Upperclasswomen Summer Courses
Summer enrichment offers rising sophomores, juniors and seniors the opportunity to learn new skills, explore their interests, have fun, and prepare for the fall. Registration will open later this spring.
Course Listing
Writers Boot Camp
Dates: June 16 - June 27 from 9:30-11 a.m. (no class on June 19)
Description: This class is designed for rising sophomores and rising juniors who wish to sharpen their writing skills in preparation for their upcoming English class. The first week, students read a story and delve deeply into analyzing the story's characters. They complete writing workshops and end the week with an in class writing assignment showing their characterization knowledge. The second week, students re-read the same story; this time focusing on figurative language. We then complete writing workshops with this focus and write a longer term writing assignment based on the feedback from the previous week's in class essay. This is an arduous course that requires focus and tenacity but it is a course that will build the confidence needed for a successful upcoming year!
Instructor: Ms. Cole - English Teacher
Tuition: $270
Grades: 10-12
Algebra II Boot Camp
Dates: June 16 - 27 (No Class Jun. 19), 12 - 1:30 PM
Description: This two-week intensive course is designed for rising sophomores and juniors who want to strengthen their algebraic skills before taking Algebra II. Students will learn to analyze and interpret different types of functions, including linear, quadratic, and exponential models. This course will help build student confidence and deepen understanding of key algebraic concepts. Students will practice foundational skills—solving equations, manipulating expressions, and working with exponents—providing a strong foundation for success in Algebra II.
Teacher: Brian Maloney, Math
Tuition: $270
Grade Level: Rising 10 and 11
Supplemental College Essay Workshop
Dates: August 4-8, 9 AM - 12 PM
Description: Rising seniors will have the opportunity to organize and write four supplemental essays in preparation for their college applications in the Fall. They will learn how to find the supplemental essays, brainstorm, construct, and edit these essays. They will leave the five-day course with four polished supplemental essays that have undergone peer and teacher review as well as a plan to complete any additional supplemental essays they may need. Given that supplemental essay prompts are often not released until August 1st, this workshop will take place August 4 - 8. If there is a high demand, we will also offer the same course again the following week August 11 - 15th.
Teacher: Katie Cole, English
Tuition: $300
Grade Level: 12
GENERAL INFORMATION
Location: Courses will take place on-campus.
Registration: Full tuition is due at registration. Enrollment is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitation will maintain a waitlist in Veracross in the event of cancellations. Visitation reserves the right to cancel any class that does not meet the minimum enrollment.
Financial Aid: A limited amount of financial aid is available for Summer Enrichment courses. If you would like to apply for aid, please email Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Janet Keller at janet.keller@visi.org.
Credit: Students do not earn credit for summer courses unless specifically noted in the course description.
Lunch: Lunch is NOT provided. Students taking multiple classes are responsible for their own lunch / snacks.
Questions: Contact Summer Enrichment Coordinator Eric Chalfin at eric.chalfin@visi.org.