High School Summer Academic
High School Summer Programs
Academic Classes (9th - 12th Grade)
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Before signing up for summer academic courses, please check with your counselor regarding which semester you are remediating or let them know you are looking to advance into an upper level course prior to the fall semester. They will help you determine if you are required to take 3 weeks (Semester 1 or 2) or all 6 weeks. Each “semester” is referred to as Session 1 or Session 2 respectively. For additional information, refer to the student-parent handbook, page 27 for “Retaking a Course policy”.
All courses run Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 1:00pm, with the exception of June 19th and July 4th in observance of federal holidays.
Additional Information
Off Campus Summer School Credit
We encourage St. Francis students to remain on-campus for any academic classes they may take in the summer. This is the only way we can guarantee alignment with curriculum in subsequent courses. However, we also understand there may be instances in which a student wishes to complete a summer course at another Catholic high school. In this case, a St. Francis student will need prior approval from an Assistant Principal in order for a non-St. Francis course, taken at another Catholic high school, to be applied towards her graduation requirements, transcript, and GPA. See your Counselor to obtain an approval form or to set a plan to remediate specific courses prior to registering for any off-campus courses.
English Courses
English Summer Remediation
Session 1: June 10- July 19, 2024
Time: Due dates/Check-ins need to be
arranged with the instructor, Mrs. Jennifer Ferrara
Location: Students may be required to
attend campus or complete their assignments via distance
learning. This is determined by Mrs. Ferrara and
students/families.
This course is for students of St. Francis who are rising 10th-12th graders. Depending on the course that a student is remediating, there will be specific assignments to complete per the agreement and arrangements made with the instructor. Upon successful completion, students will move on to their next level course in the fall. Please check in with your counselor and Mrs. Ferrara for approval to remediate English over the summer. Students will need regular access to their Chromebook and assigned reading.
Price: $250 per session, $500 for 6 weeks
Math Courses
Integrated Math 2 (IM2)*
Session 1: June 10 – 28, 2024 from 8:00am - 1:00pm
Session 2: July 1 - 19, 2024 from 8:00am - 1:00pm
Integrated Math 2 will culminate the conceptual standards of traditional Algebra 1/Integrated Math 1 and Geometry courses, preparing students to matriculate into Algebra 2. The focus of the course is quadratic expressions, equations, and functions, and comparing their characteristics and behavior to those of linear and exponential relationships from Math 1. In addition, it will introduce complex numbers, explore the link between probability and data, the relationships of right triangle trigonometry, and prove basic theorems (using a variety of methods) about circles, similarity, congruence, and triangles. Integrated Math 2 consists of standards selected from the Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability conceptual categories. UC/CSU A-G approved – c Mathematics. NCAA approved.
Grade: 10-12
Mathematics Credit: 10
Prerequisites: Integrated Math 1
(Required)
Required Supplies: Texas Instruments TI-84 plus
graphing calculator.
Price: $800 for 6 weeks, $400 per session
Priority given to current St. Francis students for remediation or
advancement to Honors Chemistry
*This course meets 6 weeks from June 10th – July 19th. Students may remediate Semester 1 (session1) June 10th – June 28th, Semester 2 (session 2) July 1st – July 19th or take all 6 weeks to advance into an upper level course in the Fall. Please check in with your counselor prior to registering for summer!
Math Summer Remediation
Session 1: June 10 - July 19, 2024
Time: Due dates/Check-ins need to be arranged
with the instructor, Kore Zimmerman
Location: Students will be required to attend
campus to complete their assignment. This in-person schedule is
determined by Mrs.
Zimmerman and students/families.
This course is for students of St. Francis who are rising 10th-12th graders. Depending on the course that a student is remediating, there will be specific assignments to complete per the agreement and arrangements made with the instructor. Upon successful completion, students will move on to their next level course in the fall. Please check in with your counselor and Mrs. Zimmerman for approval to remediate Math over the summer. Students will need regular access to their chromebook, notebooks and calculator.
Price: $250 per session, $500 for 6 weeks
Non-Credit Courses
JUST ADDED! College Essay Writing Workshop
June 10 – 14, 2024, 8:00am to 10:00am (for rising 12th graders only)
During the College Essay Writing Workshop, students will commit to drafting, editing, and finalizing their personal statement/Common Application main essay, in addition to selecting at least two supplemental essay topics to finish. With full engagement to the tasks of the week, all students will end the workshop with a plan in place to tackle any remaining writing tasks with support from their peers and from the workshop instructor.
This course is being offered on campus and in person. Classroom location will be emailed one (1) week prior to the start of the course.
Cost: $200
Troubie Prep* BY INVITATION ONLY
July 1 - July 19, 2024 from 8:00am - 1:00pm
*This course is by invitation only to St. Francis students
This enrichment course examines 3 areas; English readiness, Math readiness & Study skills. The English readiness course focuses on reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and research. The math readiness focuses on fundamental math concepts, test prepardness, learning tools & tips. This course also emphasizes the variety of study skills necessary to succeed at St. Francis and gives students the tools they need throughout four years of high school. The goal of this course is to empower and inspire students as they transition to a new academic environment. This course is by invitation only.
Required Supplies: Texas instrument TI-84 or TI 84 Plus or TI-84 Plus CE.
Cost: $400
SF 101* (open to incoming St. Francis 9th graders only)
Session 1: June 24th – June 28th
Session 2: July 8th – July 12th
Time: 8:30 am – 11:30 am
This course is designed to give incoming 9th grade students a jumpstart to their high school experience. Getting familiar on the first day of school can be intimidating! Students will get to participate in fun activities, discussions and campus tours all while getting familiar with being on campus. This course will also explore everyday Troubie experiences that every student will have at one time or another; going to the library to study, musical or choir rehearsals, club activities, getting cookies from the Caf, opening a locker, visiting our tech department for those frozen screens or lost passwords and much more! Students will also learn about the many leadership opportunities and ways to get involved and become a part of this amazing sisterhood. Not only do our students, and beautiful campus, make for a great place to spend your summer. Our wonderful staff and faculty make St. Francis High School a great place to be! This non-credited course is a great way to brush off those nerves, and even better, pay it forward by lending a hand to another fellow Class of 2028 peer on her first day. So come join us this Summer for SF 101!
Cost: $150
Drivers Education
Session 1: June 10 – 21, 2024 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
This course is designed to help the student become a responsible driver who is well aware of and better able to manage the risks of distracted driving. With this goal in mind, responsible driving also addresses such issues as resisting harmful peer pressure and social pressure, exercising emotional control, and developing social responsibility. Course includes 27 hour class time and 3 hours of independent study; 30 hours total for course completion in compliance with DMV regulations. No absences or make-ups allowed. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of completion and will be eligible to take the permit test. You must be 15 ½ years old to take the CA permit test and 15 to take this class.
Price: $250
Prerequisite: This course is open to boys and girls who are at least 15 years old by the start of the summer session. No Book Required.
Level: 9-12, male and female students
Credit: 0
Cost: $250
Other Credit Courses
These courses are offered onsite only
Health (Grade: 9-12, Health Credit: 5)
Session Dates: July 1st – July 19th
Time: 8am – 1pm, Monday – Friday.
Location: In person, On campus. Room is TBD.
Health is a one-semester required course for graduation. The course focuses on helping students understand and develop healthy behaviors. The student will assess her current lifestyle choices and set personal goals aimed at improving her quality of life. Students learn to identify teenage health and investigate women’s health issues in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Prerequisite: None
Cost: $400