Course Information
Summer World History & Geography 1
Who should register: Students who took two electives during their freshman year.
Cost: $495
Dates: Monday, June 24–Thursday, July 25
Times: 9:00–11:00 am or 12:15–2:15 pm (time is on first-come, first-served basis; selected time is not guaranteed)
Summer World History & Geography 2
Who should register: Students who took two electives during their sophomore year.
Cost: $495
Dates: Monday, June 24–Thursday, July 25
Times: 9:00–11:00 am or 12:15–2:15 pm (time is on first-come, first-served basis; selected time is not guaranteed)
Benilde Summer World History & Geography 1
Who should register: Students in the Benilde program who did not take World History & Geography 1 during their freshman year.
Cost: Included in Benilde tuition
Dates: Monday, June 24–Thursday, July 25
Times: 9:00–11:00 am or 12:15–2:15 pm (time is on first-come, first-served basis; selected time is not guaranteed)
Benilde Summer World History & Geography 2
Who should register: Students in the Benilde program who did not take World History & Geography 2 during their sophomore year.
Cost: Included in Benilde tuition
Dates: Monday, June 24–Thursday, July 25
Times: 9:00–11:00 am or 12:15–2:15 pm (time is on first-come, first-served basis; selected time is not guaranteed)
Cadet College Bootcamp
This in-person summer workshop will assist rising seniors with their college search process. Students will learn how to find the right “fit” institution, understand application platforms such as the Common Application and Coalition Application, visit local colleges and universities, participate in mock interviews with college representatives, and more! The Bootcamp will also demystify the application process for students and provide them with the confidence to advocate for themselves. At the end of the Bootcamp, in addition to completing the general portion of the Common Application, students will also finalize their activities list, resume, and personal information sections, along with building a college list and acquiring valuable interview skills. This Bootcamp is designed for enrichment purposes only; no credit will be given for completion.
Who should register: Rising Seniors
Cost: $100
Dates: Monday, July 8–Friday, July 15
Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm and ALL DAY Wednesday
College Essay Workshop
This two-week, virtual summer workshop will assist rising seniors in crafting their college application personal statement through a combination of synchronous Zoom instruction, supplemental pre-recorded videos and one-on-one Zoom conferencing.
Students will practice brainstorming activities; learn the content and structure of personal writing as compared to those of expository writing; and begin drafting their own personal statement. The workshop will also introduce students to the Common Application website and other logistics of the college application process, including managing due dates and collecting required materials. By the end of the workshop, students will have a working draft of their personal statement essay and be poised to revise and refine these drafts throughout the fall.
Who should register: Rising Seniors
Cost: $200
Dates: Monday, July 15–Friday, July 26
Times: 9:00–10:00 am
Important Information
Summer School Uniform
- Boys: khaki or blue pants, belt, collared shirt, or oxford. Shirts may be short-sleeved. No jeans, shorts, T-shirts, sneakers, or flip-flops.
- Girls: Slacks or skirts (to the knee or longer), collared shirt or oxford. Shirts may be short-sleeved. No jeans, midriff tops, T-shirts, sneakers, or flip-flops.