Freshman Summer Bridge 2016
Vision
The vision the AMHS Summer Bridge program is designed to help incoming freshmen to math a smooth transition from Middle school to High school.
History
Several students in the class of 2014 came up with an idea of creating a Summer Bridge Program to expose rising Ninth Graders to "life at the Mountain". It was their vision that outgoing seniors would lead this charge and Ms. Watkins is dedicated to ensuring that the vision be fulfilled. The program was implemented during the summer of 2014 with approximately 200 students.
The Program
Rising ninth graders attend AMHS for one week in July. The students rotate daily in 60 minute sessions that include Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts. These classes are designed to acclimate students to what happens in a typical classroom at Arabia, They also participate in a Study Skills and Time Management session. Students also have the opportunity to tour the school and go on a hike on the Arabia Mountain Park trail. The program is centered around Dr. Seuss', "The Lorax", so that students can experience how the environment can be infused into the curriculum.
The Dates
July 25 - 28, 2016 at Arabia Mountain High School from 8:30am to 1:00pm. Students who arrive early (between 7:30am and 8:00am) can "Walk with Ms. Watkins" on either the outdoor or indoor track.
The Cost
The cost of the AMHS Summer Bridge Program is $35.00 and payments will be collected on Tuesday (6/28/16) through Thursday (6/30/16) from 10:00am - 1:00pm at AMHS.
The Participants
Attendance will be capped to the first 250 paid students. Students should dress in DeKalb County school appropriate attire; they DO NOT have to wear uniforms.
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