Upper School
Summer School options for students entering grades 7-12 are currently offered to all eligible students. Students do not need to be enrolled in Lawrence School during the school year to take advantage of the Summer School Program. All classes are in session for four hours a day, and may require some work to be completed at home. Lawrence School is a chartered, private school, so any students who take courses offered for credit will receive an official transcript from Lawrence School.
Middle School Courses
An 11:1 ratio will be maintained for all middle school courses. Students will be provided with the materials and technology necessary to be engaged academically throughout the program. All classes will be taught by Lawrence School faculty, so the methodologies used throughout the year will be incorporated to meet the learning styles of those enrolled for the summer program. No homework will be assigned. Students are welcome to enroll in a morning class, an afternoon class, or both.
Math Essentials
This course is designed for the student who needs continued support in mastering basic facts, time and money management, consumer math and more. Students will be given the opportunity to apply these concepts in an experiential way so that they understand daily application of these skills.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday - Friday
Teacher: Mrs. Kaufmann
Cost: $700
Reading, Writing, and Assistive Technology
This course is designed for the student who continues to need support in reading fluency, reading comprehension, and getting his or her many wonderful ideas organized and on paper. Students will have the opportunity to become proficient in the use of Assistive Technology, including Read and Write Gold and Inspiration, in developing the skills of an independent learner.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday - Friday
Teacher: Ms. Cahlik
Cost: $700
Visualization and Verbalization – Reading Comprehension Strategies made fun!
This course is designed for the student who needs to develop the ability to comprehend, accurately recall, and effectively analyze the written text. These skills will be developed while reading a novel in class. Comprehension skills will be based on the “Six Super Strategies of Comprehension.” Students will also be exposed to Assistive Technology through the use of Read and Write Gold.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mrs. Rowe
Cost: $700
Organization, Note-taking, and Study Skills Strategies
This course is designed for the student who is working to develop independent strategies in organization and consistent work completion. Throughout this course, students will be given the opportunity to learn about various strategies and how they can best be implemented; ultimately choosing the strategy that feels most comfortable to them. All skills will be presented within the context of various content areas so the applied practice will have more meaning for the students.
Course Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Monday - Friday
Teacher: Ms. Cahlik
Cost: $700
Summer Singing
This course is designed to enhance the individual voice and develop musicianship through diverse experiences and musical activities. This course will conclude in a friends and family performance and reception.
Course Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. Donnellan
Cost: $700
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High School Courses:
An 11:1 ratio will be maintained for all high school courses. Students will be provided with the materials and technology necessary to be engaged academically throughout the program. All classes will be taught by Lawrence School faculty, so the methodologies used throughout the year will be incorporated to meet the learning styles of those enrolled for the summer program. Homework will be assigned in order to get through the core courses in four weeks. Students are welcome to enroll in a morning class, an afternoon class, or both. Students who wish to take a course for credit are welcome to do so. If you wish to have a letter of confirmation detailing your child’s performance shared with the home district, the contact information must be shared with the staff at Lawrence School.
Government
This course will cover all aspects of local, state, and federal government. Students will have the opportunity to develop independent thinking skills, note-taking skills, study skills and reading comprehension skills while learning to better understand the complexities of our governmental system.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. Gaug
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 10th – 12th grade
Cost: $800
American History
This course is a comprehensive study on the people, places, events and ideas that have shaped the development of the United States. This course will highlight colonial history, the birth of the American Republic, Civil War, and the development of Modern America.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. Deal
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 9th, 10th and 11th
Cost: $800
Algebra I Basics
This course is designed for the student who is preparing to take Algebra I and would benefit from the opportunity to develop confidence when solving algebraic equations. Topics that will be covered will include working with whole numbers, decimals, and fractions, working with basic geometric concepts and working with integers.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Ms. Meiling
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 9th and 10th graders
Cost: $800
Geometry – A better understanding
This course is designed for the student who just completed Algebra I and is looking to develop skills in Geometry prior to taking the course during the 2008-09 academic year. This course is also appropriate for the student who experienced Geometry, but would benefit from a refresher course over the summer in order to solidify his/her skills.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Teacher: Mr. D. Thompson
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 9th, 10th, and 11th grade
Cost: $800
Creative Writing and More!
This course is for the student who is interested in learning how to creatively express his/her thoughts through writing. The student will learn the art of writing creatively while completing writing projects which will include: Short stories, folk tales, poetry, and other various genres.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Ms. Salmi
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 9th – 12th grade
Cost: $800
Keyboarding
This course will provide students the opportunity to increase their accuracy and speed when typing. Students will be use a keyboarding program, as well as unique, enriched lessons that will help students better understand and appreciate the importance of proficiency when typing.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. Iorillo
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 8th, 9th and 10th grade
Cost: $800
Forensics
This course is designed for the student who is interested in a future in Criminal Justice or simply enjoys the research seen while watching CSI. This is a lab based summer course that will afford each student the opportunity to work independently, as well as in small groups to analyze data collected, analyze various “crime scenes” and develop the skills to gather data using various means of research.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mrs. Callahan
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 11th – 12th grade
Cost: $800
Creating in the Kitchen
Students will learn the importance of creating meals based on a balanced diet. They will be responsible for all aspects of preparing the meal, from shopping lists to setting the table. Students in this course will have special permission to be transported off-site as they learn to be wise consumers and aware of the various market experiences that Cleveland and Akron have to offer.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Miss Rinas
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 9th – 12th grade
Cost: $800
Developing a Character…Fun with Drama!
This course is designed to take students through the process of developing, analyzing and critiquing their dramatic character. Activities will include movement exercises, improvisation exercises, monologue reading, and theatrical expression.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. Donnellan
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 9th – 12th grade
Cost: $800
Reading, Writing, and Assistive Technology
This course is designed for the student who continues to need support in reading fluency, reading comprehension, and getting his or her many wonderful ideas organized and on paper. Students will have the opportunity to become proficient in the use of Assistive Technology, including Read and Write Gold and Inspiration, in developing the skills of an independent learner.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. Nist
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level 9th, 10th
Cost: $800
Cardiovascular and Weight Training
Students will learn the importance of living a healthy lifestyle by maintaining a schedule that includes healthy cardiovascular activity. Students will also learn how to safely use equipment and lift in a way that is either fitness or strength based. This course will require students to work in the weight room, the gymnasium, and outside.
Course Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. J. Thompson
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 9th – 12th grade
Cost: $800
Environmental Science
This science course is a lab based course that gives students the opportunity to study tap water, pond water, human influence on the natural water systems, soil contamination and how diseases spread based on humans use of natural resources. A great deal of time will be spent outside researching the many natural resources found on the school property.
Course Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mrs. Callahan
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 10th, 11th and 12th grade
Cost: $800
Organization, Note-taking, and Study Skills Strategies
This course is designed for the student who is working to develop independent strategies in organization and consistent work completion. Throughout this course, students will be given the opportunity to learn about various strategies and how they can best be implemented; ultimately choosing the strategy that feels most comfortable to them. All skills will be presented within the context of various content areas so the applied practice will have more meaning for the students.
Course Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. Nist
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 9th, 10th
Cost: $800
Military History
This course is an in-depth study of the events and individuals that have shaped the American military from its early beginnings to the present.
Course Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. Deal
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 10th, 11th, and 12th grade
Cost: $800
Keyboarding
This course will provide students the opportunity to increase their accuracy and speed when typing. Students will be use a keyboarding program, as well as unique, enriched lessons that will help students better understand and appreciate the importance of proficiency when typing.
Course Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Monday – Friday
Teacher: Mr. Iorillo
Credit: ½ Credit
Grade Level: 8th, 9th and 10th grade
Cost: $800
For more information or to register for a course, please contact Joyce Walker at 440-832-7818.
*All Upper School programs subject to change/cancellation if minimum number of students is not reached.
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