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    26

    ALEKS Math Review (grades 6-9)

    Virtual
    Schedule: June 10-August 9, flexible times. This course is offered via remote learning only.
    (No summer program on June 19, July 4 and 5, in observance of Juneteenth and Independence Day)
    Grade Level: rising 6-9

    Preparing for Math Foundations will be completed on the ALEKS computer system with the support of a Ransom Everglades Middle School math teacher. There will be optional weekly check-ins via Google Meet or Zoom, and the course should take about seven hours to complete. The summer review includes a review of the fundamentals of the student’s current grade math, covering topics that utilize the mechanics of mathematics in order to develop and hone problem-solving skills. Real-life applications are stressed whenever possible. These problem-solving skills play a vital role in future math courses and in all subject areas.

    For rising sixth graders, the topics include place value, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing with whole numbers, fractions and decimals, and word-problem applications.

    For rising seventh graders, the topics include ordering and estimating real numbers, exponents, introduction to one-step equations, operations with complex fractions, and word-problem applications.

    For rising eighth graders, the topics include arithmetic readiness, linear equations, inequalities, functions, and word-problem applications.

    For rising ninth graders, the topics include radicals, Pythagorean Theorem, linear equations, inequalities, polynomials, factoring, and word-problem applications.

    All students practice solving different mathematics problems and hone the skills needed for success in future math courses.

  • NoRedInk English Review (grades 6-9)

    Schedule: June 10-August 9, flexible times. This course is offered via remote learning only. (No summer program on June 19, July 4 and 5, in observance of Juneteenth and Independence Day)
    Grade Level: rising 6-9
    Tuition: $500
    Prerequisite: none
    Credit: This course is not for credit

    Preparing for middle school English courses will be completed on the NoRedInk computer program with the support of a Ransom Everglades Middle School English teacher. There will be optional weekly check-ins via Google Meet or Zoom, and the course should take about ten hours to complete. The summer review includes an introduction/review of grammar concepts as well as usage and mechanics. There are opportunities for writing as well. This program will enhance student performance in all middle grade English classes.

    For rising sixth graders, the topics include sentence fragments and run-ons, punctuation, capitalization, and some parts of speech (Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Adverbs).

    The following writing areas will be addressed:
    Paragraph: Topic sentence, supporting details, concluding sentence
    Journal writing

    For rising seventh graders, the topics include apostrophes in contractions and possessive pronouns, sentence fragments and run-ons, punctuation, capitalization, and the eight parts of speech (Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Adverbs, Prepositions, Conjunctions, and Interjections), and direct and indirect objects.

    The following writing areas will be addressed:
    Paragraph: Topic sentence, supporting details, concluding sentence
    Essay: Thesis statement, in-text support, conclusion
    Journal writing

    For rising eighth graders, the topics include sentence fragments and run-ons, types of clauses, simple, compound, and complex sentences, punctuation, capitalization, subject-verb agreement, and direct and indirect objects.

    The following writing areas will be addressed:
    Paragraph: Topic sentence, supporting details, concluding sentence
    Essay: Thesis statement, in-text support (MLA citations), conclusion
    Integrating in-text support
    Creative Writing: voice, word choice, creativity, descriptive language
    Journal writing

    For rising ninth graders, the topics include areas in which further review is recommended.

    Through grammar practice, scaffolded writing activities, and assessments (diagnostics and quizzes), students should expect to realize gains in their mastery of English concepts.

  • For Sixth-Grade Only (FSGO)

    Ransom Campus
    FSGO offers a special combination of academic preparation and enrichment, study and organization skills, and social interaction for rising-sixth graders (entering any school, not only RE) as students attend class in the morning and then can join an arts, sports or specialty camp for the afternoon.
    Students select two morning classes – Math, English Language Arts or Spanish – and all courses emphasize general study skills (i.e. time management, note taking, organization, collaboration, etc.) that prepare each student for a successful sixth-grade year.

    An assessment from the faculty member is provided to each student at the end of the summer.

  • Camp by the Bay

    Ransom Campus
    Camp by the Bay is a full-day (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) camp for children entering kindergarten through 5th grade that offers sailing, cruising, paddle sports, swim classes, free swimming, arts and crafts, dance, drama, karate, archery, robotics, sports, games and more. Children have access to the Olympic-sized pool at RE's aquatic center, boat dock, gymnasium, fields, classrooms, art studios and auditorium.

    Every day brings adventure, exploration, new friendships and memories that last a lifetime!

  • Debate & Model UN (grades 6-8)

    Ransom Campus
    Experience an academic simulation of the United Nations where students play the role of delegates from different countries and attempt to solve real world issues with the policies and perspectives of their assigned country. For example, a student may be assigned to the United Kingdom and will have to solve global topics such as climate change from the policies and perspectives of the United Kingdom. Students will learn critical thinking skills, communication skills, as well as take part in team building activities; which will ultimately build their self-confidence in fun and interactive ways.

  • Fun Fitness (grades 6-8)

    Ransom Campus
    Achieve your fitness goals this summer through this fun, high-energy group class.  Campers will build strength and endurance through circuit training, cardiovascular exercises, agility drills, core training, stretching, and most importantly fun games.  This class is for children of all levels. Participants will be encouraged to set and achieve personal fitness goals in an encouraging and supportive atmosphere.

Friday, July 26, 2024

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Middle School

2045 South Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Phone: 305 250 6850

Upper School

3575 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Phone: 305 460 8800
Founded in 1903, Ransom Everglades School is a coeducational, college preparatory day school for grades 6 - 12 located on two campuses in Coconut Grove, Florida. Ransom Everglades School produces graduates who "believe that they are in the world not so much for what they can get out of it as for what they can put into it." The school provides rigorous college preparation that promotes the student's sense of identity, community, personal integrity and values for a productive and satisfying life, and prepares the student to lead and to contribute to society.