Academic Workshops 2012 - Summers @ Lausanne

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1 ACADEMIC CAMPS 2012 Lausanne Collegiate School Summer Camp Summers @ Lausanne | 1381 West Massey Road | Memphis, TN 38120 | 901-474-1013 | www.lausanneschool.com/summer SK - 12th Grades

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To help incoming students to Lausanne Collegiate School prepare for the next grade level and to provide students with a review of certain subjects, Summers @ Lausanne offers several academic workshops for students in all grade levels. Coursework, taught by Lausanne teachers, ranges from mathematics to English to Spanish and Mandarin to basic reading and typing skills and a welcome to Kindergarten. Courses are designed for students in Rising JK through 12th grade.

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Lausanne Collegiate School Summer Camp

Summers @ Lausanne | 1381 West Massey Road | Memphis, TN 38120 |901-474-1013 | www.lausanneschool.com/summer

SK - 12th Grades

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2012 Summer Academic Workshops

Getting Ready: Preparing for 9th Grade English 9th grade • July 23 - July 27 (1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

Ginger Reese Fee: $150

This program is designed to help assess and identify areas of

growth for more success in the upper school English program.

The sessions are designed for transfer students to Lausanne

Collegiate School from other K-8th Grade programs to get an

early look at the essential skills and content that is covered in

our 9th grade course of study. Upon completion of the course,

students will have an action plan of areas for improvement and

possible strategies and resources to assist their further preparation

for upper school English.

Getting Ready: Preparing for Upper School Mathematics9th - 12th grade • July 30 - August 3 (8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)

TBD Fee: $150

This program is designed to help assess and identify areas of

growth for more success in the upper school mathematics

program. The sessions are designed for transfer students to

Lausanne Collegiate School from other K-8th Grade programs to

get an early look at the essential skills and content that is covered

in our geometry and Algebra courses of study. Upon completion

of the course, students will have an action plan of areas for

improvement and possible strategies and resources to assist their

further preparation for upper school mathematics.

Essential Student Skills for the Upper School: A Workshop for Greater Achievement9th - 12th grade • July 30 - August 3 (1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

Dr. Tom New Fee: $150

This highly interactive program is designed to complete a battery

of diagnostic inventories that will provide participants with a much

more realistic and workable awareness of the key skills and habits

that they will need to be highly successful in a very challenging

upper school program. Participants will leave the multiple sessions

with a better grasp of how they learn best and what habits of the

mind they need to further strengthen as they seek to excel in their

upper school studies.

Art and Critical Writing Course9th - 12th grade • July 9 - 13 (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)

Kelly Geer, Upper School Honors English Teacher Fee: $150

The goal of this course is to develop critical thinkers and critical

writers; my approach is to create critique circles that examine in a

student-directed and egalitarian way, different mediums of artistic

expression and how we approach writing about our interpretations

and impressions of such great works of art. We will examine

visual art, poetry, music, film, and sculpture, and strategic methods

that foster skills in critical writing: expressing core suppositions,

using evidence to support our suppositions, imbuing writing with

an original response, using transitions cleverly to pursue context

perspective and the importance of a delicate understanding of

detail and how it integrates a critical stance and provides depth

and texture, much as it does for the signified artifice that is being

examined. At the close of this week long course, students will feel

empowered with a discerning eye and a motivated hand to pen

their observations and perspectives, and comfortably share their

perspectives in the context of their critique circles.

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Middle School Math & Algebra Essentials(5th - 8th grade)July 23 - August 3 (1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

Dean Wheaton, Middle School Mathematics Teacher Fee: $300

This course is aimed at reinforcing students’ understanding of

mathematical and algebraic skills and concepts in preparation

for higher level courses. We will investigate topics focused on

giving students a strong foundation for success in pre-algebra

and algebra. Beginning with a brief review of arithmetic

skills, students are introduced to the early middle school math

topics, including signed numbers and variables and their use in

problem solving, polynomials, exponent rules, multi-step and

rational equations/inequalities, and even a preview of radicals.

Students will learn to create, analyze, and interpret graphs in

their study of statistics. Geometry continues to be explored,

with students classifying polygons and using measurement skills

to find the perimeter, area, and volume of geometric figures.

Students should expect to be actively challenged with a variety

of meaningful problems, refreshing projects, and interesting real-

world applications.

Intro to Mandarin - Middle SchoolJuly 30 - August 3 (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)

Jessie He Fee: $150

This class is designed for beginners to learn the Chinese language

in use. Class will focus on introducing basic vocabulary, simple

practical dialogues and some relevant culture tips. We use

Confucius Institute Online to introduce the on-line and audio

study resources, Chinese culture introduction and interactive

center, including blog, forum, albums, Chinese Bridge, etc. The

students will try to write traditional calligraphy, water painting,

make dumping and tea. The students are encouraged to ask

questions and use Chinese after class as more as possible.

Intro to Mandarin - Lower SchoolJuly 30- August 3 (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)

Sarah Li, Lower School Mandarin Teacher Fee: $150

This Basic Chinese class is designed for new students and students

who have not taken Chinese class

before. This class will give them exposure to Chinese language.

There are 5 elements to this class:

1.) Speaking – Students will learn how to speak the following in

Chinese: basic greeting words, family members, numbers from 1 to

100, 17 fruits, 13 colors, and a greeting conversation.

2.) Listening – To develop students’ listening skill, they will

learn to listen to English words and translate what they mean in

Chinese. They will also learn to listen to Chinese words and

translate what they mean in English.

3.) Writing – Students will learn how to write numbers from 1 to

10 in Chinese. The goal is to teach them to write simple Chinese

words in the correct sequence of strokes.

4.) Reading – Students will be able to recognize basic Chinese

greeting words. They will be able to look at pictures and tell what

they are in Chinese.

5.) Basic introduction to Chinese culture – Students will be

exposed to basic introduction of Chinese culture including Chinese

traditions and art (such as paper cutting art).

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Keyboarding 1019th - 12th grade • July 30 - August 3 (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)

Kathleen Plyler, Middle School Language Arts Teacher Fee: $150

This keyboarding class will cover an introduction to the proper

techniques in typing with the intent to improve speed and

accuracy. Included in this class will be the basics in Microsoft

Word as well as an explanation of the keys of “QWERTY”, the

Microsoft keyboard.

Middle School English

July 23 - August 3 • (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)

Ginger Reese Fee: $300

Join us this summer to review all aspects of the writing process.

We will review the parts of speech and the components of a

sentence and a paragraph and work toward a five-paragraph

expository essay. We will review those classroom exercises that

will teach us to write more efficiently and to employ vocabulary

that helps us utilize just the right word. We will diagram our

sentences to see the parts of speech at work. Additionally,

students will review rules of punctuation, study sentence variety

and sentence fluency, and add to their vocabularies, all in the

interest of polishing their written work. Each student will leave

this course with a good review of both grammar and the writing

process.

Camp Invention3rd - 6th grade • July 9 - July 13 • 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Joy Stephens & Erica McBride Fee: $300

Led by Lausanne educators, the weeklong Camp Invention

program immerses elementary school children in exciting, hands-on

learning disguised as fun, summer activities. Children will explore

alternative energy to power robotic creatures, investigate intellectual

property tools, and help save avatars by rebuilding a virtual world!

Math on the Menu

1st & 2nd grade • June 18 - June 22 • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Peggy Boatwright Fee: $135

Explore various math concepts by using food, playing games and doing fun hands-on activities. Use menus and pretend to order and take orders from classmates while staying within your budget. Come hungry and ready to have fun!

Reading is Big JK & SK • June 18 - June 22 • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.1st & 2nd • June 25 - June 29 • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Leslie Holm Fee: $135

Do you need extra practice in reading? Reading help is on the way

with this camp by a certified first grade teacher. We will do shared

reading, guided reading and independent reading. Don’t go to a

tutor when you can get reading help right here at Lausanne. Mrs.

Holm will help motivate you to read and teach you that reading

is fun! READING IS BIG! Let’s build your reading foundation/

enrichment this summer.

Swim into SKJuly 23 - July 27 • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m

Rhonda Robertson Fee: $125

Get ready for the school year and get acquainted with your classroom. You will have the chance to observe your surroundings in a small group. We will get to know one another and the Lausanne campus. Get ready for a sneak peek of what’s to come!

Flying into 1st GradeJuly 23 - July 27 • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m

Leslie Holm Fee: $125

Get ready to fly into 1st grade! Refresh your math and writing skills while preparing for your new school year!

2nd Grade Awaits You!July 23 - July 27 • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m Robin Fessler Fee: $125

Allow me to introduce your child to the creative world of

2nd grade! Children will participate in activities designed

to strengthen team- building and problem-solving skills

as well as have fun with a survey that will reinforce the

type of learners we are! We will become acquainted with

routines and expectations which will include Readers and

Writers Workshop mini-lessons as well as the 2nd grade

projects. Utilizing classroom technology, we will review

math concepts while playing the game of Jeopardy. Your

children will walk away with confidence and a connection

to 2nd grade.

Welcome to 3rd GradeJuly 23 - July 27 • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Rebecca Ryan Fee: $125

Welcome to 3rd grade! Students will meet one of the third

grade teachers and be introduced to the general routines

and procedures of third grade. Students will learn about the

third grade academic expectations including the basics of

Reader’s and Writer’s Workshop, as well as learning about

what units are studied during the year-long City Project.

Addition and subtraction with regrouping will be reviewed

and other concepts introduced in third grade will be

presented. Cursive handwriting will also be revisited during

the camp.

Middle School Bootcamp

July 23 - July 27 • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Kathleen Plyler Fee: $125

Kick Start the new school year! Along with study skills

and self-advocacy strategies, students will practice in hands

on activities covering: goal setting, time management,

learning styles, reading comprehension, summarization and

paraphrasing techniques, summer reading materials, test

strategies and much more to get off on the right foot.

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2012 Summer AcademicCredited Courses

Spanish I

June 18 - July 27 (excluding July 2 - 6) • (12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Mavis Negroni, Upper School Spanish Teacher

Fee: $900 (No Credit) / $1200 (Credit)

Spanish I introduces students to the language and culture of

Spanish-speaking countries. Students will acquire a practical

working knowledge of Spanish pronunciation, vocabulary,

and grammar, while exploring Hispanic cultures, history, and

geography. Although the textbook and its ancillaries will serve as

the foundation of the course, numerous other authentic resources

will be used to support student understanding of grammar and

vocabulary, as well as to foster a deeper appreciation of culture.

These resources include, but are not limited to websites, movies,

commercials, audio files, magazine and newspaper articles, as

well as literature excerpts. By the end of the course, students

will be able to accurately talk about the present using regular,

stem-changing, reflexive and irregular verbs, talk about the past

in its most basic form (preterit), ask for information, express

likes and dislikes, describe with accuracy people and their

surroundings, use an extensive functional vocabulary (cardinal

numbers, nationalities, professions, household items, calendar,

places, physical description, body parts, daily routine, weather,

dates, time, colors, clothing, numbers, and family, among others)

as well as manage a preliminary range of linguistic structures

that will allow them to strongly communicate at a basic-mid

level. Classes are taught in Spanish and students are expected to

speak in the target language. Students will be evaluated through

tests and quizzes, short compositions, short oral presentations,

short listening activities and projects. Final accrual of credit is by

successful performance on a comprehensive exam (75%).

Algebra IJune 4 - July 6 (8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)

Instructor TBDFee: $900 (No Credit) / $1200 (Credit)

Pre-requisite: Successful completion of pre-algebra program

This course is the bridge between elementary and higher level

mathematics and is designed to lay the conceptual foundations

for advanced mathematical courses. In addition to the focus on

algebraic manipulations of equations, problem-solving and critical-

thinking skills are emphasized. Algebraic principles are connected

with other areas of mathematics, other disciplines, and real-world

applications to provide students with a better understanding of

how algebra is relevant to their lives and their futures. Final accrual

of credit is by successful performance on a comprehensive exam

(75%).

GeometryJune 4 - July 6 (1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Instructor TBD Fee: $900 (No Credit) / $1200 (Credit)

Pre-requisite: Successful completion of pre-algebra program

This course includes the study of the terms, properties, and

relationships related to the study of plane geometry and

introductory solid geometry. Also included is the study of lines,

planes, angles, and polygons, and their specific properties and

relationships, along with some coordinate geometry and elementary

geometric figures. A major purpose of this course is for students

to acquire a strong foundation in the basic definitions, postulates,

theorems, and properties of plane geometry, as well as to develop

deductive reasoning in proofs and problem-solving. Final accrual

of credit is by successful performance on a comprehensive exam

(75%).

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I have read and fully understand the Refund Policy and registration information. Summers @ Lausanne reserves the right to refuse enrollment with no refund to students who demonstrate disruptive or unsafe behavior. Summers @ Lausanne reserves the right to cancel any camp or program that does not meet the minimum enrollment requirements. I authorize the summer program director to arrange for emergency treatment by qualified personnel for my child. I give authorization for Summers @ Lausanne to use my child’s photograph in any future web or print advertisment or publicity. I give permission for my child to participate in Summers @ Lausanne transportation and field trips. (Each camp will send out additional forms with detailed information about field trips.)

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June 4 - July 6

Algebra 1 (8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) $900 No Credit | $1200 Credit

Geometry (1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.) $900 No Credit | $1200 Credit

June 18 - July 27 (excluding June 2 - 6)

Spanish 1 (12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.) $900 No Credit | $1200 Credit

June 18 - June 22

Reading is Big JK & SK (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $135

Math on the Menu (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $135

June 25 - June 29

Reading is Big 1st & 2nd grade ( 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $135

July 9 - July 13Art and Critical Writing Course (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $150 Camp Invention (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) $300

July 23 - July 27

Getting Ready: Preparing for 9th Grade English (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) $150

Swim into SK (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $125

Flying into 1st grade (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $125

2nd Grade Awaits You (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $125

Welcome to 3rd Grade (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $125

Middle School Bootcamp (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $125

July 23 - August 3

Middle School Math & Algebra Essentials (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) $300

Middle School English (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $300

July 30 - August 3

Getting Ready: Preparing for Upper School Math (8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) $150

Essential Student Skills for Upper School (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) $150

Intro to Mandarin - Lower School (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $150

Intro to Mandarin - Middle School (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $150

Keyboarding (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $150

Please contact me with any questions:

Devon Pohlman

Summer Camp Director

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