SMES US Summer Courses 2012

Course Descriptions

Summer Programs 2012

ST. MARGARET’S EPISCOPAL UPPER SCHOOL

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Introduction

ExpectationsPlease read carefully.

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The Summer School experience should be rewarding and fun, so to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all, there are some important policies all students need to follow. This serves as the Summer Upper School Handbook of Conduct.

• Students are expected to adhere to the Upper School philosophy of “Honor, Diligence, and Decency.” Students may be dismissed from the class for not adhering to this philosophy. Behavior problems will not be tolerated.

• Semester and yearlong courses will meet from 7:45-1:15 each day. Breaks will be given at regular intervals. July 4th will be a holiday.

• In order to receive credit, students may be absent no more than one (1) full day from a yearlong or semester course.

• Tardiness will be recorded; three tardies in excess of 30 minutes total will constitute an absence.

• All students will be expected to maintain a C- average or better in the course. A grade below C- at the end of any quarter may result in the student being dropped from the course.

• Textbooks will be purchased using the online distributor we use for all Upper School classes and should be ordered early enough to obtain the texts by the first day of class. The link to this site will be available on the Summer Programs website by June 1st.

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• Chemistry and conceptual physics students will be required to purchase goggles from the SMES bookstore the first day of class and wear them during all laboratory experiments. Failure to bring goggles to class daily could result in the student being dismissed from the lab.

• Students must dress appropriately in conservative, neat, clean attire which meets the guidelines of the free dress policy outlined in the Parent Student Handbook & Directory. Hair must be standard color. All science students must wear shoes that cover their entire foot at all times. Students will be dismissed from class for not following these guidelines. Any time missed will accrue as absences.

• During the Summer Session, upper school students are permitted to go to the Ortega Business Center during breaks in their class mainly to purchase snacks. However, students are not allowed to loiter in the student parking lot located in the Business Center, nor drive in cars, nor venture beyond the perimeter of the Business Center, nor be late returning to class. All SMES expectations apply to them when they are in the Business Center. Parents and students must understand that there will not be any direct St. Margaret’s supervision of students while in the Business Center.

NOTE: Any student who is dismissed from a class for grades, conduct, or absences will not receive a tuition refund.

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Summer School 2012 - Course Descriptions

Year-Long Courses June 25 - July 11

These five week courses are equivalent to year-long classes and run every weekday except for July 4.

Courses start promptly at 7:45 and will conclude at 1:15 with appropriate breaks.

Please carefully note any prerequisites and materials needed.

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ALGEBRA IB

Algebra IB is designed to reinforce basic algebra skills while developing logical thinking. Problem-solving techniques are used extensively with solving equations, polynomials, factoring, algebraic fractions, systems of linear equations and inequalities, functions, and rational and irrational numbers, along with a preview of probability. Note: SMES students may only take this class if they have had Algebra I or Algebra IA at SMES.

Prerequisite: Pre-algebra or Algebra IA and approval of the Math Department

Instructor: Kate Meloney and Andrew Johnson

Location: Rm. 757

Tuition: $1800 (plus the cost of books)

GEOMETRY

Geometry stresses inductive and deductive reasoning and higher level thinking skill. Through the use of theorems, postulates and definitions, students use their reasoning skills to prove theorems about basic geometric shapes. Throughout the course both plane and solid geometric applications are stressed. Skills previously introduced in algebra are maintained through the solution of various types of geometry problems.

Prerequisite: Algebra I and approval of the Math Department

Instructor: Steve Sherman

Location: Rm. 702


Year-Long Courses: June 25 - July 27

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CHEMISTRY

Chemistry instructs the student in the study of matter and energy. The topics include structure and states of matter as well as chemical reactions. Descriptive chemistry and laboratory work, including the qualitative and quantitative aspects of experimental design, are emphasized.

Prerequisite: Conceptual Physics, Algebra II and approval of the Science Department

Instructor: Joe Ingalls Location: Rm. 755 Tuition: $1800 (plus the cost of books, goggles & model kit)

CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS

Conceptual Physics is a required foundation course for future study in physics, chemistry, and biology. Students learn to think scientifically by studying basic concepts in physical science including statics, kinematics, the Scientific Method, Newton’s

Laws, Conservation Laws, elementary chemistry, and biochemistry.

Students are guided by lecture, demonstration, and lab investigation through topics of historical interest to important scientists. Students explore these topics by reading, question & answer (journal), artistic rendering (portfolio) and problem-solving. Students present their understanding not only by traditional assessment, but also in PowerPoint presentations, model-making, computer simulation, and using Excel spreadsheets to present data. Students are asked to question topics like the scientists whose lives they study, with answers changing through the year. They learn basic laboratory skills, and apply mathematics to problem-solving, including ratio and proportion, scaling, formulas, vectors, graphing, slopes, and linear equation.

Prerequisite: Algebra I and approval of the Science Department

Instructor: Bob McDaniel Location: Rm. 750 Tuition: $1800 (plus the cost of books, goggles & model kit)

Year-Long Courses: June 25 - July 27

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First-Semester CoursesJune 25 - July 11

These 2.5 week courses are equivalent to semester-long classes and run every weekday except for the July 4th holiday.


Please carefully note if there are any prerequisites.

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BIBLE AS LITERATURE I – OLD TESTAMENT

This course surveys the History of Israel, acquainting students with the structure and narrative of the Hebrew Bible. We examine the formation of the Israelite nation, Covenant Traditions, the Development of the Monarchy, and the History of the People to the Exile. This course requires outside reading of the Biblical text and parts of an additional text book.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor: The Rev. Mary Marjorie Bethea

Location: Rm. 766

Tuition: $900

BIBLE AS LITERATURE II – NEW TESTAMENT

This course is designed for a multi-religious classroom community. Students will explore the content, context, and interpretation of the Gospels, Acts, and selected Epistles. Discussions will focus on various literary, historical and theological interpretations of the text. This course requires outside reading of the Biblical text.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor: The Rev. James Livingston

Location: 764

Tuition: $900

First-Semester Courses: June 25 - July 11

Religion & Philosophy

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PHILOSOPHY

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the nature of philosophical and ethical reasoning. This will primarily be accomplished through 1) a survey of Hellenistic philosophical thought with an eye towards its subsequent influence upon western philosophy and 2) the study of ethics. During the course of the philosophical survey, students will engage the major thinkers and schools of philosophical thought (ancient and modern) that have shaped western culture. Within the ethics component, this class seeks to develop students’ moral faculties through the study of contemporary ethical issues and moral cases.

Prerequisite: Bible as Literature I or II AND jr. or sr. standing.

Instructor: Chico Jones

Location: Rm. 762

Tuition: $900

WORLD RELIGIONS

This course focuses on the roles religious belief and ritual behaviors have in the shaping of human self-understanding. A special emphasis is placed upon inculcating in students a sense of respect for religions other than one’s own. Though students are introduced to the profound ideas and practices of many religions, special attention is directed towards seven of the world’s enduring religious traditions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Judaism, Islam, and Christianity.

Please Note: Field trips are a required component of this course. A list of dates and times will be posted on this site as soon as they are available. Hours that are spent on these evening and weekend field trips will be deducted from the last day of class.

Prerequisite: Bible As Literature I or II

Instructor: Peggy Beemer

Location: Rm. 765

Tuition: $900



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HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

Human Development is designed to engage students in discussion and reflection on various aspects of life as they enter their high school years. The course focuses on helping students become more aware of themselves, their family, and the world around them while they make the transition from adolescence to adulthood. Students are taught how to make appropriate and responsible choices when they are faced with the many challenges of high school and adulthood. The course is discussion-driven and allows and encourages students the freedom to speak openly in a supportive environment without judgment.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Patty Canright

Location: Rm. 753

Tuition: $900


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JOURNALS AND WRITING SKILLS:

A PREP COURSE FOR ENGLISH AT ST. MARGARET'S Recommended for students new to SMES as well as those hoping to gain additional experience and confidence in English.

Students will grow in their abilities as both reflective and analytical writers in this course. Literature journals are the core for all writing in English classes at St. Margaret’s; they provide students the opportunity to sharpen their critical writing skills while maintaining and exploring their personal voices and experiences. Journals are also a critical component of the essay writing process as they serve as a basis for original thought and understanding of the literature at hand.

Students will learn and grow as journal writers in their study of selected novels, short stories, and possibly film. The course will allow students to articulate their ideas in open discussions with their teacher and peers. These discussions will foster the confidence and comfort necessary of students if they are to be successful participants in their English classes throughout the regular school year.

The teacher will provide personalized feedback and grammatical instruction to guide their writing, and the last assignment of the class will allow students to formalize the thoughts developed in the journals in an argumentative, thesis paper.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Krista Nava

Location: Rm. 653



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MILITARY HISTORY

In this semester-long survey course, students examine military history from the Napoleonic Wars through the Gulf War in 1991. Discussion will include a wide range of issues about which students will be expected to think and form opinions about to include: technology, professionalism, strategy, logistics, administration, and military policy, and course battles and war.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Rocky Parker

Location: Rm. 763

Tuition: $900


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Second-Semester CoursesJuly 12 - July 27

These 2.5 week courses are equivalent to semester-long classes and run every weekday.


Please carefully note if there are any prerequisites.

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BIBLE AS LITERATURE I – OLD TESTAMENT

This course surveys the History of Israel, acquainting students with the structure and narrative of the Hebrew Bible. We examine the formation of the Israelite nation, Covenant Traditions, the Development of the Monarchy, and the History of the People to the Exile. This course requires outside reading of the Biblical text and parts of an additional text book.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor: The Rev. Phil DeVaul

Location: Rm. 766

Tuition: $900

PHILOSOPHY

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the nature of philosophical and ethical reasoning. This will primarily be accomplished through 1) a survey of Hellenistic philosophical thought with an eye towards its subsequent influence upon western philosophy and 2) the study of ethics. During the course of the philosophical survey, students will engage the major thinkers and schools of philosophical thought (ancient and modern) that have shaped western culture. Within the ethics component, this class seeks to develop students’ moral faculties through the study of contemporary ethical issues and moral cases.

Prerequisite: Bible as Literature I or II AND jr. or sr. standing.

Instructor: Chico Jones

Location: Rm. 762

Tuition: $900

Second-Semester Courses: July 12 - July 27


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WORLD RELIGIONS

This course focuses on the roles religious belief and ritual behaviors have in the shaping of human self-understanding. A special emphasis is placed upon inculcating in students a sense of respect for religions other than one’s own. Though students are introduced to the profound ideas and practices of many religions, special attention is directed towards seven of the world’s enduring religious traditions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Judaism, Islam, and Christianity.

Please Note: Field trips are a required component of this course. A list of dates and times will be posted on this site as soon as they are available. Hours that are spent on these evening and weekend field trips will be deducted from the last day of class.

Prerequisite: Bible As Literature I or II

Instructor: Peggy Beemer

Location: Rm. 765

Tuition: $900



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HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

Human Development is designed to engage students in discussion and reflection on various aspects of life as they enter their high school years. The course focuses on helping students become more aware of themselves, their family, and the world around them while they make the transition from adolescence to adulthood. Students are taught how to make appropriate and responsible choices when they are faced with the many challenges of high school and adulthood. The course is discussion driven and allows and encourages students the freedom to speak openly in a supportive environment without judgment.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Mel Taylor

Location: Rm. 753

Tuition: $900


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INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

In this semester-long course, students study modern international politics from a global perspective. Students develop an understanding of major historical, political, economic, and environmental developments of the world and how they impact relations between states/international organizations. This course is taught in conjunction with, but not exclusive to, the Model United Nations program.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Rocky Parker

Location: Rm. 763

Tuition: $900


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Conclusion

Essential Policies

Please carefully read through these policies as you will need to digitally agree to them before registration can be completed.

Questions or concerns? Please contact us.

Cell/Text: 949.289.1644

Email: [email protected]

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Enrollment:

• Students are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis. The tuition, minus a $100 administrative fee, is refundable through June 1st. After this date the total is nonrefundable in cases of withdrawal. If a course is cancelled and a comparable course is unavailable or not preferred, the full tuition amount will be refunded by August 1st.

• If a student joined a class’ waiting list, no payment will be required during registration. If an opening occurs (due to withdrawal or the opening of an additional section), you will be notified and given the opportunity to enroll and then be charged if appropriate.

• We reserve the right to cancel classes that do not attract the minimum number of students or due to emergency circumstances. The decision to cancel and/or add sections will be made following the close of registration on June 15th. Keep in mind that under such circumstances teacher assignments may be altered.

• Students not enrolled at Saint Margaret's during the 11/12 school-year must submit a medical release form to the nurse's office prior June 25th. The form will be attached to your registration confirmation email.

Fees:

• For PS, LS, & MS enrichment courses, the tuition includes classroom materials and supplies.

• For LS & MS athletic camps that require off-campus facilities (golf and tennis), the tuition is higher to reflect the additional cost of paying facility usage fees.

• For US classes, tuition does NOT include textbooks. Please see the appropriate link on our Summer Programs website for textbook purchases.

• For US classes you will need to acquire additional gear and supplies. Please carefully note the information in the catalogue and/or course syllabi.

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Dress Code & Behavior:

While summer on campus might be a bit more relaxed at times than during the regular school year, we will be following the regular “free dress” guidelines. Also, the information in student handbooks and codes of conduct regarding discipline remain in force during Summer Programs. For additional details, please see the appropriate sections of each program's catalogue and/or course syllabi as appropriate.

Attendance:

• Upper School – It is imperative that students attend all classes. Due to the accelerated pace, rigorous material, and essential activities involved in the US summer program, students must (no exceptions) meet the attendance requirements to participate. Dates are non-negotiable. Each student is allowed only one absence (regardless of the reason). Three tardies will constitute an absence. If more than one day is missed, students may be dropped from the course without receiving credit. If this occurs, no refund will be issued.

• Pre/Lower/Middle Schools – Because of the focused nature of these offerings, we strongly encourage timely attendance every day, particularly in those that focus on academic skills. Regardless of attendance, no refund will be given.

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