Dates: June 20 - July 29

Times: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Weekly Price: $350

New Roads has some of the top Parliamentary debate teams in Los Angeles and Southern California. Focusing on the fundamentals of public speaking and argumentation, students will learn to state a case, with an assertion supported by reasoning and evidence, and to refute by systematically and specifically answering the opponent’s claim; they will practice the art of listening and note-taking and will learn how to research a debate topic so that they can argue either side. Debate builds vital leadership skills; critical thinking, active listening, research, knowledge of public issues, the ability to organize thoughts, and the power to persuade. The first two weeks of the course will be dedicated to learning the craft. In the third week, students will exercise what they learned and debate with their peers. Students with experience will be appropriately challenged and invited to be leaders in the class. Families are welcome to spectate debates!

Teacher: Aaron Marquette

Dates: June 20 - July 8

Times: 9 AM - 11:30 AM

 

Total Price: $562.50

Activating Youth Voice through Praxis (action-reflection-theory)

 

At New Roads, social justice is about love, evolution, the recognition of the inherent worth and dignity of each individual, the liberation of human potential, and the common good. It is not about retribution. In this class, students will explore the intersection of self, justice, equity, and action to develop a deeper understanding and range of skills to disrupt systems that produce inequality and build a more just future.

 

Discourse that will focus on 3 foundational features of youth activism:

Teacher: Keondria Jooste
Dates: June 20 - July 8

Times: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 

Total Price: $405

Learn how to harness the power of visuals - color, shapes and icons - to level up your note-taking and study. In this workshop, we will build a visual toolkit to help you organize information visually in order to understand, remember and communicate it more effectively, as well as help keep you engaged and focused while you listen.

This is a hands-on, practical session that will support students to explore using color, visual hierarchy, containers and connectors in their notes, explore the power of visual metaphors, and start developing their own icon library. 

As one of Australia’s leading Graphic Recorders, Melbourne-based Jessamy Gee has developed a unique skill set in listening, synthesizing, capturing and communicating information visually. She is the Founder and Director of Think in Color, Founder and President of Graphic Recorders Australia, author of 'GR's Best Mate' and co-author of 'The World of Visual Practice'. In 2020, Jessamy became the first Australian Director to serve on the Board of the International Forum of Visual Practitioners (IFVP).

Since launching Think in Color in 2011, Jessamy has become internationally renowned for her work, and has serviced a diverse range of clients all around Australia, New Zealand, Asia, North America and Europe across the corporate, community, education and government sectors.

Instructor: Jessamy Gee

Dates: July 18 - July 22

Times: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Total Price: $150

Join us for a fully immersive STEM Camp experience. The summer STEM camp is for students entering the 6-8 grades. Each week will have a different theme that focuses on STEM experiences such as robot building and programming, machine learning, chemistry, physics, rocket science, myth-busting, and other STEM activities. This is a hands-on experiential learning experience that features both fun and learning. The program is run by professional science and robotics teachers who work year-round in the robotics, STEM, and science classrooms at New Roads School. The morning hours will focus on the STEM learning portion of our program and the afternoon hours will feature fun excursions (pending COVID safety protocols) to museums, amusement parks, virtual reality arcades, the beach, and other local adventures that enrich the STEM learning experience. So if you want to learn to be a technical and science guru while having tons of fun, this is the program for you!

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

8:00 am - 9:00 am - Students arrive, commencement activities

9:00 am - 10:30 am - STEM program activities

10:15 am - 10:30 am - Snack/break

10:30 am - 11: 30 am - STEM program activities

11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Lunch

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm - STEM games on campus, major travel field trip or a walking field trip to a local attraction.

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Snack and wind-down activities. Pick up. 

Teachers: Bob Cloer
Dates: June 20 - July 29

Pick 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6-week option

Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Weekly Price: $600

This is an intensive visual arts course for students interested in building a fine art portfolio. Students will be given the time, instruction and feedback to develop a cohesive portfolio that showcases their artistic talents. Students are invited to continue projects they’ve already started in drawing, painting, sculpture or photography. Based on their work, they will also start to create new artworks that are conceptually and technically sophisticated. This course is intended for students who have previous art courses under their belt. It is best if students start off the class with artworks they’ve already begun. Towards the end of the session, students will also learn how to title their work, write project descriptions and artist statements - key elements of an accomplished art portfolio.

Teacher: Ali Prosch

Dates: July 18 - July 29

Times: Tuesday & Thursday, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

 

Total Price: $300

This two-week course will introduce students to basic hand and machine sewing techniques.  As a way to learn more about textiles in the process, students will learn about dyeing techniques including Indigo, Shibori and Ice Dye.  The dyed fabrics will be used in sewing projects including a tote bag and Huipil. 

Teacher: Mimi Haddon

Dates: July 5 - July 15

Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

 

Total Price: $360

The art of Upcycle clothing is a great way to extend the life of a garment and offer it a new sense of style and artistic expression. Students will work with used clothing and upcycled materials to create their own special wearable pieces.  In addition to machine sewing, we will cover craft methods including embroidery, dyeing and embellishment.

Teacher: Mimi Haddon

Dates: July 18 - July 29

Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

 

Total Price: $360

This course will explore the principles of digital photography, mixed media photo and Photoshop. During the first week of the course, students will learn strategies for training their photographic eye, including compositional methods, lighting techniques, and exposure settings. We will work on a series of creative shooting assignments, from portraiture and nature photography to long exposure photography. For the second week of this course, students will learn how to edit their images in Photoshop, create image layouts and incorporate their photos into a mixed media project. By the end of the course, students will be more comfortable using Photoshop, the various controls of their specific cameras and will gain confidence in the way they approach different subjects photographically.

Teacher: Ali Prosch

Dates: July 5 - July 15

Times: Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

 

Total Price: $300

Activating Youth Voice through Praxis (action-reflection-theory)

 

At New Roads, social justice is about love, evolution, the recognition of the inherent worth and dignity of each individual, the liberation of human potential, and the common good. It is not about retribution. In this class, students will explore the intersection of self, justice, equity, and action to develop a deeper understanding and range of skills to disrupt systems that produce inequality and build a more just future.

 

Discourse that will focus on 3 foundational features of youth activism:

Teacher: Keondria Jooste
Dates: June 20 - July 8

Times: : Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 

Total Price: $405

Supplemental Algebra offers enrichment designed to reinforce core Algebra skills and create a stronger foundation for success for students who will begin Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2  in the fall. Topics include equations, inequalities, linear functions, graphing, and solving systems. Students will be placed appropriately by grade or skill level.

Dates: June 20 - July 8, 2021

Times: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Total Price: $675

Learn how to harness the power of visuals - color, shapes and icons - to level up your note-taking and study. In this workshop, we will build a visual toolkit to help you organize information visually in order to understand, remember and communicate it more effectively, as well as help keep you engaged and focused while you listen.

This is a hands-on, practical session that will support students to explore using color, visual hierarchy, containers and connectors in their notes, explore the power of visual metaphors, and start developing their own icon library. 

As one of Australia’s leading Graphic Recorders, Melbourne-based Jessamy Gee has developed a unique skill set in listening, synthesizing, capturing and communicating information visually. She is the Founder and Director of Think in Color, Founder and President of Graphic Recorders Australia, author of 'GR's Best Mate' and co-author of 'The World of Visual Practice'. In 2020, Jessamy became the first Australian Director to serve on the Board of the International Forum of Visual Practitioners (IFVP).

Since launching Think in Color in 2011, Jessamy has become internationally renowned for her work, and has serviced a diverse range of clients all around Australia, New Zealand, Asia, North America and Europe across the corporate, community, education and government sectors.

Instructor: Jessamy Gee

Dates: July 18 - July 22

Times: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Total Price: $150

Advanced Supplemental Algebra offers additional enrichment designed to establish a broader and deeper base of knowledge for students who are entering the Advanced Algebra 2 and Trigonometry class after Geometry, or for students entering Pre Calculus. Topics include solving systems, factoring polynomials, quadratic equations, and graphing. Note: If you are a current New Roads 10th grader who took Geometry this year, consideration for placement in the Advanced Algebra 2 and Trigonometry class will be based on successful completion of coursework, teacher recommendation, and a placement test.

Dates: June 20 - July 8, 2021

Times: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Total Price: $675

Teacher: Barbara Ransom

Teacher: Daniel Figueroa

New Roads has some of the top Parliamentary debate teams in Los Angeles and Southern California. Focusing on the fundamentals of public speaking and argumentation, students will learn to state a case, with an assertion supported by reasoning and evidence, and to refute by systematically and specifically answering the opponent’s claim; they will practice the art of listening and note-taking and will learn how to research a debate topic so that they can argue either side. Debate builds vital leadership skills; critical thinking, active listening, research, knowledge of public issues, the ability to organize thoughts, and the power to persuade. The first two weeks of the course will be dedicated to learning the craft. In the third week, students will exercise what they learned and debate with their peers. Students with experience will be appropriately challenged and invited to be leaders in the class. Families are welcome to spectate debates!

Teacher: Aaron Marquette

Dates: June 20 - July 8

Times: 12:30 PM - 3 PM

Total Price: $562.50

This two-week College Essay Workshop (that meets Monday through Thursday afternoons) is recommended for 11th and 12th grade students working on their Common App essays for college. Whether students are looking to polish a completed draft or want to get a head start on writing their personal statements, this workshop will help them complete an essay that meaningfully expresses their individual stories and values. The class includes self-reflection activities, guidance from admissions representatives, and helpful resources for students.

 

Teacher: Mehnaz Sahibzada

Dates: July 11 - July 21

Times: Monday - Thursday, 2:00 - 4:00pm

Total Price: $240

Financial assistance for summer programs is limited and available only to current New Roads students. If you are interested in applying for financial assistance, please indicate this on your online registration. Your financial aid application on file will be reviewed to determine financial aid eligibility for summer programs.

For questions regarding financial assistance for Summer Programs, please email Yoon Mi Checchi at ychecchi@newroads.org.

The majority of Remote Summer Program classes do not require specific materials or supplies for participation. Once a class has been approved to proceed, families will be notified of the materials or supplies required.

We recognize that summer plans can change, however, classes are green-lighted based on enrollment.

Please note the following dates for processing of any refunds:

June 6 - June 12: Withdrawals or dropped classes during this period receive a 50% refund.

June 13: No refunds are given for withdrawals made as of this date.

In the event of a canceled class or program, we will issue a full refund using the method of payment.