Collegiate Summer

Collegiate Summer! is a four-week program designed exclusively for students entering their 8th grade year.  By participating in Collegiate Summer! 8th graders get a chance to experience St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute and develop skills that will be useful as they prepare for high school.  The program runs for the month of July from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.  The morning session features a range of academic subjects including English/Language Arts, Math, Computer Technology and Science with an emphasis on enrichment, basic skills practice and hands-on learning.  Afternoon activities include sports such as soccer, football, basketball, dodgeball, street hockey, and softball as well as non-athletic offerings including board games, movies, art and computer activities.  In addition, a schedule of guest speakers, entertainers and optional field trips is also offered.  The cost of the program is $400 with additional fees required for field trips. 

Here’s what some past participants have said about Collegiate Summer!:

• “It was a lot of fun and a great place to meet new people.”
• “The classes, teachers and kids were great.”
• “You make new friends and stay smart over the summer!”
• “A great learning place… and fun sports.”
• “It’s so much fun and it will get you ready for 8th grade.”
• “There are amazing opportunities here for you!”

June 30 - July 25, 2008

Frequently asked questions:

Q: Who may attend Collegiate Summer?
A: The program is specifically for boys who are between the seventh and eighth grades.

Q: When does registration for the 2008 program begin?
A: Registration began in October and will end when all spaces are filled. For reference, last year’s program was filled by late May.

Q: What about the Fourth of July?
A: Collegiate Summer! will be taking a holiday with the rest of the nation. Our program will not be in session on Independence Day, July 4.

Q: What afternoon activities will be offered?
A: Afternoon activities will include soccer, football, basketball, dodgeball, street hockey, and softball.  Non-athletic offerings include board games, movies, and art and computer activities.  Bowling will be available on Wednesdays.  

For a Collegiate Summer! brochure and application, click on the link below or call the Admissions Office at 874-4953.  You may also contact to one of the program directors: Mr. Stephen Jakiel (academics and administration): sjakiel@sjci.com or 270-4144; Mr. Michael Folts (recreational activities and field trips): mfolts@sjci.com or 270-4363.

Collegiate Summer! 2009 Brochure & Application