Academics Plus

Academics Plus is a summer enrichment program for boys entering Grades 6-8 that combines several layers of academic study, fine arts and team sports activities.  This program provides students with a better understanding of the Jesuit High School community and an opportunity to improve academic and team building skills.

Daily Program Schedule 

Cost

Financial Aid

Financial Aid is available to students with demonstrated need (applications will be verified).

Selection

The goal of the selection process is to ensure participation by a diverse group of students from various schools.  This IS NOT a first-come, first-served program. If a student is not selected for the program, the registration fee will be refunded.

Curriculum

Instruction is provided by current Jesuit or Jesuit trained teachers.  Students are assigned a counselor for the duration of the program.  Student/Counselor ratio averages 8:1.

Problem Solving – Mathematics

Critical thinking skills used in mathematics are often an area of concern.  With the A-Plus experience, each student works in a cooperative learning environment, where each member of the group contributes.  Individuals develop problem solving skills through the use of critical evaluation, examination, trial & error, and other creative approaches. Math games are used to develop these skills in challenging the student to explore new avenues to attack word problems and other complex tasks.  The students will review the strategies for continued growth in math concepts.

Reading and Test Taking Skills

The design of this course is to teach students how to study more efficiently and effectively.  Reading is crucial for success.  Each student will be shown specific steps that will allow them to improve comprehension and retention and to improve academic success.  In addition, test taking strategies are reviewed in this course.

Grammar and Study Skills Review

This course reviews parts of speech and grammar. Essential skills necessary for a strong English foundation and preparation for Foreign Language study. Students will also review study skills and preparation. Use of SQ3R and other study strategies will be presented.

Music Appreciation

The goal of this course is to provide students with a wide span of musical information, improving both their knowledge and skill. Listening examples will explore many different styles, from Beethoven to the Beatles and beyond. Beginning Music Theory will cover note names, rhythm, and dynamics. Students are provided with a Recorder, a real instrument, and taught to play songs as a group and individually. Hopefully, the students will be inspired to continue with music in high school.

Film Appreciation

This course will provide the students with the opportunity to use critical thinking skills to critique and analyze films while working on communications and verbal skills. We will also include writing and discussion with an awareness of social perspective and its impact on film making.