New Student Orientation
A Summer Experience for Fall Success
The New Student Summer Orientation Program is a five-week summer experience designed intentionally and specifically for students starting their first year at EHS in September.
Students in this program will take a full complement of summer academic classes and electives, while receiving essential insights into life at EHS to ensure a smooth transition in the fall. Additionally, our Student Life team plans social activities and trips for orientation students to enjoy.
The benefit of this program for new students is immeasurable, and students who have taken advantage of an Eagle Hill summer prior to beginning in the fall tell us time and again what a confidence-boosting and affirming experience it was for them. Students make friends and get to know the faculty and campus well, allowing for a seamless fall transition.
Divided into eight periods, the daily schedule combines four core academic classes with four electives. Core classes concentrate on the subjects of reading, writing, and math, with an emphasis placed on the greatest area of need for each individual student. Students can also take advantage of Social Emotional Learning classes, which are designed to enhance social skills and strengthen peer relationships.
Eagle Hill places a strong emphasis on providing individualized attention. With a 5:1 student-to-faculty ratio, our students receive focused support, maximizing both engagement and productivity. Our Eagle Hill teachers understand each student’s unique needs and apply proven methods to support their success both in and out of the classroom.
Elective courses are designed to be fun and engaging for students, offering opportunities to explore a variety of interests, including the arts, world languages, and topics in math and science. Daily swimming adds an enjoyable element to our curriculum.
ELECTIVE OFFERINGS
may include:
Art
Graphic Arts
Photography
Woodworking
Outdoor Adventure
Jewelry Making
Improv
Poetry
History
Psychology
Current Events
Basic Acting
Digital Art
Historical Fiction
Astronomy
Model Rocketry
Office Applications
Science of Flight
Organization &Ti me Management
Creative Writing and Poetry
Study Skills
Fly Fishing
Astronomy
Babysitting 101
Mountain Biking
French
Spanish