Advanced Composition Online 0.5 credit (entering 10th–12th grade)Course #1009300Are you an independent learner? Can you successfully meet deadlines? Do you enjoy working at the computer? If you answered inthe affirmative, then the LHPS online composition course could be a good choice for you. While the “live” classes should be yourfirst choice, if your schedule does not permit attendance at these sessions, the online option might be your answer! This courseofficially begins June 9th, but you are welcome to begin as soon as exams end. The close of the course is Thursday, July 2nd.Here’s how it works: Once accepted into this course, you will have a preliminary meeting with your mentor teacher for anoverview of the class and to receive class materials. At the end of the class, you are required to take the final exam on campus. Allassignments must be submitted according to the agreed-upon course timetable or your enrollment will be dropped. Part of thecurriculum for this course includes learning to meet deadlines! All work must be finished by the end of the course, July 2nd.Prerequisite: Students enrolling in this course should be capable of independent work, consistent in meeting deadlines, and havereliable access to the Internet.All students enrolling in Online Advanced Composition must, along with their parents, agree to the following statement, whichis located in the online registration: I understand that all assignments must be submitted electronically by the dates due and that theon campus test must be taken on one of the scheduled dates. All materials and hard copy projects must be turned in on the test day.I will have Internet access for the duration of the course. I understand that I will be dropped from the course if I miss more than twoassignment deadlines.Session I/II (S1516611): Tuesday, June 9th– Thursday, July 2nd $975Humanities 0.5 credit (entering 11th–12th grade)Course #0900310Humanities is a survey class that will guide you through art, philosophy, religion, and culture of man from the prehistoric era to theRenaissance. The class is a hands-on experience and the students will engage in a variety of field trips to enhance the experience.Session I (S1515312): Tuesday, June 9th–26th 8:00 – 2:00 $900East Asian Studies Honors 0.5 credit (entering 11th–12th grade)Course #2109345This course highlights the geography and regional differences of China, Japan, and Korea, including their philosophicaland political systems, and East Asia’s role in the world today. Students will examine the history of East Asia and how the pastis influencing the present. Emphasis will be placed on arts, religion, politics and economy. Research and writing are integralrequirements of this class, providing students the opportunity to explore chosen topics in depth. At least one field experiencehighlighting the course content will enrich understanding.Session I (S1515317): Tuesday, June 9th – 26th 8:00 – 2:00 $885Summer Spectacular 2015 | 16
Sports Psychology 0.5 credit (entering 11th – 12th grade)Course #000109Through the study of sport psychology, students will acquire an understanding of and appreciation for the mental componentof athletics and other everyday challenges. They will better understand their own personality, motives, how to thrive in ateam atmosphere, and how to improve their performance through arousal regulation, mental imagery, positive self-talk, andpsychological skills training. While sports will be a medium for dissemination, this course can improve performance in academicsand the arts as well.Session I (S1515322): Tuesday, June 9th – June 26th 8:00 – 2:00 $940Personal Finance Skills for the Game of Life Online 0.5 credit (entering 11th–12th grade)Course #2102355Are you ready for the game of life? What’s the ROI on your future degree? Are all credit cards considered equal? Should youchoose a 401k or a 403b retirement account? Prepare for these important decisions and more in this personal finance course thatwill walk you through the various aspects of your life and the important choices you will have to make along the way. We willcover concepts including budgeting, paying taxes, saving for retirement, acquiring loans, credit scores, and more. The course is sixweeks in duration, with deadlines occurring every two weeks. Optional class field trips will be scheduled to give students real lifeexperiences with important financial decisions.All students enrolling in Personal Finance Skills for the Game of Life must, along with their parents, agree to the followingstatement, which is located in the online registration: I understand that all assignments, materials, and hard copy projects mustbe submitted by the dates due. I will have Internet access for the duration of the course. I understand that I will be dropped from thecourse if I miss more than two assignment deadlines.Session I/II (S1516618): Wednesday, June 10th – July 17th $885Summer Spectacular 2015 | 17