Summer Camps & Courses - St. Joseph High School 2022

ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL NEVER STOPS.

We are so excited to welcome students in all grades back to our campus to spend their days playing sports in the sun, taking courses with our dedicated faculty, or meeting new friends during a seminar designed for our newest Cadets. Course offerings and descriptions, as well as dates and costs are detailed below. We'll see you this summer!

IDEA & FRESHMAN SEMINAR
For Incoming 9th Grade Cadets

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IDEA: Innovation, Design, Engineering, Applications
Freshman Seminar

IDEA: Innovation, Design, Engineering, Applications

Credit Earned Upon Completion: .50
Price: $300
Dates:

* Session #1 will run July 17 - July 28 from 8:30am-11:30am
* Session #2 will run July 17 - July 28 from 12pm-3pm
* Session #3 will run July 31 - August 11 from 8:30am-11:30am
* Session #4 will run July 31 - August 11 from 12pm-3pm

Description: Milestone C’s IDEA program brings freshmen students face to face with a “real world design experience”. Using technology-centered, hands-on, inquiry-based learning, and problem-solving students are tasked with building an electric car company from the ground up.

What should Students Expect?

An academic and time intensive high school prep course; homework including discussion and work outside of class; formal collaboration and presentation; a technology-focused program including all stages: physical build, design and testing.

Course Credits

Students who elect to take this course during the summer will receive a full-week study hall during one semester of freshmen year. If students elect to take this course and then enroll in Choir or Band, they will receive the .5 credits, but will not have the semester-long study hall.

Freshman Seminar

FRESHMEN SEMINAR

This course is not for credit.
Price: $75 (includes lunch)
Dates: August 21 – 23, 2023 (8:00am-1:30pm)

Description: Our Class of 2027 Freshman Seminar class provides a well-rounded orientation for incoming students to ease the transition to high school both academically and socially! This three-day onboarding program will feature academic courses, College & School Counselor meetings, student account set up and a group service project.

Course Notes & Considerations: Daily lunch will be provided, however our catering program will not yet be operating at full capacity. If you have dietary restrictions, we recommend bringing a lunch from home.

Registration is now closed. Please contact admissions@sjcadets.org for more information.

ACADEMIC COURSES
For Current 10th-12th Cadets

Registrations Have Now Closed

Geometry, Honors (Open to Sophomores)

GEOMETRY (HONORS)

Credit Earned Upon Completion: 1.0
Price: $500
Dates: August 7 – 25, 2023 (8:30am-11:30am)
Open to: Students who have successfully completed Algebra 1
Faculty Lead: Mrs. Berry, Math Department Chair rberry@sjcadets.org

Registration: Scroll to the bottom of this page to access the registration form.
Description: Two and three-dimensional geometric figures are explored through the use of definitions, postulates and theorems. Inductive and deductive reasoning are developed in the formulation of proofs and through group activities. This course allows for students to earn credit prior to their sophomore year, allowing them to take Calculus as Seniors.

Civics (Open to Seniors)

CIVICS

Credit Earned Upon Completion: .50
Price: $250
Dates: August 7 – 18, 2023 (8:30am-10:45am)
Open to: 12th Grade

Faculty Lead: Mr. Tyrell, Social Studies Department Chair, jtyrell@sjcadets.org

Registration: Scroll to the bottom of this page to access the registration form.
Description: This course is an intensive study of the constitutional framework, institutions, and political processes of the United States government. Students focus on the duties, rights, and responsibilities of citizenship and develop a critical understanding of the political, economic, and social challenges in governing a pluralistic society. Case studies of historical and current issues are utilized to provide students an analytical perspective on the evolution of the United States government.

Civics, Honors (Open to Seniors)

CIVICS, HONORS

Credit Earned Upon Completion: .50
Price: $250
Dates: August 7 – 18, 2023 (8:30am-10:45am)
Open to: 12th Grade

Faculty Lead: Mr. Tyrell, Social Studies Department Chair, jtyrell@sjcadets.org

Registration: Scroll to the bottom of this page to access the registration form.

Description: This course is an intensive study of the constitutional framework, institutions, and political processes of the United States government. Students focus on the duties, rights, and responsibilities of citizenship and develop a critical understanding of the political, economic, and social challenges in governing a pluralistic society. Case studies of historical and current issues are utilized to provide students an analytical perspective on the evolution of the United States government.

Prerequisite: Cumulative 90 average or above in United States History CP

New Testament / Christology (Open to Sophomores)

NEW TESTAMENT / CHRISTOLOGY

Credit Earned Upon Completion: 1.0
Price: $500
Dates: August 7 – 25, 2023 (8:30am-11:30am)
Open to: 10th Graders

Faculty Lead: Meghan Piatak, Theology Department Chair, mpiatak@sjcadets.org.

Registration: Scroll to the bottom of this page to access the registration form.
Description: In this course, students learn of God’s revelation through an examination of the writings of the New Testament, and by studying the person, role, nature and message of Jesus Christ. Emphasis on the development of Christology from the first century to the modern age, and an exploration of the Acts of the Apostles and the Epistles illustrate the role of the early Christian community in the formation of the Church. Students learn to integrate Scripture into prayer life and moral decision-making.

Catholic Social Teachings (Open to Juniors)

CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHINGS

Credit Earned Upon Completion: .50
Price: $250
Dates: August 7 – 18, 2023 (8:30am-10:45am)
Open to: 11th Graders

Faculty Lead: Meghan Piatak, Theology Department Chair, mpiatak@sjcadets.org.

Registration: via the form at the bottom of this page
Description: This course examines the history of Roman Catholic social teaching with an emphasis on Church Documents promulgated by Popes and Bishops. With an emphasis on the principles of Catholic social teaching using reflection, judgment, and action, topics include justice and society, the right to life, prejudice, racism, peace, work, and the environment.

Spanish 4 (Open to Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors)

SPANISH 4

Credit Earned Upon Completion: 1.0
Price: $500
Dates: August 7 – 25, 2023 (8:30am-11:30am)
Open to: Students who have successfully completed Spanish 3

Faculty Lead: Jaqueline Sullivan, World Language Department Chair, jcsullivan@sjcadets.org

Registration: Scroll to the bottom of this page to access the registration form.
Description: This course is for the advanced student who would like to strengthen and further develop his or her language skills. Oral, written, and grammar study are conducted in Spanish. This intermediate-high level course focuses on meaningful contexts that develop and consolidate a student’s speaking, listening, reading, writing, and cultural competencies. Students also view, research, and discuss the importance of cultural figures through short Hispanic films, Spanish texts, and current publications. This course is conducted almost entirely in Spanish.

Spanish 4, Honors (Open to Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors)

SPANISH 4, HONORS

Credit Earned Upon Completion: 1.0
Price: $500
Dates: August 7 – 25, 2023 (8:30am-11:30am)
Open to: Students who have successfully completed Spanish 3

Faculty Lead: Jaqueline Sullivan, World Language Department Chair, jcsullivan@sjcadets.org

Registration: Scroll to the bottom of this page to access the registration form.

Description: This course is for the advanced student who would like to strengthen and further develop his or her language skills. Oral, written, and grammar study are conducted in Spanish. This intermediate-high level course focuses on meaningful contexts that develop and consolidate a student’s speaking, listening, reading, writing, and cultural competencies. Students also view, research, and discuss the importance of cultural figures through short Hispanic films, Spanish texts, and current publications. This course is conducted almost entirely in Spanish.

Prerequisite: Students who have successfully completed Spanish 3 with a cumulative 90 average or above.

ATHLETIC CAMPS

Various Grades, SJ Enrollment Not Required

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Girls Basketball

Softball

Girls Volleyball

Football Camp

Boys Basketball

Boys Lacrosse

Baseball

Free Football Clinic

Join St. Joes for a FREE football clinic for boys and girls in grades 5-8!

Saturday, July 1, 2023 from 9:00am-12:00pm

The clinic features St. Joes alum, Tyler Matakevich, ’11, alongside his Buffalo Bills teammates, and SJ alumni players. Students will move through a rigorous warm up before breaking into groups to rotate through various skills instruction, focusing on football-specific agility and coordination drills.

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New! Cheerleading Camp

There will be a Cheerleading Camp for any student in Grades K-8 at St. Joseph High School from August 22-24th (3pm-6pm)!

The cost of the camp is $80 per athlete, and includes a t-shirt and tentative performance at the first SJ home football game (Sep 16th) alongside SJ cheerleaders.

Scroll down on this page to find the registration form. Registration closes on August 20.

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING SESSIONS

Current SJ Students

Athletic Conditioning Dates:

Athletic Conditioning is hosted by KMK Training on SJ's campus. There is no fee for our students to participate in Athletic Conditioning. Please Note: All students must make sure to sign up through FinalForms in order to participate. Learn more at: https://stjoseph-ct.finalforms.com/

Football

Cheerleading

Boys Soccer

Boys Golf

Field Hockey

Girls Volleyball

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

Current SJ Students

Summer Service Days

SANDWICH/MEAL PACK SERVICE PROJECT
Join us to pack sandwiches and meals to benefit our local pantries and shelters!

Presented By: SJ's Campus Ministry Department
Location: St. Joes
Open to: SJ Cadets, All Grades
Dates: July 19 from 10:00am-12:00pm; August 2 from 12:00pm-2:00pm
Cost: Supply donations are requested. In a confirmation email sent two weeks before the Meal Pack date you register for, you will receive an email with necessary donations and an opportunity to choose your contribution.
Registration: Scroll to the bottom of this page to access the registration form.

SUMMER REGISTRATION FORMS

Summer Service Days

Academic Course Registrations (Now Closed)

Cheerleading Camp (August 22-24)

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I give permission for my child (named above) to participate in the Cheerleading Camp. I acknowledge that even with the best coaching, use of the most standard equipment and strict observance of rules, injuries are still a possibility. I, the undersigned, agree my child is physically fit to participate in strenuous athletic activity.

I acknowledge that it is the parent(s)’ and student’s sole responsibility to provide the athletic trainer/coach with any authorized medicine (i.e., epipens, inhales, etc.) in order for the trainer/coach to administer said items when needed. I hereby authorize all personnel of the Diocese of Bridgeport, St. Joseph High School, and their duly authorized agents to act for me according to their best judgment in any emergency requiring medical attention. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the aforementioned of any responsibility related to said treatment.

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ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL NEVER STOPS.

IDEA & FRESHMAN SEMINAR For Incoming 9th Grade Cadets

Registration is now closed. Please contact admissions@sjcadets.org for more information.

ACADEMIC COURSES For Current 10th-12th Cadets

ATHLETIC CAMPS

Various Grades, SJ Enrollment Not Required

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING SESSIONS

Current SJ Students

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

Current SJ Students

Summer Service Days

SUMMER REGISTRATION FORMS

IDEA & FRESHMAN SEMINAR
For Incoming 9th Grade Cadets

ACADEMIC COURSES
For Current 10th-12th Cadets