Summer Institute 2012

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Geometry Length of Time:

4 weeks (June 11-July 6)

Schedule:

Monday through Friday

Hours:

8:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Prerequisite:

A grade A or B in Alg. 1 and Recommendation from current math teacher

Instructor:

Karen Roxbury

Grade Level:

9th– 11th grades

Credits:

1 credit - Math

In this course students will analyze characteristics and properties of two and three dimensional geometric shapes, develop mathematical arguments about a variety of geometric relationships, describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry, apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations. Students will receive credit for this course and the grade will be averaged into the GPA. Attendance is mandatory and missing more than (1) class may result in forfeiting credit for the course. FEE:

$1,200.00


Chemistry Length of Time:

5 weeks (June 18 – July 20)

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

Hours: Prerequisite:

8:00 am – 2:00 pm Successful completion of Physics and Algebra I.

Instructor:

Bill Cumming

Credits:

1 credit - Science

Chemistry is an introductory course in which the study of the fundamental properties of matter provides the foundation for the development of both qualitative and quantitative models of chemical systems. The course includes an examination of atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions, periodicity, the behavior of gases, bonding, solution chemistry, equilibrium, thermo-chemistry, acids & bases, oxidation/reduction and electrochemistry. Laboratory work and related problem-solving exercises are integrated into most aspects of the coursework. This course provides students with an excellent foundation for understanding the molecular aspects of biology. Students will receive credit for this course and the grade will be averaged into the GPA. Attendance is mandatory and missing more than one (1) class may result in forfeiting credit for the course. Fee:

$1,200.00


U. S. History - World War II in American Culture Length of Time:

3 Weeks (June 13-29)

Schedule:

Wednesday - Friday

Hours:

8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Instructor:

Dr. Gutowski

Grade Level:

11th and 12th grade

Credits:

.5 credit - Social Studies Elective

This course will examine the American perspectives of World War II as they have evolved over the past seventy years. Using the lenses of text and film, the class will focus on how changes in American society and selfperception have been mirrored in our portrayals of the Second World War. Texts to be read will include Hemingway's Across the River and Into the Trees and Mailer's The Naked and the Dead. Films will include The Best Years of Our Lives, Kelly's Heroes, Flags of Our Fathers and Letters from Iwo Jima. This class may be taken as a Social Studies elective and a KAP credit and the grade will be averaged into the GPA. Attendance is mandatory and missing more than one (1) class may result in forfeiting credit for the course. Fee:

$600.00

Art I-3D (Sculpture) Length of Time:

2 Weeks (July 30-August 10)

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Hours:

9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Instructor:

Cynthia Lowry

Grade Level:

9th-12th grades

Credit:

.5 credit – Fine Arts

Sculpture utilizes 3D materials to create 3D expressions of art. In this class you will be exposed to clay, wire, glass, paper and more to create one-of-a-kind 3D pieces of artwork. No prior knowledge or experience with any of the materials is required to be highly successful in this class. Students will receive credit for this course and the grade will be averaged into the GPA. Attendance is mandatory and missing more than one (1) class may result in forfeiting credit for the course. Fee:

$600.00


Speech & Debate Length of Time:

2 weeks (July 16th – 27th)

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Hours:

9:00 – 4:00

Instructor:

Mrs. Janis

Grade Level:

9th – 12th grades

Credits:

.5 credits – speech

One of the most valuable skills that a person can acquire is the ability to speak confidently in public. This two week long course will concentrate on developing speeches for the numerous occasions which will arise where the student may be called upon to speak publicly. Members of the class will develop skills in oratory, debate, and the oral interpretation of literature. During the second week of this class, the students can choose to focus on a specific area of interest. They can continue working on developing their general speaking skills or they can choose to focus on one of the specific areas recognized by the National Forensic League and the Ohio High School Speech League in order to develop a presentation which could be utilized in competitions in the future. Whether the student is taking the course merely to develop confidence and skill or is working on developing a forensic presentation, this course will allow that person to reach the goal. Students will receive credit for this course and the grade will be averaged into the GPA. Attendance is mandatory and missing more than one (1) class may result in forfeiting credit for the course. Fee:

$600.00


Catalyst – Grades 9-12 summer option This summer program is by application only with permission of instructor. The application will open February 27 and close on April 13. Summer Catalyst, a science elective, is a five-week research externship in which students are paired with mentors at prominent institutions throughout the Greater Cleveland area. Students spend approximately 40 hours per week working on an authentic research project at a site assigned based upon student interest and abilities. Weekly journaling with a Gilmour instructor, composition of an original newspaper article, and participation in a research symposium in the fall are included among course requirements. The program is designed to help students discover the nature of science, think critically in a research context, and effectively communicate scientific information to various audiences. Catalyst demands of students a high degree of independence, responsibility, and initiative. Participants are responsible for their own transportation and parking fees. Any questions should be directed to Deanne Nowak, nowakd@gilmour.org. Instructor: Deanne Nowak FEE:

$1,100.00


Leadership and Civic Learning  

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This summer program is by application only. The application will open March 1st and be due May 1st. Class will meet from 9:00am -12:00pm on the following days: June 18th, 19th, 20th, and 21st June 29th, July 13th, July 20th July 25th and 26th  Students will complete 50 hours of externship between June 21st July 24th in an organization that promotes the welfare of Cleveland or the region. Students will make presentations to the community on July 27, 2012 – Students MUST attend this event to make their presentations.

What is the role of the individual in creating a vibrant, healthy community? What does it mean to work for the common good? These are questions that are tackled in Rebuilding Cleveland, but can be approached from a different perspective in a community-based externship. In this program, students will explore these questions through a community-based externship, while developing the skills and thought processes that are both valued by leaders in the community and necessary for promoting the common good. Students will study civic engagement and citizen-leadership in a supervised externship program with organizations throughout the community. Students will learn the role of every citizen in serving their community and making it a better place, while exploring their own potential as leaders in their chosen field. The placements will be based on student interest, but will reflect Gilmour’s mission of developing the competence to see and the courage to act, with organizations that seek to make a difference in the city of Cleveland. Possible topics are unlimited, but could include arts management, marketing, art and design, social entrepreneurship, social justice, criminal justice, public policy, government, economic development, law, urban studies, social work, anthropology or sociology. Any questions can be directed to Arin Miller-Tait at taita@gilmour.org. Instructor: Arin Miller Tait Fee:

$600.00


Summer Study Skills Workshop Length of Time: Schedule: Hours: Grade Level: Instructor:

Two weeks (July 9 – July 19) Monday - Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Incoming 9th Graders Whitney Daly

This class is designed to hone study skills necessary for success in the transition to high school. Students will examine their learning styles and develop skills in time management, organization, note taking, studying, and test taking. The course will also explore the importance of critical thinking, problemsolving, and active reading, as well as provide useful information about how to get the most out of the GA experience. Fee:

$200.00

LEGO League Robotics – Introductory Engineering and Programming Length of Time: Schedule: Hours: Grade Level: Instructor:

One Week (June 11- June 15) Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – Noon Incoming 6th - 8th Graders Jennifer Ault

The FLL LEGO robotics course offers students the opportunity to learn introductory programming skills while building and redesigning a robot to do challenging tasks. Students will also build their analytical, engineering design, and communication skills. This course is designed to stand alone as a science application course or continue during the school year when the students will be able to join a team and compete against other schools. Fee:

$250.00


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