Prerequisites: None. Open to grades 9-12.

Meeting Times:

Online: June 15 to July 10

Art History Studio is an asynchronous blended course that is part art history survey, part studio art practice. Students will be introduced to the history of western art through virtual museum tours, readings, and video media. Concurrently, students will complete creative assignments, making artworks inspired by their studies. Traditional materials will not be used, rather Autodesk Sketchbook (free app) and digital photography will serve as flexible, no-cost substitutes. Students will require access to an iPad with a stylus. Students should expect to spend up to three hours per day on this class.

*Please note: These classes will remain in-person until further notice.

Prerequisite: None. Open to incoming freshmen.

Meeting times:

Session One: July 29 | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Session Two: July 30 | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Session Three: August 4 | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Session Four: August 5 | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Session Five: August 10 | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Session Six: August 11 | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Our Study Skills course is a one day (in-person until further notice) course team-taught by members of the English and Mathematics departments. It serves as an effective way to transition incoming freshman to the rigors of the Good Counsel curriculum. The class covers key subject-specific skill sets in addition to general note-taking and study skills. Particular attention is paid to managing an increased level of reading and writing, as well as studying for math tests. Time is set aside to teach students effective techniques in the following areas: communication (especially with teachers and coaches), time management, self-care, and organization. Parents are invited to the final hour of class, which will cover the electronic gradebook and online resources, with time for questions at the end. This summer class is an excellent way to hit the ground running in preparation for a GC education.

Revised information as of May 6, 2020

Prerequisites: None. Open to grades 9-12.

Meeting Times:

Online: June 8 to July 3

This asynchronous on-line course introduces students to the personal computer and how it is used in a business environment. Students will learn about the creation of the PC, the founding of the personal computer industry, the components of the PC, and what should be considered when purchasing one. Students study the history of the Internet, how browsers work, and search engine skills that help them with research. This class will be administered via Google Classroom and Zoom and students will work on projects to develop skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Students must have access to a computer, NOT an iPad. Office 2016 is provided for every student free of charge and is required to complete these projects. Students should expect to spend up to three to four hours per day on this class.

Revised information as of May 6, 2020

Prerequisites: None. For any rising 9^th, 10^th, 11^th and 12^th graders
Highly recommended for IB and STEM students.

Meeting times:

Online: June 15 - July 17

Zoom Meet Date: The class will meet on Zoom on June 12^th from 9:00 am – 10:00 am and again on July 17^th from 9:00 am – 10:00 am. Both meeting dates are mandatory.

Description: This course will focus on the five components of fitness and sports conditioning through the use of sport specific and fitness activities.

Revised information as of May 6, 2020

Prerequisites: Open to rising sophomores and juniors

Meeting times:

Online: June 8 to June 26
Final Test Date: June 26, electronic format

Description:

This online course examines the basic ideas conveyed in the U.S. Constitution and how these principles have shaped the national government. Special emphasis is given to the protection of basic liberties, the political process, the major powers of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, and the goals and methods employed by various groups to achieve “equal treatment under the law”. Students will be required to analyze and interpret visual materials and engage in research projects on current issues. All work for this course will be completed and submitted electronically. Students should expect to complete approximately 2 to 3 hours of work per week day. This course fulfills the Social Studies Department’s 0.5 credit U.S. Government requirement. Good Counsel students may opt to take the Honors level with departmental approval, which will demand additional work focused on the skills and critical thinking required to succeed in AP and IB elective courses. Please note, in a summer course, there are no level changes after the course has begun.

Final Test Date: June 26, electronic format