Dates: Thursday, June 24 – Friday, July 23, 2021

In-Person, ON-CAMPUS instruction

Safe environment with social distancing, face-covering requirements for all students, faculty and staff

3 Programs available:

1. Upper School (Grades 9-12)
2. Middle School (Grades 6-12)
3. Aviation Explorers (Grades 9-12)

R-MA has most recently prepared and successfully implemented a Reopening Plan for the 2020-21 school-year for on-campus instruction. The school has invested significant resources to classroom effectiveness, campus security and thorough cleaning procedures to maintain the highest levels of safety during this time. 

All students, faculty and staff must wear face-coverings and maintain social distance during all classes and activities during the entire Summer Program. Daily temperature checks are mandatory. R-MA has thorough communication procedures with current families to provide up-to-date information on safety-related updates for the entire campus. 

To maintain the highest levels of safety, all students must report to the R-MA campus on Thursday, June 24 to receive a Covid-19 test. Boarding students will be quarantined on campus for 72 hours, during which they will be provided with fully prepared meals, laptop and a variety of safe activities. Day students must return home and self-quarantine. All students who receive a negative result on the Covid-19 test will be cleared to start classes on Monday, June 27.

Available Courses

Open to all high-school aged students in Grades 9-12, R-MA provides classes where students can receive transferable high school credits upon successful completion.

English, Math, Science, History, and World Language courses are offered as repeat courses for grade improvement. One full academic credit will be issued for successful completion of these courses.

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Math, Science, History, and World Language courses are offered as new courses for original credit. One full academic credit will be issued for successful completion of these courses.

Course Descriptions

English 9:
A focus on building vocabulary, reading and writing skills across literary genres and an introduction to high school research skills.

English 10:
A focus on world literature and skills needed for well-researched and argued term papers.

English 11:
A focus on American literature and advanced research and writing skills needed for college-level preparation.

Algebra I:
An introduction to basic algebraic concepts and skill development with the goal of developing skills in arithmetic, algebra, and logic.

Algebra II:
A higher level of mathematical thinking and greater skill in working with numbers and algebraic expressions, equations, and inequalities. Additional focus on complex numbers, functions, linear systems, and trigonomety.

Geometry: 
A systematic study of the nature of deductive, inductive, and analytic proofs through an examination of the properties of circles, triangles, and other figures.

Biology:
A focus on the biological structures and their functions at multiple levels of organization in living organisms, as well as explore the patterns, processes and systems within biology.

United States History:
An overview of the development of the American nation from its foundation to the modern period.

Modern World History:
An overview of major historical events in the eastern and western hemispheres from 1450 to the present.

World Religions:
An overview of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism and the cultures that surround them today.

Spanish I:
An introduction to the vocabulary and grammar of the modern Spanish language with an emphasis on speaking and writing.

Computer Science:
Focus on software, coding platforms, robotics, 3-D printing and laser-cutting technology to help students develop answers to the world’s problems.

ESL – English as a Second Language:
Individualized instruction for all levels of English language learners. Focus is placed on reading and speaking skills as well as TOEFLⓇ testing material and American culture.

Daily Schedule

Monday-Friday:

Saturday:

Sunday includes on-campus activities with Brunch served at 11:00 am and Dinner served at 5:00 pm.

Course Descriptions

Open to all students in Grades 6-8, R-MA provides a dynamic and enriching experience for students to explore a myriad of subjects designed to gauge intellectual curiosity and development.

Basic Math:
Focus on basic operations and word problems with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. 

Study Skills:
Discover the methodology of proper study habits, what works and what does not. Practice organizational, note-taking, and reading skills, and learn proper research and writing skills. 

Science:
Learn about simple machines and create a Rube Goldberg machine. Investigate what is happening today in the science world 

Creative Writing:
Let your imagination soar through poetry, memoirs, and stories while keeping your readers entranced. Create amazing characters and settings while developing short stories. 

History:
Investigation early forms of innovation from early humans to current times 

Flight and Drones:
Fly drones, discuss careers in drones, learn flight terminology, practice with our on campus flight simulator 

Music:
Explore music in our Digital Piano Lab, combining technology and traditional music elements to create custom tracks with interesting sounds and beats!

Robotics:
Learn to code and complete missions using LEGO MINDSTORMⓇ EV3 software. Use 21st century skills that focus on problem- solving, creativity, and collaboration. Students will work in small teams to complete various tasks. Design 3D objects that can be used to make a job or task easier. Get creative and invent something! 

ESL – English as a Second Language:
This course is for all levels of ESL students. The teacher will differentiate the lessons according to the needs of the student. The goal is to meet the needs of each child in the ESL classroom and prepare him/her for the mainstream English classroom. 

Daily Schedule

*Day students sign in at 8:15 and sign out at 3:20 pm. 

We are thrilled to offer one of our most popular summer programs, now more robust than ever. This comprehensive program includes the following courses open to students in Grades 9-12: 

Flight Training:
Students explore aviation by training in aircraft and simulators, learning from industry professionals. Students have the opportunity to complete the FAA remote pilot (drone) certification. Students receive first-class instruction in the air and on the ground to prepare the next generation of aviators while discovering the unlimited opportunities a career in aviation presents.

Drone Applications
Aviation Explorers Program also includes unmanned aviation, or drones. Students will use hands-on flight training to do aerial photography, advanced data collection for mapping and 3D modeling. Students may also complete the FAA remote pilot certification

R-MA is proud to offer dormitories with renovated student lounges and caring dorm parents on each floor. Two main dormitories each house Middle School and Upper School students, respectively. Students are further separated by gender. 

All students receive single rooms for the 2021 Summer Program. Each room is equipped with a bed, desk, closet and central air-conditioning. Female dorm rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Male dorm rooms include a sink and communal showers are available on each floor. 

Newly renovated student lounges include comfortable and social distanced seating arrangements and individual workspaces. An array of ping pong, foosball and air-hockey tables await with flat screen TVs are also available. 

 Students are provided with a variety of activities taking place on the R-MA campus and in nearby surrounding areas. On-campus activities take place in our 135-acre campus that sufficiently complies with social distancing requirements. Scavenger hunts, paintball sessions, outdoor and indoor movie viewings, game nights, campfires with s’mores as well as free-time for students to relax and enjoy. 

Off-campus activities will include facilities that are rented solely to R-MA students for the duration of the entire session. Such activities may include roller skating, bowling and movie theaters. In addition, trips to Shenandoah National Park and Washington, D.C. are provided.

R-MA provides organic dining options for each summer school student. Due to current safety guidelines, each dining table will accommodate two students seated at opposite ends. Freshly prepared meals will be provided in closed containers by dining staff who will wear face-coverings, gloves and aprons throughout the dining service.