Ceramics: A Multi-Level Combined Course

This course is open to any student whether new or with experience in ceramics. Students on the beginning level will be introduced to the hand-building methods of Pinching, Coiling and Slab as well as an introduction to the wheel. Students with experience in clay will continue at their own level, incorporating more complex forms, sculpture and wheel work. All work will be glazed and fired, and the method of Raku firing will be explored.

2550S Ceramic Basics I: (Freshman-Senior) Prerequisite: None

2551S Ceramic Basics II: (Sophomore-Senior) Prerequisite: Instructor Approval

2552S Ceramics III: (Sophomore-Senior) Prerequisite: Instructor Approval

2553S Ceramics IV: (Sophomore-Senior) Prerequisite: Instructor Approval

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

6434S  Government

(Junior-Senior) United States Government introduces students to the fundamentals of American government and politics, particularly the major institutions and processes. It also aims to develop students’ skills and abilities in analyzing and evaluating issues and public policies in American politics as well as the role of the United States on the world stage.  This course will have some scheduled class meetings requiring students to be on campus, with the remaining course work being independent and collaborative online activities. To be successful in this course, students must be self-motivated and able to manage their time well. It is recommended that students speak with their Personal Counselor with questions about whether this course format is a good fit for them. Before beginning the course, students and parents must sign an Online Course Policy Agreement, outlining student expectations in this blended course format.

6/4-6/25; 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

2727S Hip Hop

(Freshman-Senior) Hip Hop is a high energy type of dance, originating from funk and street dance. This course focuses on different stylized techniques, rhythm, and isolations, teaching coordination, musicality and choreography.  This class is open to all grade levels and can be taken as either for Fine Arts credit or P.E. credit. 

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit Fine Arts or ½ credit PE

3631S Introduction to Computer Science

(Sophomore-Senior) This core semester course provides students with an introduction to computer architecture, networking and problem solving through programming. Using a high-level programming language, students learn how to read, modify, design, debug, and test algorithms that solve problems. Programming concepts include control structures, abstraction, modularity, and object-oriented design. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills to solve real-world problems. Relevance of computing to the student and society will be emphasized. Using a blended format, all students will meet in class on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and have Independent Workdays on Tuesdays and Thursdays to complete the online course work. Students with a course grade below 80, or with missing assignments, must attend class on Independent Workdays. It is recommended that students speak with their Personal Counselor with questions about whether this course format is a good fit for them. Students are expected to complete their other ½ credit of Computer Science requirement during the school year.

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

2201S Introduction to Speech

(Sophomore) This course is designed to allow the student greater ease and clarity in expressing her thoughts and feelings in public. Primary emphasis in the class is on delivery technique and critical thought process with secondary emphasis on speech writing. The student will prepare and deliver four speeches as well as additional impromptu speeches and group presentations. Using a blended format, all students will meet in class on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and have Independent Workdays on Tuesdays and Thursdays to complete the online course work. Students with a course grade below 80, or with missing assignments, must attend class on Independent Workdays. It is recommended that students speak with their Personal Counselor with questions about whether this course format is a good fit for them.

*Note: This graduation requirement is separate from other Fine Arts requirements and must be completed prior to junior year for the class of 2023.  This course is not required for the class of 2024.

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

7440S Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ in Society

(Junior-Senior) Living as a Disciple prepares students for living in a just manner beyond graduation. The Christian understanding reveals that God desires a world in which all facets of life are guided by justice and charity. Jesus has called upon us to build his kingdom on earth. The Church, therefore, has been faithful to fostering a just and peaceful world. This course, integrating the learning of the past three years, uses the Gospels and Catholic Social Teaching to help students appreciate the richness of the Church's social mission. Topics to be addressed include the dignity of the human person, poverty, homelessness, older adults, discrimination, and ecology. Using a blended format, all students will meet in class on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and have Independent Workdays on Tuesdays and Thursdays to complete the online course work. Students with a course grade below 80, or with missing assignments, must attend class on Independent Workdays. It is recommended that students speak with their Personal Counselor with questions about whether this course format is a good fit for them.

6/5-6/25; 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

6435S Macroeconomics

(Senior) This course is the study of American society and the free enterprise system. Emphasis is placed upon how society uses its limited resources and produces, distributes and consumes goods and services in order to satisfy the unlimited wants of its members. General principles of economics are presented including theory of supply and demand, money and banking, and monetary and fiscal policies. This course will have some scheduled class meetings requiring students to be on campus, with the remaining course work being independent and collaborative online activities. To be successful in this course, students must be self-motivated and able to manage their time well. It is recommended that students speak with their Personal Counselor with questions about whether this course format is a good fit for them. Before beginning the course, students and parents must sign an Online Course Policy Agreement, outlining student expectations in this blended course format. This course will have a final exam.

6/4-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

7335S Sacraments: Privileged Encounters with Jesus Christ

(Junior) This course guides students to better understand how Jesus is personally and visibly present in the actions of the sacraments. Students discover how the sacraments fulfill our human need for physical manifestations of the spiritual. The course ultimately aims at instilling the value of sacraments as tools to help us on our journey to heaven and as personal experiences of Christ's grace. Using a blended format, all students will meet in class on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and have Independent Workdays on Tuesdays and Thursdays to complete the online course work. Students with a course grade below 80, or with missing assignments, must attend class on Independent Workdays. It is recommended that students speak with their Personal Counselor with questions about whether this course format is a good fit for them.

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

2761S Stage Makeup Design

(Freshman-Senior) This is an introductory course that studies the theory and practice of make-up design and its application for stage. Students will explore basic makeup principles, old-age makeup techniques, and fantasy makeup design, including the creation of special effects. Students will be applying make-up to themselves for majority of the classes. Students are encouraged to be a part of the makeup crew during the Ursuline main stage production. Parent approval is required to work with various shop tools under supervision.

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

8132S Wellness

(Freshman-Sophomore) This course guides students throughout the many dimensions of Wellness (spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, occupational, and social) and provides an atmosphere to discuss and learn about how to live a healthy and stress-free life. Students will develop skills needed to maintain an active lifestyle, learn the importance of nutrition, and discover how to find a healthy balance of all facets of Wellness. Students will also engage in building essential skills needed to maintain optimal health while developing ways to promote healthy lifestyles in our diverse society. In addition, students will complete a course in Heartsaver CPR, Embody Love, Managing Stress, Healthy Behaviors, Nutrition, and Fitness.

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

Ceramics: A Multi-Level Combined Course

This course is open to any student whether new or with experience in ceramics. Students on the beginning level will be introduced to the hand-building methods of Pinching, Coiling and Slab as well as an introduction to the wheel. Students with experience in clay will continue at their own level, incorporating more complex forms, sculpture and wheel work. All work will be glazed and fired, and the method of Raku firing will be explored.

2550S Ceramic Basics I: (Freshman-Senior) Prerequisite: None

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

2727S Hip Hop

(Freshman-Senior) Hip Hop is a high energy type of dance, originating from funk and street dance. This course focuses on different stylized techniques, rhythm, and isolations, teaching coordination, musicality and choreography.  This class is open to all grade levels and can be taken as either for Fine Arts credit or P.E. credit. 

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit Fine Arts or ½ credit PE

2785S Interpersonal Communication

Interpersonal Communication is the process by which people exchange information, feelings, and meaning through verbal and non-verbal messages: it is face-to-face communication. This skill is one that many companies and corporations feel is missing in our current work force. This one-semester course is designed to enhance the student’s ability to express her thoughts and feelings with greater ease, clarity, efficacy, and confidence. Class content includes the essential elements of communication, verbal and non-verbal, as well as the application of these elements for use in presentations.

*Note: This course does not satisfy the Fine Arts requirement.   

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

2761S Stage Makeup Design

(Freshman-Senior) This is an introductory course that studies the theory and practice of make-up design and its application for stage. Students will explore basic makeup principles, old-age makeup techniques, and fantasy makeup design, including the creation of special effects. Students will be applying make-up to themselves for majority of the classes. Students are encouraged to be a part of the makeup crew during the Ursuline main stage production. Parent approval is required to work with various shop tools under supervision.

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

8132S Wellness

(Freshman-Sophomore) This course guides students throughout the many dimensions of Wellness (spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, occupational, and social) and provides an atmosphere to discuss and learn about how to live a healthy and stress-free life. Students will develop skills needed to maintain an active lifestyle, learn the importance of nutrition, and discover how to find a healthy balance of all facets of Wellness. Students will also engage in building essential skills needed to maintain optimal health while developing ways to promote healthy lifestyles in our diverse society. In addition, students will complete a course in Heartsaver CPR, Embody Love, Managing Stress, Healthy Behaviors, Nutrition, and Fitness.

6/5-6/25; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. — $475 — ½ credit

Keep your mind fresh, build skills, and get ahead this summer with Summer Workshops. These short format, non-credit classes offered in June and August focus on essential skills and equip students with tools for success in the coming academic year.

Algebra Advance

(Freshman - Sophomore) Mastery of Algebra I is required for enrollment in Geometry or Geometry Honors.  Students who demonstrated a strong foundation in Algebra I, as noted on the math honors placement test, but have not fully mastered the concepts are encouraged to enroll in this three-week course.  Upon successful completion and with teacher recommendation, students may be placed in Geometry or Geometry Honors course in the fall.  The TI-Nspire CX CAS handheld calculator is required. Please make special note of the CAS designation. 
Prerequisite: Invitation by Department

6/8-6/26; 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. - $350

College Essay Workshop

(Senior) This workshop offers students the opportunity to develop their narrative voice with confidence, clarity, and purpose, preparing them for the college essay writing process. We will examine the questions on the Common App in order to understand voice and its interaction with audience and purpose. By the end of the course, the students will have completed at least one essay but likely more for their college applications.

6/8-6/12; 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m. - $150                                      

English II Kickstart

(Sophomore)  If English I has been a struggle and you don’t feel comfortable keeping up with reading, engaging in discussions and applying your critical thinking to academic, analytical writing, then you should take English II Kickstart. In this class, we will continue to practice the close-reading and technical writing skills you developed in English I, and begin to hone your skills in order to prepare for the rigor of English II. You will become more comfortable independently crafting debatable thesis statements, manipulating the organization of a paragraph to suit your purpose and embedding well-chosen text evidence to substantiate your argument. You will also practice close-reading strategies and build reading stamina by getting a headstart on your summer reading for the English II: The Female Voice course, so that you’re even better prepared for those first few days of the 2020-2021 school year.

6/8-6/12; 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. - $150

GenHERation Exploration and Discovery Day

(Sophomore – Senior) Join GenHERation for a weeklong experiential learning program that empowers young women to become trailblazers in their own lives. With more than 250,000 members, GenHERation is a network where young women and companies connect through their digital platform and national events. During this camp, young women will have the opportunity to visit the most innovative companies in Dallas as part of the award-winning GenHERation Discovery Days tour, meet powerful female leaders, and participate in skill-building simulations. Students will learn how they can apply the entrepreneurial mindset to their own lives, while building their confidence, resilience, and problem-solving skills.

Space is limited!

6/15-6/19, Mon. evening reception; Tues. Discovery Day tour; Wed.-Fri 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. - $575

Math Refresher: All Things Linear 

(Sophomore) Mastering the connection between problems, equations and graphs is essential for deeper mathematical understanding.  This refresher workshop will explore these relationships and uncover the challenges to write, graph, and solve linear equations.

6/8-6/12; 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. - $150

Musical Theater Intensive

(Freshman - Senior) A crash course in musical theatre for all levels! Students will work with Ursuline’s Performing Arts faculty to experience dance, acting, and vocal training. At the end of the workshop, there will be a showcase for family and friends. This is a co-ed workshop, open to current and incoming Ursuline and Jesuit students.

6/8-6/19; 12:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m. - $350

Service Learning Leadership

(Sophomore - Junior) Students will deeply explore relevant topics involving the UN Sustainability goals and the needs of our Dallas community.  With the gained knowledge of these needs, students will serve with local non-profits each day, embodying the spirit of St. Angela’s compassion and service to others.  This week will consist of morning and afternoon class sessions, combining academic and active service elements.  Furthermore, students will fulfill 25 of their 30 hour Serviam requirements for their upcoming school year throughout this week.

6/22-6/26; 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. - $350

Soph Start

(Sophomore) The teen girl guru, Dr. Lisa Damour, wrote in Under Pressure: "For many students, ninth grade...can be a relatively gentle introduction to the brain building that's ahead...Indeed, the sophomore year is much harder than we tend to acknowledge. Tenth graders often take chemistry, a subject that requires them to apply their math skills to a brand-new field that comes with a totally unfamiliar set of principles. And ambitious high school students [most girls at Ursuline] often take their first AP class -- with its college-level workload -- during sophomore year...[therefore]...it's important to frame the demands of education in positive, capacity-building terms" (140-141). Though the junior year is stereotypically labelled as the more challenging academic year because of the demands of college application preparation and testing, the most frequent feedback we hear from students is that there is a HUGE jump from freshmen to sophomore year and many feel unprepared. As a sophomore, you experience more academic and social freedoms than before and sometimes figuring out how to balance all factors in your life can be challenging, which is why you should take SOPH START, a class built to help you be a successful sophomore by exploring time management strategies, communication techniques, study skills, stamina exercises, leadership opportunities and challenges, as well as embracing the true meaning of Serviam.

8/3-8/6; 9:00 a.m.– 12:00 p.m. - $150

World Language Refreshers: French, Mandarin Chinese, or Spanish

(Freshman - Senior) This multi-level workshop will use music, film, games, conversation, and fun collaborative activities to immerse students in the language they study. Students will refresh skills and boost confidence for their upcoming World Languages courses.
Prerequisite: One or more years of middle school or high school study in the language

8/3-8/6; 12:45 p.m.– 3:45 p.m. - $150

Algebra Advance

(Freshman - Sophomore) This workshop focuses on strengthening concepts from Algebra I that may not have been fully mastered. Upon successful completion of this course and with teacher recommendation, students will be enrolled in Geometry Honors. Algebra Advance is by invitation only. Students will be contacted directly by the math department if they have met the criteria to take this course. The TI-Nspire CX CAS handheld calculator is required. It will be used extensively in all math and science courses throughout the school year.
Prerequisite: Invitation by Department

6/8-6/26; 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or 12:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m. - $350

Musical Theater Intensive

(Freshman – Senior) A crash course in musical theatre for all levels! Students will work with Ursuline’s Performing Arts faculty to experience dance, acting, and vocal training. At the end of the workshop, there will be a showcase for family and friends. This is a co-ed workshop, open to current and incoming Ursuline and Jesuit students.

6/8-6/19; 12:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m. - $350

UA Essentials Workshops

Specially designed to help our newest students be successful in their first year at Ursuline. Developed by our Freshmen faculty to address the academic, social and organizational challenges most often experienced by  new students, they offer opportunities to strengthen skills, fill curriculum gaps, meet new teachers and classmates, and begin building confidence at Ursuline. Choose from 11 different and 8 sessions to create a custom schedule that meets your student’s unique needs.    

1 week sessions in June and August - $150

UA Essentials - Catholicism 101  
Recommended for students who are of diverse faith formations or who are attending a Catholic school for the first time. The goal is to welcome students and ease this transition by familiarizing them with the basic tenets of the Christian Faith as a necessary foundation for their increased understanding, comfort, and success in Theology courses.

• Back-to-School Week: 8/3-8/6; 12:45 p.m.– 3:45 p.m.                                                      

UA Essentials - Prep for Math: Number Sense
A strong understanding of numbers is essential to problem solving and data analysis. This foundational workshop will provide a comprehensive look at the relationship between fractions, decimals, per cents, place value, ratios and proportionality through algebraic manipulation. 

• Week 1: 6/8-6/12; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; 12:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.      

UA Essentials - Prep for Math: Solving Equations
Math can be used to solved problems in all fields of study. This foundational workshop will delve into problem solving, translating words into mathematical notation. Using algebraic manipulation and a proper order of operations, linear equations will be written and solved.

• Week 2: 6/15-6/19; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; 12:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

UA Essentials - Prep for Math: Linear Equations & Graphing
Linear equations are the building blocks for advanced mathematics. This foundational workshop will investigate the relationship between points on a line and their slope. The focus will be on writing, graphing, and solving equations in point-slope form, y-intercept form, and standard form

• Week 3: 6/22-6/26; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; 12:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

UA Essentials - Prep for Physics
Jump start freshman year with a fun introduction to physics! This workshop will use hands-on activities to practice gathering data, graphing trend lines, generating equations, and drawing conclusions. We will work with technology including Vernier LoggerPro, OneNote, Teams and Excel. Other topics include tips for studying, problem solving strategies, dimensional analysis and collaborating with lab teams. You will learn all the foundation skills you need to be successful in Physics 1.

• Week 1: 6/8-6/12; 12:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.                                                            
• Week 2: 6/15-6/19; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.                                                         

UA Essentials - Reading for High School
A spin off the best-selling book, How to Read Literature like a Professor, this summer workshop will help students read literature like a high schooler. Students will engage with the type of sophisticated texts they can expect to encounter during their four years at Ursuline. Additionally, they will practice skills such as annotating and inferencing that are critical for appreciating and analyzing literature. The workshop will benefit students with any level of ability or interest as it will provide a good opportunity to hone valuable reading skills before the school year begins.

• Week 2: 6/15 – 6/19; 12:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
• Week 3: 6/22-6/26; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 

UA Essentials - Research Skills for High School
Never written a research paper before? Unsure where to start? Get a jump start on research skills with this workshop! We will discuss how to use different sources that the library provides, how to organize your research, how to cite your sources, and more. This workshop will help prepare you for research assignments at Ursuline and give you skills that you’ll use throughout your entire school career.

• Week 3: 6/22-6/26; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 

UA Essentials - Study Skills
This hands-on workshop teaches Ursuline's newest students classroom learning and study strategies tailored for the specific courses they will encounter their Freshman year. In addition, students will learn strategies to improve time management and organization that can be used throughout high school and beyond. Students will need their Ursuline laptops with initial setup completed.

• Back-to-School Week: 8/3-8/6; 12:45 p.m.– 3:45 p.m.

UA Essentials - Ursuline 101
Worried about how you will navigate through the world of Ursuline? Worry no more! Come learn all the secrets at “Ursuline 101.” We will get you acquainted with the campus, help you find your classes, master the rotating schedule, teach you to use your planner, show you all the technology tricks, and give you tips on studying and preparing for classes. PLUS, you will have fun and meet other new students in the process! Students will need their Ursuline laptops with initial setup completed.

• Week 2: 6/15 – 6/19; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Week 3: 6/22 – 6/26; 12:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
• Back-to-School Week: 8/3-8/6; 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

UA Essentials - Writing for High School
This workshop will explore the question: “what do students need to be successful writers in high school?” Students will practice writing strategies that help them think critically and write structurally, while also “flexing” their writing muscles in creative, voice driven ways. Students will build confidence with vocab and grammar and develop skills that will help them succeed in Freshman year (and beyond). The workshop will benefit students at all skill-levels of writing and will provide good workout for the writing muscles during those long summer months.

• Week 1: 6/8-6/12; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
• Week 3: 6/22 – 6/26; 12:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

World Language Refreshers: French, Mandarin Chinese, or Spanish

(Freshman – Senior) This multi-level workshop will use music, film, games, conversation, and fun collaborative activities to immerse students in the language they study. Students will refresh skills and boost confidence for their upcoming World Languages courses.
Prerequisite: One or more years of middle school or high school study in the language

8/3-8/6; 12:45 p.m.– 3:45 p.m. - $150

Online Summer Courses

One Schoolhouse provides an exceptional all-girl and co-ed educational experience by connecting girls worldwide through relevant and engaging coursework in a dynamic online learning community. Guided by current research on how girls learn best, the School has dedicated itself to the following principles: 

• Emphasize connection among participants
• Incorporate collaboration into the learning process 
• Inspire and reward creativity 
• Engage in real-world problems and applications while having students probe the social
   and stretch our global society and ethical dynamics that define

Online courses require a great deal of self-motivation, discipline, and time management. Students who enroll in an online course will have an online instructor, not an Ursuline instructor. 

Summer courses are intensive for-credit opportunities for ambitious students. Students participating in these courses should plan to devote 25 hours-30 hours per week for all eight weeks to their course. Students receive grades and comments in these classes, which are the equivalent of year-long, high-school level courses. Because of the pacing and intensity of for-credit summer courses, students must have the ability to login and complete work for their course daily; students must be available and have internet access from 6/15-8/07 – this is nonnegotiable! A designated Ursuline administrator acts as the liaison with the One Schoolhouse and shadows the progress of the students taking online courses. The Ursuline administrator periodically checks in with the students. The online course credit and grade will be reflected on the Ursuline transcript and included in the Ursuline GPA. 

Calendar

Classes Start – June 15, 2020 
Mid-Term Grading Period Ends – July 10, 2020 
Mid-Term Report Published – July 17, 2020 
Last Day of Session – August 7, 2020 
Final Report Published – August 14, 2020

Any questions about Online Summer Courses, please contact Susan Bauer at sbauer@ursulinedallas.org.

3933OLSG Algebra II Co-ed

(Junior) Algebra II forms the foundation for key concepts in advanced math courses. This course covers a full year of Algebra II in eight weeks by addressing algebraic functions and equations of lines and higher order polynomials; exponents and logarithms; rational expressions; absolute value; piecewise; and step. The course ends with an introduction to trigonometry beyond the right triangle. Students explore concepts directly through their own investigations, make and test conjectures about what they observe, and apply these conjectures to solve problems and create new conjectures. Assessments include tests and quizzes, discussion prompts, and group and individual projects. By the end of the course, students will have gained proficiency in critical thinking, pattern recognition, graphing, transformations, and communication.

Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry, Departmental and Personal Counseling Approval — 6/15 through 8/07 — $1,585 — 1 credit

3641OLSG AP Computer Science Principles Co-ed

(Sophomore-Senior) This course investigates the “big ideas” found in our digital world. Using the Python programming language, students demonstrate fundamental concepts of computer programming that can be applied across a variety of projects and languages. Students explore different means of representing information digitally and how our digital world has evolved.  They create computer programs to solve authentic problems or for personal interest, such as unique musical pieces, math calculators and data summations. Students discuss the current state of technology and its role in our everyday lives, discerning the positive and negative influences of innovations concerning computer and network technologies to society, culture and economics. Students develop their skills in computational thinking, logical reasoning, and learn to describe processes through algorithms and abstraction. Finally, students demonstrate their learning by creating a portfolio for submission to the College Board and are prepared for the AP Computer Science Principles exam in May. Students planning to submit their portfolio tasks and sit for the AP exam will maintain access to online support and exam prep materials until the exam in May.

Prerequisite: Personal Counseling Approval — 6/15 through 8/07 — $1,585 — 1 credit

3914OLSG Precalculus Co-ed

(Junior-Senior) This course covers a full year of Precalculus in eight weeks by addressing the algebraic and trigonometric concepts that lay the foundation for AP Calculus. Students graph and solve polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions and apply these functions to model the relationship between different quantities in the real world. They explore the unit circle, solve trigonometric equations, and study abstract applications by proving trigonometric identities. Students then examine and apply algebraic representations of matrices, vectors, sequences and series, and conic sections by understanding the patterns and behaviors associated with these concepts. The course concludes with an introduction to calculus through limits. Students preparing for AP Calculus BC also have the option of studying polar coordinates, parametric functions, and derivatives. Students demonstrate mastery through traditional and alternative assessments, discussion prompts, reflection on their learning, group collaboration, and individual projects.

Prerequisites: Algebra II, Departmental and Personal Counseling Approval — 6/15 through 8/07 — $1,585 — 1 credit

6633OLSG Summer Psychology Co-ed

(Junior-Senior) Psychology introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Students learn the psychological facts, principles and phenomena contained within the major branches of psychology. The first term focuses on the fundamental sub-fields of behavior, sensation, perception, learning and cognition. This provides a solid footing from which to investigate the topics of developmental, social and abnormal psychology in the latter half of the course. Interwoven throughout their study are numerous opportunities to cultivate research and critical thinking skills. Presented with experiential psychological field work, students are challenged to apply different research methods, collaborate with others, collect and analyze data, and arrive at conclusions.  

Prerequisite: Personal Counseling Approval — 6/15 through 8/07 — $1,585 — 1 credit

6933OLSG United States History

(Junior) This course is a full year social science credit surveying the history of the United States of America. The course begins with an examination of America before Columbus. Having established an understanding of how Native Americans managed and used the land, the course turns to European conquest and colonial America, including how the stage was set for a plural and diverse modern America. The heart of the course centers around the themes of the American Revolution; the rise of democracy, the Republic, and the Constitution; the Civil War and Reconstruction; and how territorial expansion and industrialization laid the foundation for the movements and conflicts of the 20th and 21^st centuries. In order to develop a broad understanding of continuity and change in American history, students build a contextual understanding of the major events within each era while exploring political, social, cultural, economic, and religious trends in the United States. Through critical analysis, research and writing; collaborative activities; creative synthesis applications; and traditional and alternative assessments, students demonstrate understanding of cultural implications and historical context, and develop a chronological and thematic appreciation of American history.

Prerequisite: Personal Counseling Approval — 6/15 through 8/07 — $1,585 — 1 credit

Students apply directly to each of these programs, which are not part of the Summer School Course Request process. Please email the contact person for each program about its application deadline. Travel programs have minimum and maximum enrollment limits.

2570S Photography in Arizona

(Sophomore-Senior) This is a one-week trip in Arizona and Utah to see and photograph some of the most amazing sites on earth.  This class is focused on beginners but is ideal for advanced-level photographers as well.  We will see Grand Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon and so much more.  With personal instruction from Mr. Thompson, your camera will become a creative tool for your self-expression; as we answer the question, what makes a good photograph?  We will fly to Phoenix and rent a van for short, mid-day drives to each location, preserving the early and late hours for shooting.  Staying in hotels, we will travel the huge physiographic region known as the Colorado Plateau.  With Dr. Moody’s guidance, we will learn the geology of these landscapes and how they were sculpted over millions of years.  The fun includes red-rock hiking, Navajo culture, shopping, and general merriment. Students provide their own camera, but some loaners are available.  Enrollment is limited to 8.  Grades for this course will be posted at the end of the  Fall semester. Applications due: January 31, $500 deposit due February 15.          

Prerequisite: Completed application form and approval

For Information: contact Bill Thompson, Photography teacher, wthompson@ursulinedallas.org

On Campus: Monday, 7/6, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for camera orientation and travel meeting

Travel: 7/10 – 7/16 (7 days)

$1,850 all-inclusive ($500 deposit) — ¼ Fine Arts credit

Summer Study Abroad: Caen, France

(Sophomore-Senior) Come explore Paris and the Normandy region, study at the University of Caen, and live with a host family, experiencing France like never before!  This two-week summer study abroad class immerses students in the French language and culture. Students travel, study and improve their language ability and cultural knowledge with classes, excursions, and experiential learning activities led by University of Caen and Ursuline faculty, and facilitated by API, a study abroad organizer for high schools and colleges. In addition to on-site coursework, students will write blog entries, create a video, and submit a captioned photo to reflect upon their experience in France. Grades for this course will be posted at the end of  the Fall semester. This class may be repeated once for elective credit.

Prerequisite: One year of French at UA, completed application form and approval

For Information: Contact Amy Gilchrist, French teacher, agilchrist@ursulinedallas.org

Travel: 6/30- 7/16 (17 days)

$5,200; all-inclusive ($500 deposit) — ½ elective credit and Université de Caen certificate

Summer Study Abroad: Nazi Germany and Church History in Germany & Poland

(Junior-Senior) Come explore Munich, Nuremburg, Germany and Krakow, Poland! We will walk though centuries old churches, visit the Shrine of the Black Madonna, and delve deeper into Church history, in addition to exploring sites that are central to the 13-year history of Nazi Germany, such as the Nuremberg Party Rally sites, Dachau concentration camp, Auschwitz-Birkenau, and spots critical to the rise of Nazi Germany in Munich and Krakow. The trip will take the students’ classroom learning on site where they will see the history firsthand. Additionally,  students will have an opportunity to delve into the current culture and sites of Poland and Germany. Students will be expected to do on-site coursework, write blog entries, create a video, and submit a captioned photo to reflect upon their experience in Germany and Poland. A final project will be due before the beginning of the Fall semester. Grades for this course will be posted in the following Fall semester.

Prerequisite: Completed application form and approval

For Information: Contact Jason Surmiller, Theology teacher, jsurmiller@ursulinedallas.org; Jeff Girard, Social Studies teacher, jgirard@ursulinedallas.org; Olivia Ide, Social Studies teacher, oide@ursulinedallas.org

On Campus: 6/1-5

Travel: 6/8-19

$5000 all-inclusive ($500 deposit) — ½ Theology credit and ½ Social Studies elective credit 

Summer Study Abroad: Salamanca, Spain

(Sophomore-Senior) Come explore Madrid and the Castile-Leon region, study at the University of Salamanca, and live with a host family, experiencing Spain like never before!  This two-week summer study abroad class immerses students in the Spanish language and culture. Students travel, study and improve their language ability and cultural knowledge with classes, excursions, and experiential learning activities led by University of Salamanca and Ursuline faculty, and facilitated by API, a study abroad organizer for high schools and colleges. In addition to on-site coursework, students will write blog entries, create a video, and submit a captioned photo to reflect upon their experience in Spain. Grades for this course will be posted in the following Fall semester. This class may be repeated once for elective credit.

Prerequisite: One year of Spanish at UA, completed application form and approval

For Information: Contact Roxana Casco, Spanish teacher, rcasco@ursulinedallas.org

Travel: 6/29-7/15 (17 days)

$5,200 all-inclusive ($500 deposit) — ½ elective credit and 2.5 hours University of Salamanca college credit

Ursuline Academy Student Internship Program

(Senior) This program offers personal development, life-skills mentoring and career awareness through practical experience. These are UA researched and authorized summer internships with Dallas area professionals, many of whom are Ursuline alumnae. Internships are available to rising Seniors and take place between June 1 and August 16, 2020, prior to the senior year. Interested juniors sign up for an individual meeting with the director of the internship program and are matched with internships in the spring of 2020. To earn acknowledgment on transcripts, interns must complete a minimum of 60 hours of internship service, maintain a journal, write a thank you to the mentor, and complete an online evaluation at the conclusion of the program. Completed journals, thank you notes, and evaluations must be submitted to the director of the program no later than August 23, 2020 to qualify for transcript acknowledgement.

Prerequisite: Completed online Internship application and approval

For Information: Contact Christian Freberg cfreberg@ursulinedallas.org.

Internship: 6/1–8/16; Assignment due by August 23, 2020

$250 (non-refundable) — Non-credit