Upper School Courses
Welcome to Brunswick School’s Summer Sessions for Upper School students! Offerings for students entering grades 9-12 are coeducational and run from June 9-June 27 for Session I, and July 7-July 25 for Session II. Preparatory and enrichment classes are available in Math, English, Computer Science, Languages, History, and the Arts. Please see each course description for additional details, timing, and dates. Registration is open to the public, and as class sizes are limited, enrollment will be on a first-come, first-served basis
Course Offerings
Arts — Brunswick Theater Workshop! (At Maher Avenue Campus) |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 12:30-3:30 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-12th | Teacher Name: Seth Potter, Matthew Kirby-Smith, Logan Stamey | ||
Course Size: 60 boys and girls | Cost: $2,480 | ||
Description: The Brunswick Theater Workshop will be an exciting and fun immersive theater experience. Using 2025-26’s middle school and upper school plays and musicals as a foundation, actors, and technicians will explore Acting, Musical Theater, Improvisation, Stage Combat, Puppetry, Choreography, Lighting and Stagecraft, and so much more. Come trip the lights fantastic with Brunswicks Theater team! Get a leg up on next year and be a part of this great company! (A shuttle will be provided from the Middle School campus to the Maher Avenue camps for participants enrolled in Session I morning classes at King Street) Materials Needed: None | |||
Arts — Summer Music Academy |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 12:30-2:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-9th | Teacher Name: Morgan Rubin and Peter Holsberg | ||
Course Size: 60 boys and girls | Cost: $1,730 | ||
Description: The Summer Music Academy is a comprehensive experience where students will have the opportunity for in depth study in their major instrument or voice and learn beginning music theory. Students will be able to perform in large ensembles and chamber groups. Performance opportunities will be available at the end of each week with a culminating performance the last week. This is ideal for students new to the middle school and students wanting to take their music making to the next level. Come and make music with us at 'Wick! Materials Needed: Instrument (if applicable) | |||
Computer Science — 3D Design and Printing |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 8:45-10:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-8th | Teacher Name: Audrey Onsdorff | ||
Course Size: 10 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: This course offers an introduction to the fundamentals of 3D design to students. Students work on hands-on projects and learn how to use Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to create their designs. They are introduced to 3D printers and learn how to export their files to bring their creations to life. Materials Needed: None | |||
Computer Science — ChatGPT Academy - Using AI Responsibly |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 10:30-12:00 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 7th-12th | Teacher Name: Sunil Gupta, IT Director and Chair, Computer Science Dept. | ||
Course Size: 10 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: "Struggling to grasp a tough concept in physics? Need someone to help break down a Shakespeare play? Want to understand the causes of historical events more deeply? We'll show you how to turn ChatGPT into your own study buddy who can explain things in exactly the way that clicks for you. You'll master the art of asking the right questions to deepen your understanding before tackling assignments, and learn how to use AI to create practice problems that build genuine mastery of any subject. **This course will be taught at the Upper School campus at Maher Avenue.** " Materials Needed: Windows or Mac laptop. Loaners available. | |||
Computer Science — Python Playgrounds - Coding for Young Minds |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 8:45-10:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 7th-12th | Teacher Name: Sunil Gupta, IT Director and Chair, Computer Science Dept. | ||
Course Size: 10 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: "Welcome to Python Playgrounds, where coding adventures await! This dynamic course launches middle and upper schoolers into the exciting world of Python programming. Through hands-on projects, students will master essential coding concepts like variables, conditionals, loops, and functions. But this isn't just about learning code – it's about bringing ideas to life! Participants will create their own interactive games, design custom animations, and develop problem-solving skills that extend far beyond the computer screen. Whether you're a curious beginner or have some coding experience, get ready to transform your ideas into working programs in this creative, collaborative environment. **This course will be taught at the Upper School campus at Maher Avenue.** " Materials Needed: Windows or Mac laptop. Loaners available. | |||
English — Building Blocks to Writing |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 8:45-10:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-8th | Teacher Name: Drew Dawson | ||
Course Size: 10 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: In this three week course, students will learn the intricacies of composing succinct single and multi-paragraph writing; in particular, persuasive and analytical writing. Most importantly, all students will be provided with some writing hacks used by teachers throughout Brunswick for outlining, formatting, paraphrasing, quotation and evidence implementation, citations, and testing claims and evidence with verifiable research. Materials Needed: Laptop and notebook | |||
English — MS Grammar |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 8:45-10:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-8th | Teacher Name: Logan Stamey | ||
Course Size: 10 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: In this course, middle school students will work on the grammatical skills necessary for success in the middle school English classroom. Materials Needed: None | |||
English — MS Grammar |
Course Length: Session II - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 7/7-7/25 ( 8:45-10:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-8th | Teacher Name: Logan Stamey | ||
Course Size: 10 boys and girls | Cost: $1,600 | ||
Description: In this course, middle school students will work on the grammatical skills necessary for success in the middle school English classroom. Materials Needed: None | |||
English — Reading Workshop |
Course Length: Session II - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 7/7-7/25 ( 10:30-12:00 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-8th | Teacher Name: Logan Stamey | ||
Course Size: 10 boys and girls | Cost: $1,600 | ||
Description: In this course, students will work on their reading and comprehension skills. Students will revisit critical literary devices necessary to grasp central literary themes in their reading. Students will also take time to learn skills to broaden their comprehension of texts. Materials Needed: None | |||
English — Writing Workshop |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 10:30-12:00 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-8th | Teacher Name: Logan Stamey | ||
Course Size: 14 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: This course will focus on enhancing student's writing at the middle school level. Students will work on brainstorming, planning, organizing their thoughts, and drafting of their writing. We will focus on argumentative and persuasive wrong, as taught in Brunswick's middle school. Materials Needed: Writing utensil and looseleaf paper | |||
Humanities and Social Science — Ancient Mythology of the Mediterranean |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 8:45-10:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-8th | Teacher Name: Tyler Boudreau | ||
Course Size: 16 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: Are you interested in the gods and heroes of Ancient Greece and Rome? This class will educate and enrich your understanding of Greek and Roman mythology. Students will learn the stories, characters, and origins of the many myths that formed the foundation of modern storytelling, and they will also get the chance to write and create their own interpretations of their favorite myths. Materials Needed: None | |||
Math — MS Math Level 1 Readiness |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 8:45-10:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th | Teacher Name: Amanda Turkel | ||
Course Size: 14 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: Prepare by reviewing the concepts of division, fractions, decimals, and percents. Our sessions will also include games and problem-solving challenges designed to strengthen skills and preview the concepts taught in 5th grade. Materials Needed: None | |||
Math — MS Math Level 2 Readiness |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 10:30-12:00 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 6th | Teacher Name: Amanda Turkel | ||
Course Size: 14 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: In Math Level 2 Readiness, students will reinforce foundational math concepts introduced in fifth grade while also projecting forward to new concepts soon to be introduced in math. Students will be shown how to make these mathematical concepts tangible and relatable to their everyday lives. Topics covered will include exponent rules, variables, graphing, introduction to factoring, strategizing word problems, and more. Finally, students will be challenged to solve fun, large math equations as an exercise to think big and beyond their own limitations in mathematics. Math will be made tangible and fun. Materials Needed: Pencils, clean paper, and a basic calculator | |||
Math — MS Math Level 3 Readiness |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 8:45-10:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 7th | Teacher Name: Kevin Landesman | ||
Course Size: 15 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: 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. Materials Needed: TI-84 Graphing Calculators are required | |||
Math — MS Math Level 3 Readiness |
Course Length: Session II - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 7/7-7/25 ( 8:45-10:15 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 7th | Teacher Name: Kevin Landesman | ||
Course Size: 15 boys and girls | Cost: $1,600 | ||
Description: 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. Materials Needed: TI-84 Graphing Calculators are required | |||
Math — MS Math Level 4 Readiness |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 10:30-12:00 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 8th | Teacher Name: Kevin Landesman | ||
Course Size: 15 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: 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. Materials Needed: TI-84 Graphing Calculators are required | |||
Math — MS Math Level 4 Readiness |
Course Length: Session II - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 7/7-7/25 ( 10:30-12:00 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 8th | Teacher Name: Kevin Landesman | ||
Course Size: 15 boys and girls | Cost: $1,600 | ||
Description: 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. Materials Needed: TI-84 Graphing Calculators are required | |||
Math & Computer Science — MathCounts - Coding the Future |
Course Length: Session II - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 7/7-7/25 ( 12:30-3:30 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 7th-10th | Teacher Name: Poonam Gupta | ||
Course Size: 6 boys and girls | Cost: $3,090 | ||
Description: "Dive into the exciting intersection of math and tech with our MathCounts course, tailored for students in grades 7 to 10. Designed to enhance your problem-solving skills and mathematical creativity and prepare you for competitions like MathCounts and AMC 8. Engage with challenging problems and topics, including advanced algebra, number theory, geometry, and combinatorics. As you progress, you'll bridge the gap between abstract math and practical applications by learning to read, understand, and write code, while building fascinating devices such as digital trumpets, motion alarms, night-lights, automatic pet feeders, and robots. These projects, powered by microprocessors, will allow you to see firsthand what digital prototyping platforms can achieve. Get set to write code that interacts with the world, reading sensor data and activating devices based on motion and proximity. Join us to unlock the potential of math in the real world, blending theory with hands-on innovation! **This course will be taught at the Upper School campus at Maher Avenue** " Materials Needed: None | |||
Math & Computer Science — MathCounts - Coding the Future & Robotic Adventures |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 12:30-3:30 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 7th-10th | Teacher Name: Poonam Gupta | ||
Course Size: 6 boys and girls | Cost: $2,880 | ||
Description: "Dive into the exciting intersection of math and tech with our MathCounts course, tailored for students in grades 7 to 10. Designed to enhance your problem-solving skills and mathematical creativity and prepare you for competitions like MathCounts and AMC 8. Engage with challenging problems and topics, including advanced algebra, number theory, geometry, and combinatorics. As you progress, you'll bridge the gap between abstract math and practical applications by learning to read, understand, and write code, while building fascinating devices such as digital trumpets, motion alarms, night-lights, automatic pet feeders, and robots. These projects, powered by microprocessors, will allow you to see firsthand what digital prototyping platforms can achieve. Get set to write code that interacts with the world, reading sensor data and activating devices based on motion and proximity. Join us to unlock the potential of math in the real world, blending theory with hands-on innovation! **This course will be taught at the Upper School campus at Maher Avenue** " Materials Needed: None | |||
STEAM — Engineering & Design |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 12:30-2:00 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-8th | Teacher Name: Amanda Turkel | ||
Course Size: 12 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: Students taking this course will define problems and solve them systematically through the "Engineering Cycle," a series of steps that engineers follow to find a solution to a problem. Students will define a problem and complete background research, choose a solution, build and test their prototypes, then make any adjustments and continue with the cycle. Students will utilize critical thinking and problem solving skills, collaboration, adaptability, initiative, effective oral and written communication, accessing and analyzing information, curiosity, and imagination. Materials Needed: None | |||
Study Skills — Note-taking, Organizational Skills, & Study Habits |
Course Length: Session I - 3 Weeks | Date & Time: 6/9-6/27 ( 10:30-12:00 ) | ||
Grade (Rising): Entering 5th-8th | Teacher Name: Drew Dawson | ||
Course Size: 10 boys and girls | Cost: $1,480 | ||
Description: In this three week course, students will learn two different annotation and note-taking strategies, while also using various mediums to practice implementing and adapting these strategies. This course also seeks to help students build a clear process from note-taking, to organization of content, and concrete study strategies for varied assessment formats. Materials Needed: Laptop and notebook | |||