| Middle School Writing Workshop |
| for students entering grades 6–9 |
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The Middle School Writing Workshop offers students the opportunity to focus on a variety of writing skills. The goal is to equip students with the necessary skills to accomplish more sophisticated writing tasks. Areas of concentration include descriptive, persuasive, analytical and creative writing, in addition to shorter reflections and poems. There is also an emphasis on preplanning and revision. During this one-week intensive workshop, students learn techniques and strategies that prepare them for further success in the classroom. |
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Instructors: David Fuder and Michael Mahany, Parker Faculty |
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Hours: 9 a.m.–12 noon |
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Session I: August 12–16 (for students entering grades 6 and 7) |
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Session II: August 19–23 (for students entering grades 8 and 9) |
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Tuition: $330 |
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| Advanced Explorations in Mathematical Thinking |
| for students entering grades 7 and 8 |
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This course is available for students entering grades 7 and 8 who enjoy mathematics and want to delve into interesting math topics. Students enrolling should be comfortable and proficient with the mathematics that they have learned in school. They will investigate a sampling of mathematical topics through a balance of problem solving and hands-on activities. Students will gain greater mathematical knowledge and insight, and they will broaden their appreciation for the range of applications of mathematical thinking. |
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Instructor: Adam Colestock, Parker Faculty |
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Mon., Tue., Wed., & Fri.: 8:30–11 a.m.
Thursday (Field Trip): 8:30 a.m.–3:10 p.m. |
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Session: August 19–23 |
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Tuition: $225 |
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| Algebra II & Trigonometry |
| for students entering grades 10 and 11 who successfully completed high school Algebra I |
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This course, which is equivalent to a full-year course of Algebra II & Trigonometry, is available to students who wish to move ahead in their study of mathematics. Students learn trigonometric functions, their graphs and the unit circle. Students also look at linear equations, quadratic functions and their graphs. Additional topics include working with powers, roots, complex numbers and exponential and logarithmic functions. |
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Instructor: Ray Llanes, Parker Faculty |
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Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–1:30 pm (including a 30-minute lunch break) |
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Session: June 17–July 12 (no class July 4 and 5) |
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Tuition: $920 |
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| Pre-Calculus/Functions Course |
| For students entering grade 12 who have successfully completed Algebra 1+, Geometry+ and Algebra II/Trigonometry or students entering grade 11 who have successfully completed advanced Algebra I/II and Geometry/Trigonometry. |
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This course is available for students wishing to move ahead in their studies of mathematics and deepen their understanding of topics central to advanced mathematical coursework. The course will investigate functions from both an analytic and graphical approach, including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Conic sections, complex numbers and polar coordinates will also be explored. |
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Instructors: Emily Powers and Sven Carlsson, Parker Faculty |
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June 24–July 19: 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (lunch 12–12:30 p.m.)
June 24, July 3, July 12, July 17 and July 18:
8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. (lunch 12 Noon–12:30 p.m.) |
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Tuition: $1,000 |
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| Driver’s Education |
| for students entering grades 10–12 (must be 15 years old to participate) |
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There are two segments to our driver’s education program: |
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Classroom |
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The classroom portion of the program consists of 15 units of instruction, using visual aids, and learning the rules of the road in preparation for the learner’s permit. We cover basic car maneuvers and defensive driving theory in anticipation of in-car driving lessons. |
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Behind the Wheel Training |
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Students may drive and schedule this training only after obtaining a learner’s permit. The behind-the-wheel portion of the program includes eight hours of in-car sessions. Our instructors follow a full behind-the-wheel curriculum to cover different aspects of driving. We cover safe driving techniques, reinforce defensive driving skills and focus on proper seeing habits. Students qualify for a driver’s license after complying with all State of Illinois laws and regulations. |
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Instructors: Central Driving Academy |
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Hours: 1–3 p.m. |
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Session: June 17–July 11 (no class July 4 and 5) |
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Tuition: $570 |
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| ACT Prep Class |
| for students entering grades 11 and 12 |
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At the Academic Approach, we see ACT preparation as an opportunity to engage students in real learning. We, as teachers, are warm, supportive professionals who know how to make a classroom experience effective in raising scores, academically enriching and, just as important, enjoyable for the students.
Academic Approach classroom courses are uniquely effective and efficient because we provide a high level of customized teaching. As expert tutors, we know one size does not fit all, so we differentiate each class, customizing each study plan to the class’s specific strengths and weaknesses. We begin with a diagnostic test, and our proprietary, diagnostic analysis provides us with a powerful, in-depth understanding of the class’s most common and immediate learning needs.
Our extensive in-print and online coursework supports students with a comprehensive review of every rule and strategy necessary for test-taking success. Students retain access to Academic Approach’s exceptional online courses after the summer session ends so they can prepare flexibly for the ACT throughout the year.
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Instructors: The Academic Approach |
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Monday, 9 a.m.–12 noon
Tuesday–Friday, 9–11 a.m. |
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Session: August 5–23 |
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Tuition: $990 |
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| PSAT/SAT Prep Class |
| for students entering grades 10–12 |
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This week-long class begins with the administration and grading of a full-length PSAT. Instructors guide students through Academic Approach vocabulary, grammar, critical reasoning and math coursework, in both our in-print and extensive online materials, which students are able to access for continued preparation throughout the year. Students learn specific methods of critical reasoning, process of elimination and time management appropriate to the SAT standards. |
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Instructors: The Academic Approach |
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Hours: |
Monday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Tuesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–12 noon |
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Session: July 29–August 2 |
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Tuition: $480 |