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 and Study Skills
Mastering Middle School Analytical and Creative Writing (Rising 5th-6th graders)
Build your child's writing confidence during this pivotal developmental stage when expectations shift from simple narrative to more structured composition. This engaging workshop balances analytical foundations with creative expression, helping students find their unique voice while learning essential organizational frameworks. Through accessible, age-appropriate activities, participants discover how to organize their thoughts, develop supporting details, and express ideas with clarity and imagination. Students practice both analytical skills like identifying main ideas and creative techniques that make their writing vivid and engaging—creating a strong foundation for middle school writing success.
Acing Analytical Writing and Close Reading (Rising 7th-8th graders)
Prepare your middle schooler for the rigorous writing demands of high school with this focused workshop that builds sophisticated analytical skills. Students learn to dissect challenging texts, craft compelling thesis statements, and construct well-reasoned arguments supported by carefully selected evidence. Working with grade-appropriate readings, participants develop the precise critical thinking and writing techniques that teachers expect in advanced coursework—from annotating effectively to revising with purpose. This course bridges the crucial gap between basic composition and the nuanced analytical writing essential for high school success.
Study Skills Bootcamp (Rising 6th-8th graders)
Transform how your student approaches learning with this powerful five-session bootcamp led by Forum’s executive functioning expert Rora Brodwin. Beyond just subject content, students will master the evidence-based strategies that make learning stick—effective note-taking, time management, and anti-procrastination techniques that top students use consistently. They'll learn to work smarter, not harder, developing skills that prevent last-minute cramming and build positive relationships with teachers. It's the perfect foundation for success as academic demands increase throughout middle and high school.
Math
Fraction Foundations & Beyond (Rising 5th graders)
Give your student an advantage in 5th grade math with this engaging course focused on fractions—the critical foundation for middle school mathematics. Rather than teaching "rules" to memorize, our expert instructors use visual models, manipulatives, and fun games to build genuine understanding of how fractions work. Students develop both computational skills and conceptual mastery, from comparing fractions to working with mixed numbers, while strengthening mental math strategies that make fraction work more intuitive. This hands-on approach creates both confidence and capability that pays dividends throughout the upcoming school year and beyond.
Mental Math Hacks and FDP (Rising 6th graders)
Prepare for 6th grade success with this innovative two-week course designed by elite middle school teachers who know exactly what students need to thrive. This class builds mastery of crucial middle school concepts—fractions, decimals, percentages, and ratios—while teaching powerful mental math strategies that make calculation faster and more intuitive. Students will learn to mentally find percentages, work confidently with negative numbers, and even explore Singapore-style model drawing techniques. These skills create a significant advantage heading into one of middle school's most important mathematical transitions.
Pre-Algebra Foundations (Rising 7th graders)
Get a head start on 7th grade Pre-Algebra with this comprehensive course designed by classroom experts who understand the challenges students typically face. Beyond just previewing content, students learn to "think algebraically"—working confidently with variables, solving equations and inequalities, and translating word problems into mathematical language. The course reinforces critical skills from 6th grade while introducing new concepts that form the foundation for all future mathematics. Students develop both technical proficiency and genuine understanding, allowing them to approach Pre-Algebra with confidence from day one.
Intro to Algebra 1 (Rising 6th-8th graders)
Get a head start on Algebra 1 with this course covering the essential concepts students encounter in the critical first unit. From equations to linear functions, mastering these fundamentals before school begins creates a real advantage throughout the year. Students build both the skills and confidence that lead to success in the classroom and on standardized tests where these foundational concepts appear repeatedly.
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.