Build crucial reading skills with us on the Rigorous Reading adventure! Campers will spend the week diving into a single book, developing an unshakable foundation in comprehension, character analysis, literary themes, and vocabulary. Through fun activities and creative projects, this camp will foster a love for reading and the magic of storytelling!

Dive into the world of visual storytelling in this camp! Through captivating graphic novels, campers will learn important critical reading skills that they can apply to any book. By dissecting the art, character design, panel layout, and more, campers will gain a new appreciation for storytelling. Join us for a week of creativity as we unravel the secrets of the graphic novel!

Unlock the power of voice in our dynamic Public Speaking camp! Students will spend the week mastering the art of clear communication and confident delivery. Through fun group exercises, they will learn how to storytell and connect to the audience. Students will also learn to craft persuasive presentations, gaining confidence that will be beneficial lifelong!

This course series will cover three genres: expository writing, creative writing, and persuasive writing. Students will master the power of words through a detailed writing process, from planning the essay to polishing sentences. By developing effective organization, engaging sentences, and meaningful details, students will leave with the writing skills they need life-long.

In this course, students will work together as journalists in a newsroom. In an engaging setting, they will explore the principles of interviewing, bias, interpretation, and other fascinating topics. Students will dive into current events and the role of news in uncovering truth and fostering public opinion. Join us in becoming an informed member of the media landscape! Articles will be submitted to journalism competitions.

This course is important for anyone writing private school entrance exam essays, such as the ISEE and SSAT essay. Learn how to analyze the prompt before effectively planning and organizing the essay. Through constant in-class practice, master strategies for time limitations and heighten your comfort with the testing situation. Instructor feedback and peer review will help boost student confidence and skills before the exam.