Summer Classes
Designed by our subject experts with classroom expertise across many curricula, these classes prepare students for an exceptional start to the school year not just through teaching content, but also through strategic skill-building and mindset development that underscore success in each of these areas. All courses take place Monday-Friday, and times are displayed in EST. Click on any of the course times and dates below to view a full course description, pricing, instructor info, and more.
Writing
Analytical Writing for High Schoolers (Rising 9th-12th graders)
Give your high schooler a significant advantage in humanities courses with this engaging workshop that transforms how students approach analytical writing. Working with both classic and contemporary texts, participants develop essential skills that transfer across all subjects: from critical reading and strategic annotation to crafting compelling thesis statements and selecting powerful evidence. Students learn to decode challenging essay prompts, anticipate teacher expectations, and develop effective revision strategies—building confidence and capabilities that make a meaningful difference throughout high school and beyond.
Poetry Analysis for High Schoolers (Rising 9th-12th graders)
Poetry doesn't have to be intimidating. This workshop equips students with smart strategies for analyzing everything from Shakespeare to contemporary works, balancing technical understanding with personal insight. Students will develop the confidence to tackle poetry with both analytical skill and genuine appreciation—an approach that makes a real difference in advanced English classes where thoughtful analysis sets top students apart.
Math and Science
Intro to Geometry (Rising 7th-9th graders)
Even strong math students are often surprised by Geometry's unique challenges. This five-day course prepares students for the visual thinking and proof writing that make Geometry different from previous math courses. They'll develop the logical reasoning skills needed for success while reviewing the key Algebra concepts that Geometry is founded upon. By bridging a familiar mathematical thinking with a new conceptual approach, students will begin the school year with confidence and clarity.
Intro to Algebra 2 (Rising 9th-11th graders)
Bridge the critical gap between Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 with a course that reinforces essential information from the former and previews key new concepts from the latter. Students will master functions, transformations, and radical expressions while developing sophisticated graphing calculator skills that save time on both homework and standardized tests. It's excellent preparation for one of high school's most important math courses.
Intro to Precalculus (Rising 10th-12th graders)
With this course, your student will walk into one of high school's most challenging math courses feeling prepared and confident. This five-day program builds understanding of the advanced functions, trigonometry, and exponentials that form Precalculus' backbone. Our approach makes these sophisticated concepts accessible and intuitive, giving students confidence from day one. Introduction to Precalculus is taught by an exceptional math specialist who knows exactly how to make these complex ideas click for students.
Intro to Calculus (Rising 10th-12th graders)
Start senior year Calculus with confidence. This five-day course makes the fundamental concepts of calculus—limits, derivatives, and integrals—feel intuitive rather than overwhelming. Instead of just memorizing formulas, students develop real understanding through thoughtful applications and problem-solving. This approach creates a meaningful advantage when tackling this challenging capstone math course.
Intro to Biology (Rising 9th-12th graders)
This comprehensive five-day course provides students with both the foundational scientific concepts and the specialized study skills needed to excel in first-year biology—from chemistry fundamentals to evolution's interpretive framework. Beyond content mastery of the challenging first units, students develop crucial scientific competencies in experiment design, data analysis, and evidence-based reasoning that distinguish top performers throughout the year, ensuring they begin their biology studies with both confidence and capability.
Intro to Chemistry (Rising 9th-12th graders)
Chemistry presents unique challenges, requiring conceptual understanding and problem-solving rather than simple memorization. This five-day course builds confidence with the fundamental concepts that everything else builds upon—atomic structure, measurement, and analytical techniques. Getting comfortable with these basics before school starts makes a tremendous difference in this cumulative subject where early understanding directly impacts success throughout the year.
Intro to Physics (Rising 9th-12th graders)
Get ahead of the curve with this five-day course that builds both intuition and problem-solving skills for high school physics. Students will tackle essential concepts—from motion and force diagrams to energy, momentum, and gravitation—that form the foundation of the challenging first units. Rather than simply memorizing equations, they'll develop genuine understanding of the physical principles, allowing them to approach physics with the confidence and analytical thinking that leads to success in this math-intensive science.
Introduction to Economics (Rising 10th graders-College)
Discover why economics is anything but dry in this engaging bootcamp that brings micro and macroeconomic concepts to life through real-world applications. Students will explore everything from market dynamics and behavioral economics to inflation and policy decisions through fascinating case studies drawn from business, real estate, and global affairs. Perfect for high schoolers curious about economics or college-bound students preparing for challenging introductory courses, this program transforms complex economic theories into accessible tools for understanding the world. Students will gain both conceptual foundations and practical insights that make economics relevant to everyday decision-making.
College Prep
Rising College Freshmen Bootcamp (Rising College freshmen)
Set your college-bound student up for success with this comprehensive bootcamp designed specifically for the critical first-semester transition. Working with four specialized Forum experts, students develop practical strategies for the challenges that derail many freshmen: managing complex assignments without supervision, tackling challenging "weed-out" courses, navigating career exploration, and maximizing campus resources. Unlike generic college prep, this hands-on workshop builds actionable skills—from creating effective digital organization systems to developing strategic study approaches for difficult classes. Students leave with both confidence and concrete tools: planning templates, resume frameworks, and resource guides that provide a significant advantage during those crucial first months on campus.
Foundations for Financial Careers (Rising College freshmen & sophomores)
Students pursuing careers in finance are facing escalating competition for jobs, accelerating recruiting schedules, and growing uncertainty around artificial intelligence. Now more than ever students need to have an organized plan in place to begin preparing for the important internship interviews that begin midway through sophomore year. This week-long course will provide the foundation to address all of the complexities and challenges that aspiring financial professionals must navigate successfully if they are to secure a coveted spot at a top institution.