Welcome to the CTY Webinar CTY Summer Programs: What to Expect in 2017
BEFORE WE GET STARTED Welcome and introductions Today s session will last about 20 minutes Feel free to ask questions at any time by speaking into your phone or by using the Q&A feature at the top of your screen Please press *6 to mute your phone; #6 will unmute your phone Copies of the slides from today s presentation will be available from the web page you will be directed when we conclude the session
WEBINAR AGENDA Program Overview Typical Schedules Recreation Site Packets What to bring What not to bring Questions?
What are CTY Summer Programs? Full-day and residential experiences to challenge kids when school s out and allow them to form a community. Day and residential sites for qualified students completing grades 2-10 Challenging and fast-paced courses; students enroll in a single course for the three-week session Experienced instructors committed to student success with a teaching assistant in every class Small class sizes with hands-on learning and varied activities that keep students engaged and learning
CTY Summer Programs dates and sites Tentative dates for 2017 for most sites Session 1: June 25-July 14 Session 2: July 16-August 4 Hong Kong Programs: July 9-28 Young Students Programs (Grade 2-6) Day Sites (Grades 2-6) Alexandria, Virginia (St. Stephen's & St. Agnes School) Brooklandville, Maryland (St. Paul's School) La Jolla, California (La Jolla Country Day School) New York, New York (Speyer Legacy School) San Mateo, California (The Nueva School - Bay Meadow) Sandy Spring, Maryland (Sandy Spring Friends School) Hong Kong (The Independent School Foundation Academy) Residential Sites (Grades 5-6) Bristol, Rhode Island (Roger Williams University) Chestertown, Maryland (Washington College) Easton, Pennsylvania (Lafayette College) Los Angeles, California (Loyola Marymount University) Academic Explorations (Grade 7 and above) Bristol, Rhode Island (Roger Williams University) Easton, Pennsylvania (Lafayette College) Haverford, Pennsylvania (Haverford College) Santa Cruz, California (University of California at Santa Cruz) Baltimore, Maryland (Marine Sciences Program) Seattle, Washington (Seattle University) Hong Kong (The University of Hong Kong) Intensive Studies (Grade 7 and above) Baltimore, Maryland (Johns Hopkins University) Carlisle, Pennsylvania (Dickinson College) Lancaster, Pennsylvania (Franklin & Marshall College) Los Angeles, California (Loyola Marymount University) Saratoga Springs, New York (Skidmore College) Seattle, Washington (Seattle University) Hong Kong (The University of Hong Kong) Civic Leadership Institute (Grade 10-12) Baltimore, Maryland (Johns Hopkins University) Berkeley, California (University of California, Berkeley) Global Issues at Princeton (Grade 10-12)
2017 SITE UPDATE As of February 8, 2017, we are still working on identifying Young Students program locations in the Los Angeles area (day site) and northern California (residential site). Updates will be posted on our web site.
Typical Schedule (weekday at a 7 th grade and above residential site) 8:00 am 9:00 am Breakfast 8:00 am 12:00 pm Class 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Lunch 1:00 pm 3:00 pm Class/Lab 3:15 pm 5:30 pm Activities 5:30 pm 7:00 pm Dinner 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Evening Class 9:00 pm 10:30 pm Hall Meetings and Social Time 10:30 pm Lights Out
Typical Schedule (weekday at a day site) 7:30 am CTY Office opens & Before-Care begins 8:45 am Students arrive 9:00 am 11:30 am Class 11:30 pm 12:30 pm Lunch 12:30 pm 2:30 pm Class 2:30 pm 3:45 pm Activities 3:45 pm 4:00 pm Classes reconvene for wrap-up 4:00 pm Students depart and After-Care begins 5:30 pm After-Care ends and CTY Office closes Students have nightly homework assignments.
Summer Programs Recreation Focuses on both the social and academic environment (balanced learning) Offers unique activities Encourages students to socialize with academic peers Gives students a sense of ownership of the program Allows students to be students
Summer Programs Recreation Weekday Afternoon/Evening Activities Sports Arts and Crafts Music and Drama Community-building activities Weekend Activities Dances/Socials Olympics Movies Talent Shows
Student Site Packets CTY Things to Do: Summer Checklist Medical Forms and Medical Care at Site 3 2017 Medical Form Instructions Arrival Day Information Travel Planning Site Map Packing Guidelines Bringing Personal Electronics Living on Site Expectations for Student Conduct Expenses Contacting Your Child Information for Commuting, International, and Two Session Students Information for Students with Disabilities or Special Needs Registration and Tuition Policies Refund Policy Packing Checklist
What to bring Packing Checklist Clothing o Casual clothing for classes and activities o Jacket or sweater o Bathrobe, pajamas, slippers, shower shoes o Dressier clothing for dances/socials (if desired) o Swimsuit and towel o Clothes hangers o Rain gear o Athletic shoes (no black soles) o Science students only: Long pants and closed toe shoes for laboratories School Supplies o General supplies (paper, notebooks, pens, pencils, highlighters, etc.) o Scientific calculator (if you already own one; math, computer science, and science students only) o Backpack or book bag Bedding Needs o Sheets (extra long single bed size) o Pillow and pillowcase o Blanket or comforter Laundry supplies o Detergent o Quarters for laundry Bath Supplies o Bath towels and washcloths o Toiletry items in caddy: toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, plastic cup, etc. Miscellaneous o Any necessary medications in original containers, with instructions in English o Copy of medical form (important!) o Copy of pharmacy and insurance cards o Key deposit check ($###) o Cell phone with charger or calling card o Spending money ($50 to $75 recommended, not including money for books or key deposit) o Alarm clock o Desk lamp o Musical instruments (if desired) o Sports equipment, if desired (frisbee, etc.) o Roll on insect repellent (recommended) o Sunscreen (also consider a long sleeved shirt, a hat, and sunglasses) o Science students who wear contact lenses: eyeglasses to wear in the laboratory.
What not to bring - Prohibited Items The following items must NOT be brought to the sites: Weapons of any kind (including pocket knives, martial arts devices, and toys resembling weapons) Any flame producing devices (including matches, lighters, and firecrackers) Energy drinks, such as Red Bull, Monster, and Amp Pets of any kind Televisions or video games consoles such as Xbox or Wii Bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, skates, scooters, or shoes with wheels Free weights Water guns Halogen lamps, refrigerators, or cooking devices Staff lanyards from current or previous summers In addition to the above list, we reserve the right to confiscate for the length of the program any items that, in our judgment, demonstrate the potential for distracting students from the goals of the program, or that pose undue risk to property or to the safety and well being of people.
Questions?