Whitney Summer Academy 2023

Summer Academy 2023 enrollment is now open!

An enrichment program, in which classes and camps do not earn academic credits, while they provide valuable preparations for future endeavors

We are opening a limited number of scholarships (up to 5% of the seats). Apply by May 15 by emailing to us (sa@whitneyhighfoundation.org) with the name(s) of the class(es) your student needs, summary of the need basis and/or merit basis, references. We will qualify the requests based on your information and references, and allocate available scholarships to qualified applicants (via lottery, if number of qualified application for any class exceeds number of scholarships). We will notify scholarship recipients by May 20.

Please see our enrollment page at https://mp.gg/v2w9i to sign up for the classes.
– All classes meet on weekdays, with Session I starting on Wednesday June 14 and ending on Friday June 30, followed by a holiday break on July 3rd-4th and Session II starting on Wednesday July 5 and ending on Friday June 21.
– Each class has two session, and Session II is not a repetition of Session I but covers new material.
– Camps are shorter, each with its own schedule.
– Some classes meet online (they are denoted by *), while other classes and all camps meet in-person at Whitney High School.

Here is the summary of what we offer for this Summer’s 2023 season, by age group:

For Elementary School students finishing their 2nd grade in 2022/23 academic year, we offer one on-campus camp:
– Performing Arts Camp (daily, from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14 except July 3&4)
     Participate in a Broadway style Frozen musical production
     On the state-of-the-art stage of the Whitney MAC center
     Choose morning (9am-12pm) or afternoon (12:30pm-3:30pm)

For Elementary School students finishing their 3rd or 4th grade in 2022/23 academic year, we offer two on-campus camps:
– Performing Arts Camp (daily, from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14 except July 3&4)
     Participate in a Broadway style Frozen musical production
     On the state-of-the-art stage of the Whitney MAC center
     Choose morning (9am-12pm) or afternoon (12:30pm-3:30pm)
– CyberPatriot Camp (daily, 9:00am-12:00pm from Monday July 10 to Friday July 14)
     Learn about foundational cybersecurity concepts such as password policies, firewalls, and basis networking
     Get hands on with computers to apply concepts learned by securing various operating systems, diagramming simple networks, and solving cybersecurity issues faced in the real world!

For Elementary School students finishing their 5th grade in 2022/23 academic year, we offer 3 online classes (denoted with *) and 2 on-campus camps:
– Study Skills Mastery* (daily, 12:30pm-1:55pm, via Zoom)
     Learn how to work smarter not harder, to save time and earn higher grades
     Session I: Learn note taking, best studying techniques, and much more
     Session II: Gain time management, and all the necessary tools to reach your highest academic potential
– Fun and Friendly Public Speaking/Debate* (daily, 2:05pm-3:30pm, via Zoom)
     Develop the highest-paid skill: Public Speaking
     Get coached on words, vocal variety, body language, and improvisation
     Session I: Learn various kinds of speeches including informative, persuasive, demonstration, and extemporaneous
     Session II: Practice Mock Interviews, Speech and Debate, as well as Sales Pitches (Shark Tank)
– Digital Creation at Home* (daily, Session I 4:30pm-5:30pm, Session II 4:30-5:45 via Zoom)
     Design a Digital Lamp with personalized functions through 3D Design/3D Printing
     Laptop computer is required, Chromebook will not work
     Session I: Use TinkerCard, a browser-based 3D Design modeling tool which helps express your imagination
     Session II: Use OnShape, a complete all-in-one product development platform with Python programming
– Performing Arts Camp (daily, from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14 except July 3&4)
     Participate in a Broadway style Frozen musical production
     On the state-of-the-art stage of the Whitney MAC center
     Choose morning (9am-12pm) or afternoon (12:30pm-3:30pm)
– CyberPatriot Camp (daily, 9:00am-12:00pm from Monday July 10 to Friday July 14)
     Learn about foundational cybersecurity concepts such as password policies, firewalls, and basis networking
     Get hands on with computers to apply concepts learned by securing various operating systems, diagramming simple networks, and solving cybersecurity issues faced in the real world!

For Elementary School students finishing 6th grade in 2022/23 academic year, we offer 5 on-campus classes, 3 online classes (denoted with *) and 2 on-campus camps:
– English I (daily, choose between 10:35am-12:00pm and 12:30pm-1:55pm)
     Foundational critical writing and reading skills to enhance your language building
     Reflect and analyze different texts, then learn and practice how to write different type of academic papers
     Session I: Enhance analyzing and writing nonfiction
     Session II: Enhance analyzing and writing fiction
– English II (daily, choose between 9:00am-10:25am and 12:30pm-1:55pm)
     Accelerated critical writing and reading skills, advance your language building
     Practice Literary Analysis of various texts, then apply those skills to your own writing
     Session I: Learn advanced analyzing and writing nonfiction
     Session II: Learn advanced analyzing and writing fiction
– Math 7 (daily, 9:00am-10:25am)
     Learn algebraic properties; characteristics of geometric figures
     Session I: Learn integers and absolute value, expressions, algebraic equations and inequalities, rational and irrational numbers
     Session II: Learn angles relationship, areas and volumes, circumference and area of a circle, the coordinates plane, distance formula and perimeter
– Programming I (daily, choose between 10:30am-12:00pm and 12:30pm-1:55pm)
     An introduction to creating computer algorithms, and coding mindset
     Session I: Learn basic computing literacy and functionality with  MIT-developed Scratch computing language, a block-based online platform
     Session II: Move to Python, a text-based programming language, starting with Turtle as an easy-to-use graphical environment for Python
– Programming II (daily, 2:05pm-3:30pm)
     Beginning Programming and developing a programmer’s mindset
     Strongly recommended that students have had some exposure to programming
     Session I: Begin programming using Python, a powerful text-based language, and develop the attention to detail needed to avoid common errors
     Session II: Learn HTML, CSS, and how the internet works, then the various programming operations as they are expressed in JavaScript
– Study Skills Mastery* (daily, 12:30pm-1:55pm, via Zoom)
     Learn how to work smarter not harder, to save time and earn higher grades
     Session I: Learn note taking, best studying techniques, and much more
     Session II: Gain time management, and all the necessary tools to reach your highest academic potential
– Fun and Friendly Public Speaking/Debate* (daily, 2:05pm-3:30pm, via Zoom)
     Develop the highest-paid skill: Public Speaking
     Get coached on words, vocal variety, body language, and improvisation
     Session I: Learn various kinds of speeches including informative, persuasive, demonstration, and extemporaneous
     Session II: Practice Mock Interviews, Speech and Debate, as well as Sales Pitches (Shark Tank)
– Digital Creation at Home* (daily, Session I 4:30pm-5:30pm, Session II 4:30-5:45 via Zoom)
     Design a Digital Lamp with personalized functions through 3D Design/3D Printing
     Laptop computer is required, Chromebook will not work
     Session I: Use TinkerCard, a browser-based 3D Design modeling tool which helps express your imagination
     Session II: Use OnShape, a complete all-in-one product development platform with Python programming
– Performing Arts Camp (daily, from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14 except July 3&4)
     Participate in a Broadway style Frozen musical production
     On the state-of-the-art stage of the Whitney MAC center
     Choose morning (9am-12pm) or afternoon (12:30pm-3:30pm)
– STEM Camp (daily, 8:30am-12:00pm from Wednesday July 12 to Friday July 21)
     Conduct exciting scientific experiments with Whitney Science Teacher
     Get a taste of STEM competitions and prepare for Middle School opportunities

For Middle School students finishing 7th grade in 2022/23 academic year, we offer 6 on-campus classes, 3 online classes (denoted with *) and 2 on-campus camps:
– English I (daily, choose between 10:35am-12:00pm and 12:30pm-1:55pm)
     Foundational critical writing and reading skills to enhance your language building
     Reflect and analyze different texts, then learn and practice how to write different type of academic papers
     Session I: Enhance analyzing and writing nonfiction
     Session II: Enhance analyzing and writing fiction
– English II (daily, choose between 9:00am-10:25am and 12:30pm-1:55pm)
     Accelerated critical writing and reading skills, advance your language building
     Practice Literary Analysis of various texts, then apply those skills to your own writing
     Session I: Learn advanced analyzing and writing nonfiction
     Session II: Learn advanced analyzing and writing fiction
– Math 8 (daily, 10:35am-12:00pm)
     Learn linear Equations and function; geometric transformation, and the Pythagorean Theorem
     Session I: Solve linear equations, solve a system of two linear equations, identify linear and nonlinear functions
     Session II: Verify experimentally the properties of transformations, and understand congruence vs. similarity; learn the Pythagorean Theorem
– Math I (daily, 10:35am-12:00pm)
     Learn Function Representation and sequences, geometric principles
     Session I: Compare arithmetic sequence and linear function; geometric sequences and exponential function, absolute-value equations and functions
     Session II: Learn postulates vs. theorems, congruence of triangles, angles of parallel lines and transversal, constructions
     Prerequisite: Accelerated Math 7 in 2022/23 school year
– Programming I (daily, choose between 10:30am-12:00pm and 12:30pm-1:55pm)
     An introduction to creating computer algorithms, and coding mindset
     Session I: Learn basic computing literacy and functionality with  MIT-developed Scratch computing language, a block-based online platform
     Session II: Move to Python, a text-based programming language, starting with Turtle as an easy-to-use graphical environment for Python
– Programming II (daily, 2:05pm-3:30pm)
     Beginning Programming and developing a programmer’s mindset
     Strongly recommended that students have had some exposure to programming
     Session I: Begin programming using Python, a powerful text-based language, and develop the attention to detail needed to avoid common errors
     Session II: Learn HTML, CSS, and how the internet works, then the various programming operations as they are expressed in JavaScript
– Study Skills Mastery* (daily, 12:30pm-1:55pm, via Zoom)
     Learn how to work smarter not harder, to save time and earn higher grades
     Session I: Learn note taking, best studying techniques, and much more
     Session II: Gain time management, and all the necessary tools to reach your highest academic potential
– Fun and Friendly Public Speaking/Debate* (daily, 2:05pm-3:30pm, via Zoom)
     Develop the highest-paid skill: Public Speaking
     Get coached on words, vocal variety, body language, and improvisation
     Session I: Learn various kinds of speeches including informative, persuasive, demonstration, and extemporaneous
     Session II: Practice Mock Interviews, Speech and Debate, as well as Sales Pitches (Shark Tank)
– Digital Creation at Home* (daily, Session I 4:30pm-5:30pm, Session II 4:30-5:45 via Zoom)
     Design a Digital Lamp with personalized functions through 3D Design/3D Printing
     Laptop computer is required, Chromebook will not work
     Session I: Use TinkerCard, a browser-based 3D Design modeling tool which helps express your imagination
     Session II: Use OnShape, a complete all-in-one product development platform with Python programming
– Performing Arts Camp (daily, from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14 except July 3&4)
     Participate in a Broadway style Frozen musical production
     On the state-of-the-art stage of the Whitney MAC center
     Choose morning (9am-12pm) or afternoon (12:30pm-3:30pm)
– STEM Camp (daily, 8:30am-12:00pm from Wednesday July 12 to Friday July 21)
     Conduct exciting scientific experiments with Whitney Science Teacher
     Get a taste of STEM competitions and prepare for Middle/High School opportunities

For Middle School students finishing 8th grade in 2022/23 academic year, we offer 7 on-campus classes, 3 online classes (denoted with *) and 2 on-campus camps:
– English I (daily, choose between 10:35am-12:00pm and 12:30pm-1:55pm)
     Foundational critical writing and reading skills to enhance your language building
     Reflect and analyze different texts, then learn and practice how to write different type of academic papers
Session I: Enhance analyzing and writing nonfiction
Session II: Enhance analyzing and writing fiction
– English II (daily, choose between 9:00am-10:25am and 12:30pm-1:55pm)
     Accelerated critical writing and reading skills, advance your language building
     Practice Literary Analysis of various texts, then apply those skills to your own writing
Session I: Learn advanced analyzing and writing nonfiction
Session II: Learn advanced analyzing and writing fiction
– Math I (daily, 10:35am-12:00pm)
     Learn Function Representation and sequences, geometric principles
Session I: Compare arithmetic sequence and linear function; geometric sequences and exponential function, absolute-value equations and functions
Session II: Learn postulates vs. theorems, congruence of triangles, angles of parallel lines and transversal, constructions
– Math II (daily, 2:05pm-3:50pm)
     Learn Polynomial functions, other functions, and geometric proofs
Session I: Learn Quadratic Functions including complex numbers, Polynomial Functions, Exponential Functions, and some applications
Session II: Perform various formal proofs, and few advanced constructions such as incenter and circumcenter of a triangle
     Prerequisite: Accelerated Math 8 in 2022/23 school year
– Programming I (daily, choose between 10:30am-12:00pm and 12:30pm-1:55pm)
     An introduction to creating computer algorithms, and coding mindset
Session I: Learn basic computing literacy and functionality with  MIT-developed Scratch computing language, a block-based online platform
Session II: Move to Python, a text-based programming language, starting with Turtle as an easy-to-use graphical environment for Python
– Programming II (daily, 2:05pm-3:30pm)
     Beginning Programming and developing a programmer’s mindset
     Strongly recommended that students have had some exposure to programming
Session I: Begin programming using Python, a powerful text-based language, and develop the attention to detail needed to avoid common errors
Session II: Learn HTML, CSS, and how the internet works, then the various programming operations as they are expressed in JavaScript
– Computer Science Skills (daily 2:05pm-3:30pm)
     Get ahead on the AP Computer Science curriculum
Session I: Learn selected mathematical foundations from AP Computer Science Principles including discrete math, data representation, and programming
Session II: Learn selected programming methodologies from AP Computer Science including object oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms
– Study Skills Mastery* (daily, 12:30pm-1:55pm, via Zoom)
     Learn how to work smarter not harder, to save time and earn higher grades
Session I: Learn note taking, best studying techniques, and much more
Session II: Gain time management, and all the necessary tools to reach your highest academic potential
– Fun and Friendly Public Speaking/Debate* (daily, 2:05pm-3:30pm, via Zoom)
     Develop the highest-paid skill: Public Speaking
     Get coached on words, vocal variety, body language, and improvisation
Session I: Learn various kinds of speeches including informative, persuasive, demonstration, and extemporaneous
Session II: Practice Mock Interviews, Speech and Debate, as well as Sales Pitches (Shark Tank)
– Digital Creation at Home* (daily, Session I 4:30pm-5:30pm, Session II 4:30-5:45 via Zoom)
     Design a Digital Lamp with personalized functions through 3D Design/3D Printing
     Laptop computer is required, Chromebook will not work
Session I: Use TinkerCard, a browser-based 3D Design modeling tool which helps express your imagination
Session II: Use OnShape, a complete all-in-one product development platform with Python programming
– Performing Arts Camp (daily, from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14 except July 3&4)
     Participate in a Broadway style Frozen musical production
     On the state-of-the-art stage of the Whitney MAC center
     Choose morning (9am-12pm) or afternoon (12:30pm-3:30pm)
– Ceramics Camp (daily, 12:30pm-3:30pm from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14, no class on July 3&4)
     Make pottery from clay by hand-building, wheel throwing, glazing, then firing
     Whitney Teacher will operate the kiln in finalizing your art piece

For High School students finishing 9th grade in 2022/23 academic year, we offer 2 on-campus classes, 2 online classes (denoted with *) and 2 on-campus camps:
– Math II (daily, 2:05pm-3:50pm)
     Learn Polynomial functions, other functions, and geometric proofs
     Session I: Learn Quadratic Functions including complex numbers, Polynomial Functions, Exponential Functions, and some applications
     Session II: Perform various formal proofs, and few advanced constructions such as incenter and circumcenter of a triangle
– Computer Science Skills (daily 2:05pm-3:30pm)
     Get ahead on the AP Computer Science curriculum
     Session I: Learn selected mathematical foundations from AP Computer Science Principles including discrete math, data representation, and programming
     Session II: Learn selected programming methodologies from AP Computer Science including object oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms
– Study Skills Mastery* (daily, 12:30pm-1:55pm, via Zoom)
     Learn how to work smarter not harder, to save time and earn higher grades
     Session I: Learn note taking, best studying techniques, and much more
     Session II: Gain time management, and all the necessary tools to reach your highest academic potential
– Fun and Friendly Public Speaking/Debate* (daily, 2:05pm-3:30pm, via Zoom)
     Develop the highest-paid skill: Public Speaking
     Get coached on words, vocal variety, body language, and improvisation
     Session I: Learn various kinds of speeches including informative, persuasive, demonstration, and extemporaneous
     Session II: Practice Mock Interviews, Speech and Debate, as well as Sales Pitches (Shark Tank)
– Performing Arts Camp (daily, from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14 except July 3&4)
     Participate in a Broadway style Frozen musical production
     On the state-of-the-art stage of the Whitney MAC center
     Choose morning (9am-12pm) or afternoon (12:30pm-3:30pm)
– Ceramics Camp (daily, 12:30pm-3:30pm from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14, no class on July 3&4)
     Make pottery from clay by hand-building, wheel throwing, glazing, then firing
     Whitney Teacher will operate the kiln in finalizing your art piece

For High School students above 9th grade in 2022/23 academic year, as well as alumni, we offer one on-campus camp:
– Ceramics Camp (daily, 12:30pm-3:30pm from Monday June 19 to Friday July 14, no class on July 3&4)
     Make pottery from clay by hand-building, wheel throwing, glazing, then firing
     Whitney Teacher will operate the kiln in finalizing your art piece

Tuition:
– All classes except Digital Creations at Home – $410 per class (Session I – $205,  Session II – $205)
– Digital Creations at Home $520 per class (for both session including materials) or $265 for Session I only (including materials) or $315 for Session II only (including materials)
– CyberPatriot Camp – $200 for 1st enrolled student in a family, $15 discount for additional siblings enrolled
– Performing Arts Camp – $350 for 1st enrolled student in a family, $25 discount for additional siblings enrolled
– STEM Camp – $350 for 1st enrolled student in a family, $25 discount for additional siblings enrolled (cost of materials is included in tuition)
– Ceramics Camp – $375 for 1st enrolled student in a family, $25 discount for additional siblings enrolled (one clay bag and glaze are included – If students would like to use more clay, they may purchase additional bags from the teacher)

Contact information:
Email: sa@whitneyhighfoundation.org (please expect a response in 24 hours)

Mailing Address: 16800 Shoemaker Avenue, Cerritos, CA 90703