There is more to being part of a college community than living on campus. This three-week program instills the values of mutual respect, dedication to academic achievement, and opportunity for personal change and growth. Find out more!
When it is time for them to matriculate on to a college campus, students in this program will be better prepared to interact with faculty members and fellow students.
During the program students are encouraged to develop a greater appreciation of learning through experiential and practical activities. Students learn to apply writing process strategies, understand their academic strengths and personal learning style, integrate stronger academic strategies and practices, and begin to focus on the development of better habits for success.
The program curriculum is separated into three segments of course work: a core course providing a foundation for other coursework and activities; a writing class that covers the basics of good writing; and a general elective providing an opportunity for students to apply what they’re learning. Each week day students participate in three courses, activities each afternoon, academic prep four nights a week, and group programs and activities on the weekend.
We know not everyone learns in the same way. Our experience with young people who learn differently suggests a sense of self and good insight into one’s individual learning style can make a big difference in outcomes at school.
Our experienced summer faculty and staff will help students:
- Begin to understand individual learning differences
- Develop a writing process that uses proven techniques to write faster, more clearly, and with fewer struggles
- Integrate strategies and practices into content courses
- Begin to focus on the development of better daily habits
NOTE: Students must be between 16 and 18 years of age, have completed their sophomore year of high school, and be returning to high school in the fall. Participants are not required to have a diagnosed learning disability to participate.
