bishop gorman high school 2015 summer enrichment course guide

General Policies

Session Dates and Hours

Session 1 June 01 – June 12 Session 2 June 15 – June 26 Session 3 July 06 – July 17

Session 4 July 20 – July 24 (Driver Education only)

Online Session A June 01 – June 26

Online Session B July 06 – July 31

**All onsite courses will begin at 7:30 a.m. and will conclude at 1:30 p.m.**

Summer Enrichment Fees

Driver Education $175.00 (offered during Session 4 only)

One .5 Credit Course $335.00 (includes Algebra / English Readiness)

Two .5 Credit Courses $620.00

Registration

Continuing students will be directed to the online registration site to register for classes after they meet with

their counselors to register for the 2015-16 school year. Paper Summer Enrichment registration forms will

also be made available on an as-needed basis. New-to Gorman students will receive paper registration forms

at specified registration events. All Summer Enrichment Course requests are considered requests only until

full payment has been processed and a registration confirmation email from the Summer Enrichment

Coordinator has been received.

Tuition / Waitlist Policy:

Students may register by submitting full payment by May 1st, 2015. Prior to May 1st a student may reserve

a class seat with a $100-per-class deposit (full payment due by May 1st or seat will be given to waitlist

students who are contacted and who submit full payment).

If a maximum number of seats-per-class have been filled, a waitlist will be formed on a first-request basis

($100-per-class deposit required for waitlist position). If class seats open, waitlist students will be

contacted in chronological order to when course requests were submitted. Seats will be filled as full

payments per class are processed.

If a student is fully registered and subsequently drops a course on or before May 1st, 2015, all monies less a

$100.00 deposit-per-class will be credited to the student’s tuition account.

If a student is fully registered and subsequently drops a course after May 1st, 2015 no credit or refund will

be issued.

Class Availability

Course selections will be assigned on a first-come basis and space is limited. Students should select a second

choice in case the first course choice is not available. Students will be automatically enrolled in second choices if

available within the same session.

Class Schedules Course selections for registrations received on or before May 1st will be finalized and confirmed during the

week of May 4th. Course selections for registrations received after May 1st will be finalized and confirmed

within two weeks of registration.

Cancellation of Classes

Bishop Gorman High School reserves the right to cancel any course due to either teacher availability or

insufficient enrollment.

Attendance Summer Enrichment classes are highly concentrated courses of study with each day being equivalent to more

than a week of a typical school session. As such, attendance is crucial and students are not permitted any

absences. Illness, sports camps, family vacations and student holiday plans may not be used as exceptions to

the attendance policy. Three morning tardy violations are also equivalent to one absence. In the event of

any absence (including those due to tardiness), students will be disenrolled from the class and no credit will

be awarded / no refund given.

Behavior Students are expected to behave appropriately, both inside and outside the classroom. Disruptive behavior

will not be tolerated and may be cause for dismissal without refund or credit. Bishop Gorman High School is a

closed campus. No student is permitted to leave the property during Summer Enrichment hours without

appropriate permission from the Summer Enrichment Coordinator. No guests will be allowed on campus

during the Summer Enrichment Program.

Dress:

Dress is to be neat and clean at all times. The following guidelines apply:

Students may wear only the designated Summer Enrichment T-Shirts, sold in the Hammes Campus Store

at Bishop Gorman High School. Shirts will be available in May 2015.

Only uniform shorts and pants sold in the Hammes Campus Store or full-length jeans are acceptable for

Summer Enrichment classes (PE and Dance students are permitted to wear athletic shorts that are no

more than two inches above the knee / no tights or yoga pants are permitted).

No sweat pants, flannel pants, or sweatshirts (except for uniform-approved BGHS sweatshirts sold in the

Hammes Campus Store) are allowed.

No sagging or baggy pants are permitted. All pants and shorts must fit at the natural waist and must not

be ripped, torn or frayed.

Male students are to be clean shaven.

Students must wear closed-toe, closed-heel shoes at all times. No sandals, slippers or flip-flops are

allowed.

Students who are out of dress code will be sent to the Summer Enrichment Office for appropriate

action (up to and including being sent home), which may result in an unexcused absence and loss of

credit for the course.

Textbooks Paper texts will be provided for all incoming freshmen. Paper texts will also be provided for sophomores,

junior and seniors who are NOT taking a summer Theology course. Students are responsible for the books

they are issued. If books are lost or damaged beyond normal wear and tear, the student’s account will be

charged to replace the textbook. For sophomores, juniors and seniors who are planning on taking a summer

Theology course, there will be an e-book purchase requirement (less than $20) for e-versions of texts available

on the school-issued iPad. For sophomore, junior and senior Theology, all e-book purchases must be made

prior to the start of Summer Enrichment, as students will be working in their texts from the first day of class.

For students at all levels, any required novels to be purchased will be at the expense of the student.

School-Issued iPads Incoming freshmen will be working in their summer classes with traditional paper texts and will not have

access to (nor be required to possess) their school-issued iPad. For transferring sophomores, juniors and

seniors, a refurbished school-issued iPad will be made available through the Summer Enrichment

Coordinator for any e-book purchase / course requirement that must be conducted prior to the start of

Summer Enrichment courses (see “Textbooks” above).

Online Course Expectations Course work is roughly 1-2 hours of work per day for four weeks whether directly online, reading, or

completing coursework assignments.

The class is paced and interaction with the class and coursework (by way of reading, assignments,

tests, quizzes and online discussion contributions) is paced week-by-week.

Students must have Internet access over the four weeks that the course is in session.

Since the material within the course is paced, students may not “work ahead,” or finish early.

Students should be technologically proficient with respect to word processing and presentation

software, and able to work within various online forums such as Edline, Showbie and Turnitin.com.

Students and parents must have accurate email addresses linked to Edline.

Students should be self-motivated and able to work in a non-traditional classroom setting. Although

class does not meet together every day in person, class does “meet” through the assistance of

electronic forums and discussions. It is important to be able to identify this non-traditional setting as

“class,” and approach it appropriately.

General Information

Students taking summer Theology are strongly encouraged to take both required Theology courses during

the summer. This is significant as it provides students with schedule flexibility during the year allowing them

to stay on-sequence / graduation-ready with respect to course requirements.

Communicative Arts

Speech 1 .5 credit The goal of the class is to give students the life enriching skill of speaking comfortably and effectively in front of an

audience through a variety of speech assignments that includes: informative speaking, demonstration, a formal

introduction, the toast, persuasive speaking and debate. This is a one semester course designed to help prepare the

novice speaker to deliver a speech successfully by increasing knowledge in both writing effective speeches and delivery

skills. Much of the time spent in class will be devoted to the preparation and delivery of speeches.

Offered onsite to Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Speech and Debate .5 credit Speech and Debate is designed for both the novice and varsity speakers who wish to learn more about competing at

speech tournaments. The focus of this course will be on National Forensic League approved events such as interpretation,

impromptu speaking, persuasive oratory, extemporaneous speaking, informative speaking, and various debates. Because

of the performance nature of this course, students may be required to compete at local forensic tournaments and/or

speech contests outside of the regular school day.


Computer

Computer Literacy – Beyond the Basics .5 credit Since the application of computer technology to virtually all academic disciplines and their corresponding array

of occupations is clearly a central fact of contemporary life, the need for students to become computer-literate

is essential. This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills required by the Nevada State

Computer and Technology Standards. Students will utilize and apply problem-solving processes. Students will

develop proficiency and accuracy in keyboarding using touch-typing. They will use these skills to develop word

processing, spreadsheet and presentation documents. Students will conduct various Internet searches to

accomplish specific tasks and assignments. Students will learn various file management skills, as well as the

history and development of computers.

**ONLINE COURSE** (Online Session B Only) / Offered to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

English

Creative Writing I .5 credit This semester course focuses on the creation of the short story

with emphasis on the development of characterization, plot and

dialogue. In addition to reading published fiction, students are

required to do detailed revisions and peer editing. Purchase of

novel(s) is the responsibility of the student.

Offered onsite to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Creative Writing II .5 credit This semester course focuses on the completion of the beginning

phase of a novel. Successful completion of Creative Writing I is

required for enrollment.

Offered onsite to Juniors and Seniors

English Readiness No Credit This is a mandatory course for all incoming 9th grade students whose placement exam scores indicated a need

for review in writing, grammar and reading comprehension.

** Offered onsite only to Freshmen who are required to take the course

Fine Arts

Art 1 (Concepts) .5 credit This course is not only an introduction to the elements and principles of art, but a prerequisite to all other two-

dimensional studio art classes. Students will learn the concepts of and produce artwork using line, value, color,

space, shape and form. They will experiment in a variety of media including pencil, colored pencil, sharpie, and

chalk and oil pastel. This is not a craft class, but rather a foundation drawing course which will prepare the

student to take Art 2 and continue in the art program.


Art 2 (Drawing) .5 credit This course is based solely on the development of drawing skills. The student will use a variety of materials

including pencil, charcoal, watercolor and pen to enhance drawing abilities learned in Art 1. The students will

become proficient in perspective, portraiture, observational drawing and still life drawing.

Offered onsite to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors Prerequisite: Art 1

Ceramics 1 (Hand-building) .5 credit Beginning students will become familiar with creating three dimensional works of art in an additive process.

Various hand-building techniques, such as pinch, coil and slab construction will be explored. Students will also

use their creativity in surface decorations to enhance their various sculptures. Reading and writing are a

required part of this course. Health and safety procedures will be emphasized.


Dance 1 .5 credit Dance 1 is an introductory course of dance as an art form and is open to students of all levels. With a focus on

a variety of styles including modern technique, ballet and contemporary dance techniques-jazz and hip hop;

students will have the ultimate studio experience by learning terminology, proper body alignment, and

choreography. In addition to movement, some lectures will be given in dance appreciation, social and cultural

influences of dance, and dance history. This course may be used as a Fine Arts or Physical Education credit.

Offered onsite to Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors Dance uniform and shoes required

Dance 2 .5 credit

Dance 2 is a continuation of Dance 1. Students will continue work in various dance styles such as modern,

ballet, contemporary and jazz with more emphasis on technique and form. This course may be used as a Fine

Arts or Physical Education credit.

Offered onsite to Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors Dance uniform and shoes required

General

Driver Education .25 credit This is a 30-hour course required for students who wish to obtain their driver’s license. Please note that 30

classroom hours are necessary to receive the certificate.

**Offered in Session 4 only to Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors who will be 15 years of age by the

first day of the class.

Health, Physical Education and Science

Introduction to Engineering: Robotics .5 credit The curriculum is divided into 12 primary units. Students will begin learning about engineering and engineering

problem solving. They will be given introductions to VEX EDR robots. In Unit 4 students will be presented with

an engineering challenge; they will need to build a robot to play a sport-like game. After this, the rest of the

curriculum walks students through the design of their robot while presenting them with relevant STEM and

Robotics principles. At the end of the course, students compete head-to-head with their robots.


General Ecology .5 credit Biodiversity is a word used to describe the wealth of habitats that house all forms of life and the

interconnections that tie us together. This course will allow students to use biodiversity as a window to

investigate the environment. Students will be encouraged to examine local issues as well as broader concepts

and larger connections—not just biological, but political, cultural, ethical and economic as well. Lectures will

introduce the concepts of non-native species, protected areas and use of pesticides. Students will learn that

decisions about growth and development, about energy use and water quality, even about health, all rest to

some extent on perspectives about biodiversity. This course will include hands-on field work in areas such as

Lake Mead, Red Rock Canyon, Mount Charleston and the Las Vegas Springs Preserve. Students must be able to

provide their own transportation to off-campus sites.


Health .5 credit Health Education prepares students to make intelligent decisions regarding the protection and improvement of

individual, family and community health. Interests and problems of adolescents given consideration are drug,

alcohol and tobacco abuse, personal development, nutrition, CPR and first aid.

$20.00 fee for the CPR and First Aid certification


**ONLINE COURSE** (Online Session A only) to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Introduction to Sports Team Management .5 credit This course introduces the team manager’s experience with Bishop Gorman athletic programs for students

who may be interested in becoming a team manager. This course also introduces careers in sports-related

fields. This course provides guidelines of policy, duty, and responsibility of team manager. While this course is

designed to introduce the profession of Sports Team Management to the students. The students will be

exposed to the equipment, regulations and techniques used in Sports Team Management but will not be

involved in actual hands-on procedures with student athletes.

Offered onsite to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Physical Education .5 credit

Physical education is a focus on various sport activities and exercises performed. The goal is to develop

physically-educated individuals who have the knowledge, skills and confidence to enjoy a lifetime of healthful

physical activity. Offered onsite to Freshmen , Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Mathematics

Algebra Readiness No Credit

This is a mandatory course for all incoming 9th grade students whose placement exam indicated a need for

review in algebra skills, including the basic operations of mathematics, fractions, decimals, problem solving,

one-variable equations and other topics as time allows.

Offered onsite only to Freshmen who are required to take the course

Social Studies

Cultural Geography .5 credit This course introduces the study of cultural geography by providing a body of knowledge about places and

regions and providing a context for the examination of human cultures. The course develops an

understanding of the interdependence of places and regions in a globalizing world. This course is required

for all freshmen.

Offered onsite to Freshmen

Cultural Geography Honors .5 credit

This Honors level course introduces the study of cultural geography by providing a body of knowledge about

places and regions and providing a context for the examination of human cultures. It includes a substantial

writing and analytical component. The course develops an understanding of the interdependence of places

and regions in a globalizing world. The great diversity of human cultures is studied in the light of geography.

The course additionally provides a foundation for success in World History (AP) and the entire Social Studies

and English curriculum by emphasizing communication and analytical skills. Students will begin to understand

the interconnection between their own lives and those of people in different parts of the world.

Offered onsite to Freshmen

World History .5 credit

World History is an authoritative account of significant historical events, ideas and personalities that have

influenced the course of world history and the development of human societies. The course discusses and

qualifies cause and effect relationships and helps students to understand how people and nations have

developed from early times. The study begins with basic geography and progresses through ancient and

classical cultures and continues in sequence through the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Reformation.

Offered onsite to Sophomores

World History Honors .5 credit

World History (H) is an advanced version of World History. It provides an authoritative account of significant

historical events, ideas and personalities that have influenced the course of world history and the

development of human societies. The course discusses and qualifies cause and effect relationships and helps

students to understand how people and nations have developed from early times. The study begins with basic

geography and progresses through ancient and classical cultures and continues in sequence through the

Middle Ages, Renaissance and Reformation. This course includes more in-depth study and a greater amount of

writing and analysis than the standard version of the course.

Offered onsite to Sophomores

Theology

Students taking summer Theology are strongly encouraged to take both required semesters. This is significant as it provides students with schedule flexibility during the year allowing them to stay on-

sequence / graduation-ready with respect to course requirements.

Theology 1A: Sacred Scripture .5 credit The purpose of this course is to give students a general knowledge and appreciation of the Sacred Scriptures,

leading to recognition of the living Word of God, Jesus Christ. Students will learn about the development of

the Bible, authored by God through Inspiration, and its value to people throughout history. Students will learn

about the relationship between Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition as they comprise together the Deposit of

Faith. Students will also learn how to read and categorize the Bible, and will become familiar with the major

books included in each section.

Offered onsite to Freshmen only

Theology 1B: Christology .5 credit

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the various mysteries of Jesus Christ, the living Word of

God. In particular, students will examine the mystery of Christ’s relationship to the Blessed Trinity, as well as

the mystery of the Incarnation. In this course, students will come to understand that Jesus Christ is God’s

ultimate revelation, who most perfectly reveals the true nature of humanity to itself.

Offered onsite to Freshmen only prerequisite – Sacred Scripture: Theology 1A

Theology 2A: Paschal Mystery .5 credit The purpose of this course is to deepen student awareness and understanding of God’s accomplishments on

behalf of humanity through his Son, Jesus Christ. Through this course, students will learn of God’s eternal plan

for human beings to share eternal happiness with him, which is accomplished through the redemption won by

Christ for all peoples of all ages. Students will learn that they only share in this redemption in and through

Jesus Christ. Students will also be introduced to discipleship in Christ and specifically to what life as a disciple

entails.

Offered onsite to Sophomores only

Theology 2B: Ecclesiology .5 credit

The purpose of this course is to deepen student awareness and understanding that the living Christ is

encountered in and through the Church. Students will learn about how the Church was founded by Christ

through the Apostles and is sustained by Christ through the Holy Spirit. The students will come to know that

the Church is the living Body of Christ today, and that this Body has both divine and human elements. Focusing

on the specific nature of the Church through its divine and human elements, students will come to identify the

Church as an eschatological sign of the Kingdom of God.

Offered onsite to Sophomores only prerequisite – Paschal Mystery: Theology 2A

Theology 3A: Sacramental Economy .5 credit

The purpose of this course is to help students understand that they can encounter Christ today in a full and real

way in and through the sacraments, and especially through the Eucharist. Students will examine each of the

seven sacraments in detail so as to learn how they may encounter Christ throughout life.

Offered onsite to Juniors only

Theology 3B: Morality and Catholic Ethics .5 credit

In this course, students will study through moral concepts and precepts that govern the lives of Christ’s

disciples – the Christian faithful. Students will learn and practice moral decision-making through class-

simulated case studies and small-group researched presentations. A primary focus of this course is toward

helping students build character, enabling them to make correct and good moral decisions that reflect the

objective truth of God’s love.

**ONLINE COURSE** offered online to Juniors only

Theology 4A: Christian Vocations .5 credit

Students will explore relationship building and the four lifestyle paths: the dedicated single Christian lifestyle,

the Christian married lifestyle, the vocation to consecrated religious life, and the vocation to priesthood. This

course is designed to assist students in facing the challenges of young adulthood and life after high school. This

course will assist students in making the best lifestyle choices for themselves to shape futures that are joyful,

hopeful, healthy and lived in service to others.

**ONLINE COURSE** offered online to Seniors only

Theology 4B: World Religions .5 Credit

The primary purpose of this course is to help students understand how the Catholic Church relates to non-

Catholic Christians, as well as to other religions of the world. This course will explore core areas in the diversity

of world religions, the historical development of these religions and the approaches to philosophy and

theology as expressed in these communities of faith. Central elements of both Western and non-Western

religious traditions will be explored, such as views of God, the nature of the divine, salvation, evil, religious

practices, Sacred Texts and symbolism. Students will explore traditions, practices and understandings from

Western and non-Western perspectives.

Offered onsite to Seniors only

Theology 4C: Christian Service .5 credit If a student wishes to perform 40 community service hours above the required 100, an additional 0.5 credit may

be earned through the Christian Service course. In order to enroll in this course for seniors only, 75 of the 100

community service hours must be completed by the end of first semester, junior year. This is an independent

course and students meet with the instructor before beginning the program. Students are required to choose

an approved location where their service hours will have a great impact on those less fortunate. There is a

timeline for completion of the coursework, and service hours are supervised and evaluated.

The 40 hours of service for this class are not included in the 100 hour graduation requirement.

Offered to Seniors throughout the summer – see Campus Ministry for details

World Languages

Spanish 1 .5 credit for Session 1 .5 credit for Session 2

This intensive course is designed to be used as credit recovery or to ensure a higher level of readiness for

Spanish II. By successfully completing this course, students would have more practice and exposure to the

language and be able to complete four years of high school Spanish before possibly taking the AP Spanish

course. The students will be immersed in the language for four weeks, equaling the experience of a full

academic year of Spanish 1. The material covered in this course will introduce students to the basics of the four

main language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking in Spanish.

*Offered onsite during Sessions 1 and 2 and available to Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors –

Session 1 = Semester 1 / Session 2 = Semester 2

**Students registering for the purpose of credit recovery may register for one or both sessions (option for

two or four week commitment)

***Students registering for the purpose of accelerated study must register for both sessions (must commit to

four week program of study)

Spanish 2 .5 credit for Session 1 .5 credit for Session 2

This intensive course is designed to be used as credit recovery or to ensure a higher level of readiness for

Spanish 3 or Spanish 3H. The students will be immersed in the language for four weeks, equaling the

experience of a full academic year of Spanish 2. The material covered in this course would strengthen the

language skills in Spanish 1.

*Offered onsite during Sessions 1 and 2 and available to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors – Session 1 =

Semester 1 / Session 2 = Semester 2

**Students registering for the purpose of credit recovery may register for one or both sessions (option for

two or four week commitment)

***Students registering for the purpose of accelerated study must register for both sessions (must commit to

four week program of study)

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BISHOP GORMAN

HIGH SCHOOL

DIOCESE OF LAS VEGAS

5959 S. Hualapai Way • Las Vegas, NV 89148 • (702) 732-1945

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