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6th Grade Academics

All New Program! New choices and options.

Fight summer slide and continue learning. 6th Graders can get their first taste of being an SI student in this five-week, morning academic program. They will rotate through three classes each morning. Many students enroll in afternoon camps to create a full day on campus. There will be a period dedicated to eating lunch and socializing before their next scheduled class or camp. During this time, campers will partake in games, ping-pong, sports, and other fun activities put on by SI staff. Lunch is not provided, campers must bring a bag lunch or sign up for hot lunch through St. Ignatius. All details on hot lunch ordering will be sent out closer to camp start by St. Ignatius via email. 

2024 Dates: June 10-July 12 (closed June 19 and July 4-5), Mon-Fri 9am-12pm

All 6th-grade students will enroll in three classes:

  1. Math (Math for 6th Graders or Pre-Algebra) 
  2. Elective (Art or Maker Space)
  3. English (Humanities)

*Students are given their preferences on a first-come basis. We will not be offering single course options, every student must take all three courses. 

Math

Students will select their math class during registration. Math levels can be changed during the first week of summer school if necessary.

  • Math for 6th Graders - This course is for students who are on grade level and want to practice specific skills expected in most 6th-grade common core math courses. Students will review and practice working with decimals, fractions, and simple variable equations. Word problems, simple geometry, measurement, and reading graphs will also be addressed. This course is designed to reinforce solid math skills and practice real-world applications of math.
  • Pre-algebra - This course strengthens the student's foundation in fractions, decimals, percentages, and operations with negative numbers.  Students will also learn how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide variable expressions.

Elective

Choose One:

"Art" with Ms. Katie Wolf, SI Teacher/Artist
Join in making original art works to take home. You will cover a full range of creative discovery from drawing and painting to the addition of 3D elements. You will be inspired by our observation of Nature, the master designer, as well as famous painters, sculptors and architects. Come join us and find your own creative spark!

"Maker Space" with Mr. Andrew Toney, SI Engineering Teacher
Maker Space is designed to be a project-based approach to studying the world of engineering and physical science. This course is set-up as a series of short mini units, which will explore different key concepts of building and creativity. These concepts are brought to life as students, independently and cooperatively, design and build creative models, such as catapults and roller coasters, using everyday supplies.

Language Arts

Do you love to read? Or, could you use some additional motivation to work on your reading skills? Has writing felt like a chore, or would you like to learn skills to express yourself? This summer is the perfect time to strengthen your skills and build your confidence. Effective readers and writers engage with the books, learning how to “talk” to the text and how to ask questions about the story. Confident writers have opinions and the skills to back it up! Students will read high interest fiction, like The Eyes and the Impossible by Dave Eggers, or Hummingbird by Natalie Lloyd, engage in lively discussions, and write about their ideas in both formal and informal ways. Students will review parts of speech, sentence structure, and paragraph structures, as well as practice how to annotate a text and participate in class discussions!

Optional Zero Period Add-ons: 

Start your day an hour earlier and get more out of summer. These options run every day of Summer Academics from 8:00-8:50am.

Study Skills & Organization

This course will assist students in developing the skills (Time Management, Test Taking Strategies, Note-Taking, and Study Environment) necessary to study effectively and productively and will provide practice in the strategies that will allow students to succeed in their classes. 

For more information and to register, visit Study Skills & Organization.

Multimedia Design

Multimedia design is for those who are interested in developing computer, multimedia, and design skills through creative web, print, and animation projects. 

For more information and to register, visit Multimedia Design.

Prepare for Camp

  • Review Release Forms: All participants agree to this Medical and Liability Release Form
  • What to wear? Comfortable, school appropriate attire (pack a sweatshirt)
  • What to bring? Water bottle, snack, notepad, or tablet
  • Where to go? SI Main Entrance

Dates & Prices

Programs: SISF Academics
Age Group: 10 - 12
Gender: Co-Ed
Open to rising 6th Graders. Registration closes May 31.
Half Day 9am-12pm $2,250.00
Availability: Open

* Please note, times may vary on the first and last day of camp.
For additional camp information and dates call us at 1-800-433-6060 ext 5 we would be happy to help you.