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Summer School 2017
Academic Summer School - TJ Students Only
Middle School Technology Institute - Open to any current 7th and 8th grade students
High School Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Summer Institute - Open to any current 9 - 11th grade students from any high school
| Academic Summer School - TJ Students Only | |
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Where |
TJHSST |
When |
Full-year courses: July 5-August 4, 2017
Semester 1: July 5 - July 19, 2017
Semester 2: July 20 - August 4, 2017
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What |
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Who |
Currently enrolled TJHSST students and incoming freshmen/froshmores. NOTE: Incoming freshmen may not register for TJ Summer School until they register for TJ at Freshman Registration Night, Wednesday, April 19. |
Hours |
8:00 AM to 3:15 PM |
Tuition |
$820 for full-year courses $420 for semester courses |
Transportation |
$275 for full-year courses $138 for semester courses Pickup and drop-off times will be available on the ACE website when you register. All students are expected to provide their own transportation to a boarding site in Fairfax County and will need to indicate the boarding site when registering for transportation. |
Refunds |
Refunds are handled online through ACE. A direct link will be posted here when available. |
Attendance Requirement |
Students are required to attend class daily for the duration of the entire course. Attendance is mandatory to receive credit.
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Registration |
Registration is open Tuesday, March 7–Friday, May 26, 2017 and is on a first-come, first-served basis. When a course is full, then registration is closed for that course. Registration is online only through ACE. No other types of registration will be accepted. Need help deciding which courses to take? Please see your counselor! |
Online Courses |
Online summer school courses are available through FCPS |
Additional Information |
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Questions |
For registration questions, please contact your counselor. For questions about online courses, see above! For all other questions, contact Allison Bailey (AKBailey@fcps.edu), Summer School Principal. |
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Technology Institute
The Institute will be held Monday, July 10–Friday, August 4 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. Students entering 8th or 9th grade during the 2017-18 school year (currently in 7th or 8th grade) are introduced to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through week-long sessions that allow them to explore a STEM topic of interest. Registration is open Monday, March 13–Friday, April 28, 2017.
For questions, contact Craig Lewis (CALewis1@fcps.edu).
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Technology Institute | |
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Where |
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology |
When |
Week 1: July 10 - 14 Week 2: July 17 - 21 Week 3: July 24 - 28 Week 4: July 31 - August 4 |
What |
One week long classes focused on Science, Technology, and Math
Middle School Technology Instittute Course Descriptions (pdf) |
Who |
Current 7th and 8th grade students |
Hours |
8:30 AM to 2:00 PM |
Tuition |
$200 per week |
Transportation |
$55 (optional) Pickup and drop-off times will be available on the ACE website when you register. All students are expected to provide their own transportation to a boarding site in Fairfax County and will need to indicate the boarding site when registering for transportation. |
Refunds |
Refunds are handled online through ACE. A direct link will be posted here when available. |
Registration |
Registration is open Monday, March 13 – Friday, April 28, 2017 and is on a first-come, first-served basis. When a course is full, then registration is closed for that course |
Additional Information |
Students may only take one course per week |
Questions |
Contact Craig Lewis (CALewis1@fcps.edu) |
Thomas Jefferson High School Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Summer Institute
High School students will have the opportunity to participate in variety of courses that capture students’ interest in Science, Engineering, and Math. Courses are offered to current 9th – 11th graders, open to any student in in the region and will run from July10 – July 28. One week, two week, and three week course options are available. Courses are designed to be a starting point for students interested in completing a research project for Regeneron STS Siemens, Science Fair, or VJAS. Also, courses will teach students a skill set or about unique TJHSST equipment that could help them with research. All courses will offer unique experiences based on scientific and engineering concepts. Students will be engaged in critical thinking, problem solving, and growth in curiosity. Registration is open March 15 - May 28, 2017.
For questions, contact Craig Lewis (CALewis1@fcps.edu).
| Thomas Jefferson High School Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Summer Institute | |
|---|---|
Where |
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology |
When |
Week 1: July 10 - 14 Week 2: July 17 - 21 Week 3: July 24 - 28 |
What |
One week long classes focused on Science, Technology, and Math
TJ High School Science and Engineering Institute Course Descriptions (pdf) |
Who |
Current 9th -11th grade students |
Hours |
8:30 AM to 2:00 PM |
Tuition |
$200 per week |
Transportation |
$55 (optional) Pickup and drop-off times will be available on the ACE website when you register. All students are expected to provide their own transportation to a boarding site in Fairfax County and will need to indicate the boarding site when registering for transportation. |
Refunds |
Refunds are handled online through ACE. A direct link will be posted here when available. |
Registration |
Registration is open Wednesday, March 15 – Friday, May 28, 2017 and is on a first-come, first-served basis. When a course is full, then registration is closed for that course. Register for the TJ High School Science and Engineering Institute |
Additional Information |
Students may only take one course per week |
Questions |
Contact Craig Lewis (CALewis1@fcps.edu) |
