Geometry
Gabe Edge and Bettina Gregg
A full course of geometry will be offered. Students will cover coordinate geometry, angles, geometry of measure, and much more. The course also will include sections on trigonometry, logic, and the theory of proof. Algebra is an integral part of the course, making Algebra I skills a necessity. Two to three chapters will be covered weekly, resulting in multiple tests each week. Students should expect a couple of hours of homework a day. All students must provide a recommendation from their current math teacher. OES students must receive permission from the Upper School math department. OES will allow successful students (with a C or better) to advance to the next level, but those students will not receive a credit for the course. If you do not attend OES, check with your school concerning high school credit. The textbook is not included in the price; it can be purchased the first day of class for approximately $80.
June 23–Aug. 1 (no class July 4)
9:00–12:30
Grade 9–12
Cost: $790

Writing Workshop I
Ann Sulzer
Learn how to improve your writing skills, both in essays and creative writing. We will work on sentence structure, prewriting and outlining, and creating a final product that engages your readers. Vocabulary building and short story reading will also build your language skills and teach you more words to get your point across. Come prepared to gain confidence and enrich your writing skills. You can register for both I and II.
June 23–July 3
9:00–11:00
Grade 6–9
Cost: $195

Writing Workshop II
Ann Sulzer
Continue to learn new skills to improve your writing skills, both in essays and creative writing, with all new assignments. You can continue to work on more advanced skills from the first session of class or just get started in this session. Work on sentence structure, prewriting and outlining, and create a final product that engages your readers. Vocabulary building and short story reading will also build your language skills and teach you more words to get your point across. When your writing, reading, and vocabulary are stronger, you will be a better communicator and student.
July 7–18
9:00–11:00
Grade 6–9
Cost: $215

Basic English Skills: Four Choices
Art Ward
This series of mini-courses will help you work on your writing just as an auto mechanic works on a highperformance engine, and with similar purposes. By learning how the parts of sentences work together and looking at models of powerful sentences, you will learn how to get more speed and mileage out of your sentences: speed because your sentences will communicate more quickly and powerfully; mileage because your readers will be more willing to keep reading your prose until you’ve said everything you have to say. Although the modules can be taken separately, a good command of the terms used in traditional English grammar is assumed for students entering modules II, III, and IV.

I. Grammatical Definitions and Usage Rules
Can you imagine a team of mechanics trying to rebuild an engine if they couldn’t agree on what to call the parts? Recognizing parts of speech, sentence elements, types of phrases, clauses, and sentences gives you a shared vocabulary for analyzing how sentences do their job. You will begin to work with the sentence structures most frequently used in good English prose. At the same time, you begin to learn the most important rules that govern how you use these structures. The goal here is to recognize and correct errors in your own drafts. As the old saying goes, “There are no great writers. There are great rewriters.”
June 30–July 11
9:00–12:00
No class July 4!
Grade 9–12
Cost: $315

II. Building Better Sentences
This module emphasizes practice in generating more complex and efficient English sentences, starting from the simplest “kernel” sentences. Sentencecombining training works quickly to help you construct sentences that can handle the subtleties of analytical writing in fields such as history and literature. At the end of this second module you should have a large repertoire of sentence structures that you can use with full control.
July 14–18
9:00–12:00
Grade 9–12
Cost: $175

III. Building Better Paragraphs
Paragraphing divides a complex argument or explanation into smaller pieces to make it easier for the reader to digest. Every paragraph should make a unique contribution to the clarity or persuasiveness of a discussion; furthermore, every sentence in the paragraph should support that unique contribution. Finally, the paragraphs should come in a sequence that leads readers smoothly through your overall argument. In this module, you will learn how to build and use paragraphs that have all these qualities, how to make smooth transitions between paragraphs, and how to recognize and fix common paragraphing problems.
July 21–25
9:00–12:00
Grade 9–12
Cost: $175

IV. Dealing With the New SAT Writing Section
One of the most shocking aspects of the new SAT Writing Section is that it correlates closely with basic writing errors and improvements of high school students. In other words, preparing for it might not only help you get into college, but also help you accomplish something once you get there. The purpose of this workshop will be twofold:
• To identify and reinforce the most useful concepts and practices emphasized by the test.
• To familiarize students so thoroughly with the test format that it does not itself become a source of distraction or error.
July 28–August 1
9:00–12:00
Grade 9–12
Cost: $175

Introduction to Latin and Ancient Rome
Teresa Shelby
A fun introduction to the Latin language and Roman history and culture for Grades 5 to 7. Hands-on activities related to life in Roman times will be interspersed with learning some simple conversational Latin, as well as some Latin vocabulary with emphasis on Latin phrases and roots used in English. This is a great way to build vocabulary and word comprehension, and you get to wear a toga. This Challenge Camp will be best suited for young people who are good readers and who have some interest in languages and history.
July 21–25
9:00–12:00
Grade 5–7
Cost: $175

Shakespeare ’s Got Something To Say
Liz Harlan-Ferlo
Always been curious about the famous bard? Confused by just what he’s trying to say? Untangle the web of Shakespeare’s language in this fun, hands-on class. We will learn how Shakespeare included his stage directions in the plays themselves, how Elizabethan actors rehearsed and spoke, and even how to “tread the boards” ourselves. Guaranteed to grow your vocabulary, this class is especially good for those interested in literature and theater.
July 21–25
1:00–4:00
Grade 6–7
Cost: $175

THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED!

Business Success
Portland Wiz Kids
Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit? Have you dreamed of starting your own company? Through fun, fast, practical, hands-on learning, this camp offers you the opportunity to develop your entrepreneurial skills. Begin translating your interests and dreams into enterprise and independence. Develop confidence and leadership skills through teamwork. Create a company in camp and present your business plan. Meet successful business owners, go on field trips to local companies, and get a first-hand look at what it takes to build success. Leave camp with many ideas and the knowledge to bring them into reality.
July 28–August 1
9:00–3:30
Grade 9–12
Cost: $375

Storyteling, Puppetry and Performance
Anne Stabile
Learn the secrets of storytelling and puppetry as you either rewrite your own story as a play or choose one of your favorites to adapt in this weeklong day camp. I will introduce many new stories to you and help you create character, develop a personal theme, understand the elements of a puppet play, dramatize a story, and construct a puppet. This leads to a wonderful opportunity to put it all together in a performance on the last day of camp.
August 4–8
9:00–3:30
Grade 6–8
Cost: $300

SAT/PSAT/ACT/SAT2 Prep & Study Skills
Anna Schatz and Jeff Gadette
Begin to prepare now for the SAT, PSAT, ACT, and SAT2! Students will practice with actual exams, review math and grammar, and learn strategies for reading comprehension and vocabulary enrichment. Work smarter, not harder–learn to make the best use of your study time. Through diverse, hands-on assignments in class, learn techniques for studying more effectively, including how to brainstorm and organize your ideas. You will explore new ways to approach analytical projects and writing assignments, and you will learn techniques for memorizing, test-taking, prioritizing, and managing stress. All students will receive two books–The Real ACT and The Official Guide to the SAT.
August 4–8
9:00–12:30
Grade 10–12
Cost: $265 (includes two books)

Writing Workshop & College Applications
Anna Schatz
Get your college application essay completed this summer or develop more clarity in your writing assignments. Students are encouraged to bring drafts of writing to class, or you can begin drafts in class. Take the stress out of writing and learn techniques to polish any project. Small group work will be based on your age group. Younger students will work on essays and developing clarity, while older students will focus on getting prepared for college. Improve your skills and your grades.
August 4–August 8
1:00–3:00
Grade 9–12
Cost: $155