Brunswick Summer 2020 Enrichment Offerings

Upper School

Fundamentals of Algebra II Mr. Abraham Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

This course serves as preparation for Algebra II by focusing on the foundations of essential topics including Functions, Exponents, Complex Numbers, Trigonometry, and more.

For rising 9th, 10th, and 11th graders. Calculator required.

Writing Workshop Mr. Potter Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Two (10:30a-12p), Session 3 (12:30p-2p)

This course is designed to help students of all writing levels to strengthen their academic writing skills.

For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.

Biology Readiness Prep Mr. Hruska Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

This course is for students starting Biology in Fall 2020 and will include introductory topics in scientific investigation, biochemistry, macromolecules and cellular physiology.

For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.

Prove, Persuade, and Delight: Public Speaking & Intelligence Brief Writing Workshop Mr. Adams Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Spend the first week of the course studying great examples of rhetoric from history and film and draft and deliver your own work before studying the lightning framework for delivering actionable plans responding to historical conflicts and role-playing outcomes in week two.

For rising 9th, 10th, and 11th graders.

A Byte of Java Mr./Mrs. Gupta Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Three (12:30-2p)

This course is designed for students with no experience in coding and will provide a clear, organized, and straightforward introduction to the basics of Java programming to help get a head start for Computer Science courses offered in the Upper School.

For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.

Latin II Honors Readiness Dr. Salazar Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Prepare for Latin II honors by reviewing and reinforcing the first third of the elementary grammar and plug any holes that are discovered.

For rising 9th graders enrolled in Latin II Honors.

Intro to Geometry Mr. Abraham Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

This course serves as preparation for Geometry by focusing on the foundations of essential topics including Angles, Properties of Parallel Lines, Areas of Shapes and other important concepts.

For rising 9th graders. Calculator required.

Intro to Geometry Mrs. Warne Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

This course serves as preparation for Geometry by focusing on the foundations of essential topics including Angles, Properties of Parallel Lines, Areas of Shapes and other important concepts.

For rising 9th graders. Calculator required.

The SCOTUS Seven: Seven Supreme Court Decisions that Changed America Mr. Fischetti Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Two (10:30a-12p), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Examine one of the seven cases each day for the first seven days of class that have changed America and on the final day convene a moot court competition under an opening statement, point-counterpoint, summation format.

For rising 9th and 10th graders.

Chemistry Readiness Prep Mr. Hruska Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p), Session Three (12:30-2p)

This course is designed for any student placed in Chemistry beginning Fall 2020 and will cover the introductory ideas for topics such as significant figures, atomic theory, electron configuration, periodic table organization, and more.

For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.

A Byte of Python Mr./Mrs. Gupta Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

This course is designed for students with no experience in coding and will provide a clear, organized, and straightforward introduction to the basics of Python programming to help get a head start for Computer Science courses offered in the Upper School.

For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.

Introduction to Biology Ms. Norrgard Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Students will be introduced to common themes seen throughout Biology and to

scientific investigation

For rising 9th graders.

SAT Math Prep Mrs. Warne Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

Week 1 of this course will cover Heart of Algebra/Problem Solving and Data Analysis and take a practice SAT test.

For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. Calculator required. Take Week 1, Week 2, or both!

Fundamentals of Algebra II Mr. Kaptcianos Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

This course is for any student preparing to take Algebra II for Fall 2020 and will explore topics including Functions, Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities, Complex Numbers, Composite Functions, Trigonometric Functions, and much more.

For rising 9th, 10th, and 11th graders. Calculator required.

Physics Readiness Mr. Arthmire Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

This one-week course is designed for students taking Physics in the fall and will introduce topics such as using graphs to show correlation, Newton’s Laws, momentum, gravity, energy and more.

For rising 11th and 12th graders.

Fundamentals of PreCalculus Mr. Kaptcianos Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

This course is for any student preparing to take PreCalculus for Fall 2020 and will explore topics including Composite Functions & Domains, Quadratic Equations & Functions, Exponential Functions, and more.

For rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. Calculator required.

Chemistry Readiness Mr. Arthmire Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

This one-week course is designed for students taking Chemistry in the fall and will introduce topics such as parts of the atom, molarity, pH, gas laws, and more.

For rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.

Physics Readiness Mr. Arthmire Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

This one-week course is designed for students taking Physics in the fall and will introduce topics such as using graphs to show correlation, Newton’s Laws, momentum, gravity, energy and more.

For rising 11th and 12th graders.

Fundamentals of Algebra II Mr. Kaptcianos Week 2 , Session One (9-10:30a)

For rising 9th, 10th, and 11th graders. Calculator required.

SAT Math Prep Mrs. Warne Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

Week 2 of this course will cover Passport to Advanced Mathematics/Additional Topics and take a practice SAT test.

For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. Calculator required. Take Week 1, Week 2, or both!

Chemistry Readiness Mr. Arthmire Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

This one-week course is designed for students taking Chemistry in the fall and will introduce topics such as parts of the atom, molarity, pH, gas laws, and more.

For rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.

Fundamentals of PreCalculus Mr. Kaptcianos Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

For rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. Calculator required.

Middle School

Real World Math Explorations Ms. Delane Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Explore a variety of mathematical concepts and complete logic problems as the group spends one week discussing the mathematics of opening a Lower School Spirit Store and the second week discussing mathematics involved in the Summer Olympics.

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

Basic Writing Skills Ms. Foyle Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Spend two weeks learning the skills of how to write a great paragraph, including strong topic and concluding sentences, adding details, transition words, exciting verbs, hooks, and revising and editing the final piece — help students understand that organizing, clarifying ideas, and improving grammar and presentation are essential to strong writing.

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

“Sign of the Beaver” Book Club Mrs. Collins Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Read this classic historical fiction novel about survival together while discussing story elements such as setting, characterization, conflict and theme, as well as exploring the historical time period (European settlers expanding to the wilds of Maine in 1768) in which the book takes place.

For rising 4th and 5th graders. “Sign of the Beaver” book required.

Fraction Review Mrs. Strileckis Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Review and expand on fraction lessons from 5th grade including improper fractions and mixed numbers as well as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and mixed numbers.

For rising 6th graders.

Exploring Engineering Mrs. Taylor Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Take a deeper look into the design process and how it works by addressing a problem by following the steps of the design process to brainstorm possible solutions, make prototypes, test prototypes, and redesign their model to find the best possible solution.

For rising 6th graders.

MS Math Level 3 Readiness Mr. Landesman Two Weeks, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Prepare for MS Math Level 3 with daily challenge problems, games, and live lessons focusing on a review of 6th grade Pre-Algebra and a preview of 7th grade Algebra 1.

For rising 7th graders. Calculator required.

Get Coding Mrs. Hull Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Learn how to write code to build your own website, app, and game using programming languages HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and exploring a variety of platforms.

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Materials required.

Conducting Historical Research Ms. Baldwin-Kress Two Weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Students will learn valuable research skills they can apply to history classes and beyond, such as evaluating sources and constructing strong arguments while exploring fascinating moments in history, from the Battle of the Bulge to Navajo Code Talkers and will also have the chance to research and write about a historical topic of their choosing.

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

The SCOTUS Seven: Seven Supreme Court Decisions that Changed America Mr. Fischetti Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

For rising 7th and 8th graders.

Summer Reading Mrs. Burdett Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Two (10:30a-12p)

This summer course has been designed to both strengthen the reading skills necessary for school success and to develop a daily practice of reading for pleasure; we will use short passage comprehension exercises, short stories, and poetry to practice annotation and note-taking for better comprehension and retention and to develop analytical skills and explanation of supporting textual details.

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

Math Boot Camp Mrs. Spaulding Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Do you want to sharpen your math skills before middle school? This course serves to provide a review of concepts such as long division, fractions decimals, and percents. The main focus will be on mastering word problems while also having fun with numbers.

For rising 5th graders.

Exploring Engineering Mrs. Taylor Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p), Session Three (12:30-2p)

For rising 5th graders.

MS Math Level 4 Readiness Mr. Landesman Two Weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Prepare for MS Math Level 4 with daily challenge problems, games, and live lessons focusing on a review of 7th grade Algebra 1 and a preview of 8th grade Algebra 1.

For rising 8th graders. Calculator required.

Narrative Writing Mrs. Strileckis Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

This course will help students tell stories based off of real life experiences by using brainstorming, plot-diagrams, figurative language, exciting verbs and adjectives, dialogue, and other story-telling elements.

For rising 5th, 6th, and 7th graders.

Presentations & Public Speaking Mr. Crosby Two Weeks, Session Three (12:30-2p)

This course will focus on creating dynamic, engaging presentations and will include tips and tricks on how to improve your public speaking skills while exploring shortcuts and tech tips that help speed up and improve the creative process.

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

Animal Research Club Ms. Johnson Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

Build your research skills by choosing an animal and studying it using various sources of information and showcase your findings in a presentation to the group at the end of the week.

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

Introduction to iMovie Mr. Coupe Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

Learn the magic of movie making with iMovie by creating movies using both still photos and video clips and learn about transitions, titles, and inserting audio.

For rising 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. iPads available for loan if you need iMovie.

Preview of 6th Grade Math Mr. Bruce Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

This course is designed to help boost confidence prior to entering 6th grade math by introducing many of the topics that you will learn during the school year.

For rising 6th graders. Calculator required.

Technology Drives Design and Art Mrs. La Riviere Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

Learn about the different ways that technology guides direction in architecture, painting and photography by observing presentations and creating your own art with the opportunity to share your work with your classmates.

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Materials required.

Theatre Workshop Dr. Redler Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

Students will be provided short scenes to perform together as well as write their own monologues and scenes to present and perform while learning basic theatre terminology.

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

Decision Making on the Battlefield Mr. Krasnow Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Each day in this course you will explore important battlefield decisions, both good and bad, throughout history and evaluate how leaders make a decision and live with consequences.

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

Wick LEGO Masters Mr. Martell Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Participate in daily LEGO challenges with different themes, instructions and rules with a chance to showcase your work at the end of the class.

For rising 4th and 5th graders. Students must have their own LEGO at home.

Are you Smarter than a Brunswick Student? Ms. Dumoulin Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Participate in a competition based off of some of your favorite game shows! Each day will focus on a different academic discipline and you will participate in a lesson on that day’s topic before the game begins.

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

Presentations & Public Speaking Mr. Crosby Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

The Science of Life and Cool Things Mr. Dawson Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Two (10:30a-12p)

In The Science of Life and Cool Things, students will have the opportunity to explore answers to some of the most fascinating questions that exist in science using an interactive and hands-on approach, dividing their time between teaming up to tackle deep-dives into research-based questions and building solutions with everyday items that exist within their homes.

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

Wick LEGO Masters Mr. Martell Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

Participate in daily LEGO challenges with different themes, instructions and rules with a chance to showcase your work at the end of the class.

For rising 4th and 5th graders. Students must have their own LEGO at home.

Are you Smarter than a Brunswick Student? Ms. Dumoulin Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

For rising 4th and 5th graders. Printer required.

Animal Research Club Ms. Johnson Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

Build your research skills by choosing an animal and studying it using various sources of information and showcase your findings in a presentation to the group at the end of the week.

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

More Magic Mr. Coupe Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

Build upon the coin tricks you began learning during distance learning this year by learning more tricks with coins, card tricks, and other magic using creative materials from around the house.

For rising 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders.

Preview of 6th Grade Math Mr. Bruce Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

This course is designed to help boost confidence prior to entering 6th grade math by introducing many of the topics that you will learn during the school year.

For rising 6th graders. Calculator required.

The Science of Life and Cool Things Mr. Dawson Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Two (10:30a-12p), Session Three (12:30-2p)

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

Coding with Scratch and ScratchJr Mr. Coupe Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Students will learn coding basics on ScratchJr before creating interactive stories, games, and animations with a focus on critical thinking and collaboration.

For rising 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. Materials required.

Presentations & Public Speaking Mr. Crosby Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

Technology Drives Design and Art Mrs. La Riviere Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Materials required.

Decision Making on the Battlefield Mr. Krasnow Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Each day in this course you will explore important battlefield decisions, both good and bad, throughout history and evaluate how leaders make a decision and live with consequences.

For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

Lower School

Math Magic Ms. DeMarco Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Further develop your confidence in math, your ability to make connections, and your math problem solving skills through the use of brain puzzlers, games, and picture books.

For rising 2nd and 3rd graders.

Real World Math Explorations Ms. Delane Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

Basic Writing Skills Ms. Foyle Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Three (12:30-2p)

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

“Shiloh” Book Club Ms. Myer Two weeks, Session One (9-10:30a)

Stay on top of your reading skills this summer as we work our way through “Shiloh” together, the first book of a four-book series and be ready to finish the rest of the series on your own over the remainder of the break!

For rising 4th graders. “Shiloh” required.

“Sign of the Beaver” Book Club Mrs. Collins Two weeks, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

For rising 4th and 5th graders. “Sign of the Beaver” book required.

Wick LEGO Masters Mr. Martell Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Participate in daily LEGO challenges with different themes, instructions and rules with a chance to showcase your work at the end of the class.

For rising 2nd and 3rd graders. Students must have their own LEGO at home.

Creative Writing Mrs. Weitzman Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

Explore different styles of creative writing including pourquoi tales, tall-tales, fractured fairy tales, and poetry while creating a group story as well as creative writing of your own.

For rising 2nd and 3rd graders.

Animal Research Club Ms. Johnson Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

Build your research skills by choosing an animal and studying it using various sources of information and showcase your findings in a presentation to the group at the end of the week.

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

Introduction to iMovie Mr. Coupe Week 1, Session One (9-10:30a)

Learn the magic of movie making with iMovie by creating movies using both still photos and video clips and learn about transitions, titles, and inserting audio.

For rising 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. iPads available for loan if you need iMovie.

Wick LEGO Masters Mr. Martell Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Participate in daily LEGO challenges with different themes, instructions and rules with a chance to showcase your work at the end of the class.

For rising 4th and 5th graders. Students must have their own LEGO at home.

Are you Smarter than a Brunswick Student? Ms. Dumoulin Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

Great Americans and Beyond! Ms. Crane Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Each day you will learn about a different influential person through presentations including their biography and their accomplishments. The class will have a creative and hands on activity in relation to the person of study. A discussion of character traits and showcasing students work will finish each class.

For rising 2nd and 3rd graders.

Bruins LEGO Masters Ms. Siegert Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Gather together at the beginning of each class for a story about the day’s project. From there the boys will work independently to build their project before joining up at the end of the session to share their creations as a group.

For rising Kindergarten and 1st graders. Students must have their own LEGO at home.

3...2...1..Rockets! Mrs. Patterson Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Learn design thinking while building and launching stomp rockets together--it will be out of this world!

For rising 2nd and 3rd graders. Materials required.

Space Exploration Mr. Coupe Week 1, Session Two (10:30-11:30a), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Continue exploring the fascinating aspects of space by learning about black holes and following

the journey of current astronauts on the space station and create space-themed projects with

materials around the house.

For rising 1st graders.

Wick LEGO Masters Mr. Martell Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Participate in daily LEGO challenges with different themes, instructions and rules with a chance to showcase your work at the end of the class.

For rising 4th and 5th graders. Students must have their own LEGO at home.

STEM 2 Mrs. Spaulding Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

Resolve predicaments found in children's stories using creative thought and innovation to craft and build your very own problem-solving solutions as you work through the stages of design thinking. (Participation in STEM 1 is not required).

For rising 2nd and 3rd graders. Materials required.

Are you Smarter than a Brunswick Student? Ms. Dumoulin Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

For rising 4th and 5th graders. Printer required.

Animal Research Club Ms. Johnson Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

Build your research skills by choosing an animal and studying it using various sources of information and showcase your findings in a presentation to the group at the end of the week.

For rising 4th and 5th graders.

More Magic Mr. Coupe Week 2, Session One (9-10:30a)

Build upon the coin tricks you began learning during distance learning this year by learning more tricks with coins, card tricks, and other magic using creative materials from around the house.

For rising 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders.

3...2...1..Rockets! Mrs. Patterson Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Learn design thinking while building and launching stomp rockets together--it will be out of this world!

For rising 2nd and 3rd graders. Curbside pickup of materials.

Coding with Scratch and ScratchJr Mr. Coupe Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Students will learn coding basics on ScratchJr before creating interactive stories, games, and animations with a focus on critical thinking and collaboration.

For rising 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. Materials required.

Wick LEGO Masters Mr. Martell Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

Participate in daily LEGO challenges with different themes, instructions and rules with a chance to showcase your work at the end of the class.

For rising 2nd and 3rd graders . Students must have their own LEGO at home.

Bruins Book Club Mrs. Snetzko Two weeks, Session One (9-10:00a)

Join in on the fun with lots of read alouds, crafts, and projects as you explore the works of Mo Willems and the Mr. Men series.

For rising Kindergarten and 1st graders. Materials required.

Bruins LEGO Masters Ms. Siegert Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

For rising Kindergarten and 1st graders. Students must have their own LEGO at home.

Bruins Science Club Mrs. Snetzko Two weeks, Session Two (10:30-11:30a), Session Three (12:30-1:30p)

Learn about sharks, frogs, the beach, rocks, seashells, and fish as you get ready for summer!

For rising Kindergarten and 1st graders. Materials required.

Pre School

Bruins Book Club Mrs. Snetzko Two weeks, Session One (9-10:00a)

Join in on the fun with lots of read alouds, crafts, and projects as you explore the works of Mo Willems and the Mr. Men series.

For rising Kindergarten and 1st graders. Materials required.

Bruins Science Club Mrs. Snetzko Two weeks, Session Two (10:30-11:30a), Session Three (12:30-2p)

Learn about sharks, frogs, the beach, rocks, seashells, and fish as you get ready for summer!

Materials required.

Bruins LEGO Masters Ms. Siegert Week 1, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

For rising Kindergarten and 1st graders. Students must have their own LEGO at home.

Bruins LEGO Masters Ms. Siegert Week 2, Session Two (10:30a-12p)

For rising Kindergarten and 1st graders. Students must have their own LEGO at home.