Whitney Summer Academy
Whitney Academy - Summer 2024
An enrichment program in which all classes and camps do not earn credit,
but provide valuable preparation.
The Whitney Academy offers a high-quality educational program that works best for students who want to enrich and develop their talents, skills, and interests.
All Classes and Camps meet on Weekdays.
Each class has two sessions that cover different materials, while Session I is not a requirement of Session II.
Camps have fewer days of attendance, while each has its own schedule.
Some classes meet online*, while other classes and all camps meet in-person.
Please see our enrollment page HERE to sign up for the classes. (Starting April 1, 2024)
Schedule of Classes and Camps
Classes
Session I: Wed June 5 - Fri June 21 (no class on June 17)
Session II: Mon June 24 - Thu July 11 (no class on July 4-5)
Period 1 9:00am-10:25am Eng II, Math 7, Computer Sci Ski
Period 2 10:35am-12:00pm Eng I, Math 8, Math I
Period 3 12:30pm-1:55pm Eng II, Prog I, Stu Ski*
Period 4 2:05pm-3:30pm Eng I, Math II, Prog II, F&F Pu Sp/Deb*
Camps
Performing Arts Camp, Morning 9:00am-12:00pm or Afternoon 12:30pm-3:30pm
Thu June 13-Fri July 12 (no class on June 17, July 3 & 4) Willy Wonka Flyer
Ceramics Camp, Afternoon 12:30pm-3:30pm
Thu June 13-Fri July 12 (no class on June 17, July 3 & 4)
STEM Camp, Morning 8:30am-12:00pm STEM Camp Flyer
Mon June 24-Wed July 3
Leadership Camp, Afternoon 12:30pm-3:30pm
Tue June 18-Fri June 28
In-person, at Whitney High School
-English I, Period 2 - Foundational (Grades: current 6th to current 8th) Critical reading and writing skills, to enhance language building. Reflect and analyze different texts, then learn and practice how to write different type of academic papers.
Session I: Focuses on nonfiction
Session II: Focuses on fiction
-English I, Period 4 - Foundational (Grades: current 6th to current 8th) Critical reading and writing skills, to enhance language building. Reflect and analyze different texts, then learn and practice how to write different type of academic papers.
Session I: Focuses on nonfiction
Session II: Focuses on fiction
-English II, Period 1 - Accelerated (Grades: current 6th to current 8th) Critical reading and writing skills, to advance language building. Practice Literary analysis of various texts, then apply those skills to your own writing.
Session I: Focuses on nonfiction
Session II: Focuses on fiction
-English II, Period 3 - Accelerated (Grades: current 6th to current 8th) Critical reading and writing skills, to advance language building. Practice Literary analysis of various texts, then apply those skills to your own writing.
Session I: Focuses on nonfiction
Session II: Focuses on fiction
– Math 7, Period 1 (Grades: current 6th) Algebraic properties, characteristics of geometric figures
Session I: Learn integers and absolute value, expressions, algebraic equations and inequalities, rational and irrational numbers.
Session II: Learn angles relationship, areas and volumes, circumference and area of a circle, the coordinates plane, distance formula and perimeter.
– Math 8, Period 2 (Grades: current 7th) Linear equations and function, geometric transformations and the Pythagorean Theorem.
Session I: Solve linear equations, solve a system of two linear equations, identify linear and nonlinear functions.
Session II: Verify experimentally the properties of transformations, and understand congruence vs. similarity. Learn the Pythagorean Theorem.
– Math I, Period 2 (Grades: current 7th with Accelerated Math 7, or current 8th) Function Representation vs. sequences, some geometric principles
Session I: Compare arithmetic sequence and linear function, geometric sequences and exponential function, absolute-value equations and functions.
Session II: Learn postulates vs. theorems, congruence of triangles, angles of parallel lines and transversal, constructions.
– Math II, Period 4 (Grades: current 8th with Accelerated Math 8, or current 9th) Polynomial and other functions, formal geometric proofs.
Session I: Learn quadratic Functions including complex numbers, Polynomials Functions, Exponential Functions, and some applications.
Session II: Perform various formal proofs, and few advanced constructions such as incenter and circumcenter of a triangle.
– Programming I, Period 3 - Scratch & Turtle (Grades: current 6th to current 8th) Intro to creating computer algorithms, and coding mindset.
Session I: Learn basic computing literacy and functionality with MIT-developed Scratch computing language a block-based online platform.
Session II: Move to Python a text-based programming language, starting with Turtle as an easy-to-use graphical environment for Python.
– Programming II, Period 4- Python (Grades: current 6th to current 8th) Programming, and developing programmer’s mindset.
(Recommended that students have had some exposure to programming)
Session I: Begin programming using Python, a powerful text-based language, and develop the attention to detail needed to avoid common errors.
Session II: Learn HTML, CSS, and how the internet works, then the various programming operations as they are expressed in JavaScript.
– Computer Science Skills, Period 1 (Grades: current 8th or current 9th) Get ahead on the AP Computer Science curriculum.
Session I: Learn selected mathematical foundations from AP Computer Science Principles including discrete math, data representation, and programming.
Session II: Learn selected programming methodologies from AP Computer Science including object oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms.
Virtual*, Via Zoom
– Study Skills Mastery*, Period 3 (Grades: current 5th to current 9th) Learn how to work smarter, not harder, and earn higher grades.
Session I: Learn note taking, best studying techniques, and much more.
Session II: Gain time management, and all the necessary tools to reach your highest academic potential.
– Fun and Friendly Public Speaking/Debate*, Period 4 (Grades: current 5th to current 9th) Develop the highest-paid skill: Public Speaking. Get coached on words, vocal variety, body language, and improvisation.
Session I: Learn various kinds of speeches including informative, persuasive, demonstration, and extemporaneous.
Session II: Practice Mock Interviews, Speech and Debate, as well as Sales Pitches-Shark Tank.
Camps:
– Performing Arts Camp (Grades: current 2nd to current 9th) Participate in a Broadway style Willy Wonka musical production on the state-of-the-art stage of the Whitney MAC center.
Camp starts Thursday, June 13, 2024.
– STEM Camp (Grades: current 5th to current 7th) Conduct exciting scientific experiments, prepare for Science Olympiads with a Whitney Science Teacher. Get a taste of STEM competitions and prepare for High School opportunities. (materials not included). STEM Camp.
– Ceramics Camp (Grades: current 8th and higher, Whitney grad & parents) Make pottery from clay by hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing. A Whitney Art Teacher will operate the kiln in firing your art piece. (one clay bag and glaze, $25 in value are included)
– Leadership Camp (Grades: current 5th to current 7th)
Tuition:
All classes – $430 per class (Session I – $215, Session II – $215)
Performing Arts Camp – $350
STEM Camp or Leadership Camp – $350
Ceramics Camp – $375 (One clay bag and glaze $25 in value are included) (If students would like to use more clay, they may purchase additional bags from the teacher)
Contact information:
Email: sa@whitneyhighfoundation.org (please expect a response in 24 hours)
Summer Academy 2024 Flyer:
SUMMER ACADEMY 2024 Final v3.pdf