skills. Starts in June and ends in October

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