Summer Workshops
Central Catholic is pleased to offer several summer workshops for incoming freshmen and current students.
Becoming a Viking: High School Prep Course
Learn the basics to life at Central and get started on the right foot by gaining study skills and note taking abilities.
Incoming freshmen will learn the “ins and outs” of Central including:
- How to stay organized at school and at home
- How to study for courses and what to expect
- How to manage time and materials
- Extra-curricular options and activities
- Who's who at CCHS
- How to tie a tie
Details:
- Sessions run from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
- Cost $160
- Limit 24 per session
- Sessions are Monday through Thursday:
- July 8-11
- July 15-18
- August 5-8
- August 12-15
Introduction to Biology and Design Workshop
This workshop is designed to provide a solid foundation in biology for students at any level and provides hands-on labs with problem-based learning.
Upon completion, students will be more prepared for biology by having a better understanding of the foundational concepts.
Students will further develop skills necessary for success on the SAT and ACT exams.
This workshop is being limited to 24 students per session, register now to reserve your spot.
Details:
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- One session only, August 5 – 9, 9am – 12pm
- Cost prior to June 14th: $200
- Cost after June 14th: $225
Introduction to Mechanics (Robotics, Circuit Boards, and Physics)
Is your student interested in computers? Has he expressed a desire to program, build electronics, or work with robotics? Turn that interest into a budding passion through this introduction to mechatronics camp.
Mechatronics engineering melds physics, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering to create many of the awe-inspiring inventions of the twenty first century – from self-driving cars to automated robots and more!
In this camp, each student will receive his own circuit board kit. We will investigate the fundamental laws of circuits from physics through hands-on circuits experiments. After learning basic programming skills, students will combine the physics laws, programming skills, and their circuit board kits to create programs and machines of their own designs. Students who have never worked with this sort of equipment before will be provided with introductory-level projects, such as constructing thermometers, music players, and basic video games (such as pong). More advanced students will be assisted in developing their own projects that will combine multiple sensors to create more advanced systems.
Note: Registration fee includes the cost of the circuit board kit so that students may take home and keep their project at the end of the camp.
Details:
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- Dates: Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28
- Times: 1:15 PM to 3:45 PM each day
- Cost: $250
What to bring: Students should bring an iPad, a notebook, and writing utensils. Students may bring personal laptops if they wish to install and work with the programming software both at home and during the camp; otherwise, all of the necessary materials will be supplied. Students may bring snacks to eat during the camp.
Physics Summer Camp - The Physics of Water Balloon Launchers
Physics and the fun of summer camp activities merge into one thrilling week of science in this introductory physics summer camp. Students will explore the physics behind water balloon launchers so that they will be able to accurately set up, aim, and hit a target from 50 yards (or more!). Students will conduct numerous hands-on experiments as we explore the many physics concepts involved in a water balloon launcher. Dart gun launchers, mini catapults, radar guns, race cars, and eggs dropping on Mr. Nogay’s head are just some of the many pieces of equipment students will work with over the course of the week. With at least three experiments per day, this camp will have your student actively engaged and exploring all day – minimal lectures!
Note: This camp will move at a slower pace than the following week’s physics summer camp to allow for more time with each concept and lab. This week is well suited for students considering enrolling in either level 200 or level 300 physics. Students enrolling in level 400 physics will still benefit from but not be as challenged by this week compared with the other week.
Details:
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- One session only, August 5 – 9
- Times: 9AM to 1PM each day (with a 30-minute lunch break included at approximately 11:30AM each day)
- What to bring: Students should bring an iPad, a notebook, and writing utensils. Students also need to pack a lunch and snacks that they can eat in the classroom.
- Cost before July 1: $300
- Cost after July 1: $325
Pre-Honors Physics Camp - the Physics of Water Balloon Launchers
Physics and the fun of summer camp activities merge into one thrilling week of science in this introductory physics summer camp. Students will explore the physics behind water balloon launchers so that they will be able to accurately set up, aim, and hit a target from 50 yards (or more!). Students will conduct numerous hands-on experiments as we explore the many physics concepts involved in a water balloon launcher. Dart gun launchers, mini catapults, radar guns, race cars, and eggs dropping on Mr. Nogay’s head are just some of the many pieces of equipment students will work with over the course of the week. With at least three experiments per day, this camp will have your student actively engaged and exploring all day – minimal lectures!
Note: This camp will move at a faster pace than the previous week’s summer camp in order to cover more labs, more concepts, and more challenging problems in preparation for additional launcher challenges and for the honors-level curriculum. This camp is designed for students considering enrolling in level 400 (honors) physics. Students enrolling in level 300 physics would still benefit from this week, but it is recommended that they come willing to work diligently and that they enjoy a challenge. The overall project is the same as the other camp, with some additional challenges thrown in.
Details:
- Dates: Monday, August 12 through Friday, August 16
- Times: 9AM to 1PM each day (with a 30-minute lunch break included at approximately 11:30AM each day)
- What to bring: Students should bring an iPad, a notebook, and writing utensils. Students also need to pack a lunch and snacks that they can eat in the classroom.
- Cost before July 1: $300
- Cost after July 1: $325