Be prepared in an emergency.

This course will equip you with the knowledge to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies. There will be an online portion that will need to be completed prior to the in-person date.

Session 1: June 20
Session 2: July 18
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: $60 per student
Location: SMCHS Classroom

Instructor: SMCHS Nursing Department
deptofnursing@smhs.org

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Learn to create your own characters for comics, gaming or just for your own pursuits. We will draw figures on paper and then colorize in professional Adobe software. So if you’re interested in creating your own characters and bring them to life sign up today.

Session 1: June 20 - 23
Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Cost: $250 per student
Location: SMCHS, Room B-111

Instructor: Mr. Gardea
gardear@smhs.org

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This art class will help you develop your artistic skills and creativity by exploring the works of artists you admire. You will learn how to research their backgrounds, styles, techniques, and influences, and how to apply them to your own projects. You will also learn how to use your inspiration as a starting point for creating your own masterpiece, using various media and methods. This class is suitable for beginners and intermediate learners who want to expand their artistic horizons and express themselves through art.  This is open to both middle and high school students.
 
Session 1: June 12-29
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Session 2: July 10-27 
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
 
Cost: $250 
Instructor: Mr. Martial Yapo yapom@smhs.org

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Learn the basics of the Catholic faith this Summer before entering into the Theology classes of SCMHS this school year.
Open to incoming 8th grade and current 9th grade students.

Dates:

Session 1: June 12-29
(Monday and Wednesday)
10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.

Session 2: July 10-27
(Monday and Wednesday)
10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.

Instructor: Mr. Dimler
dimlers@smhs.org

Cost: $100 per student

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This six week overview course will expose you to the “real” inspirations that led the Founding Fathers to create the most unique system of government ever realized by humans in this world.

Dates: 
Session 1: June 12-29,
Tuesday and Thursday
10:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

Session 2: July 10-27,
Tuesday and Thursday
10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Instructor: George Cou
Coug@smhs.org

Cost: $75 per student

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Get the insider information needed to succeed in AP and IB English. No matter whether you are already an honors student, an aspiring academic student, or just curious, this class will enlighten your mind and sharpen your skills. Fun and stress-free environment. Open to grades 7-12.

Session 1: June 12-29 (Monday/Wednesday)
11 p.m. - 12 p.m.

Session 2: July 10-27 (Monday/Wednesday)
11 p.m. - 12 p.m.

Instructor: James Silberstein
Silbersteinj@smhs.org
Cost: $300 per student

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Come study horror in literature and film. All are welcome, but some material may be inappropriate for younger students. Parent permission required for some movies.

Dates: July 10-27th
(Monday-Thursday, no classes on Fridays)

Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Cost: $300

Questions please contact Mr. Gerlach at gerlacht@smhs.org

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Career, college & major research. Identifying your niche, personal branding, marketing, and networking strategies.
Open to grades 9-12.

Session 1: June 12-29
(Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
10:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Session 2: July 10-27
(Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
10:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Instructor: Ms. Moreno
For questions regarding this course please contact:
Ms. Turchi: turchik@smhs.org
or
Ms. Martin: martinb@smhs.org

Cost: $175 per student

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Open to Class of 2024 only. Rising seniors will leave this week with a finalized version of their common app essay and the tools, resources and brainstorming completion to draft their future UC Personal Insight Question and University specific supplemental essays. BOTH weeks are the same, so please only sign up for one. Double signups will be canceled and refunded. Sign up for one week only. Space is limited to 30 students per session.

Session 1: June 19-22
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Session 2: July 24-27
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $400
Contact Hestere@smhs.org and/or olivorm@smhs.org

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During this class we will help you create the perfect resume and give you all the tips you need to crush an interview. This class is open to 9th-12th graders.

Session 1: June 12-29
Tuesday and Thursday
12:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Session 2: July 10-27
Monday and Wednesday
12:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Cost: $175

For questions regarding this course please contact
Ms. Turchi at turchik@smhs.org
or
Ms. Martin at martinb@smhs.org

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Two Santa Margarita coaches are here to teach you all you need to know in order to increase your mental toughness and confidence. We also will give you many helpful nutrition tips. Our goal is to get you to feel great and to excel even more in your sport. 
   
Session 1: June 12-29 Tuesday/Thursday
11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. 

Session 2: July 10-27 Monday/Wednesday
11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.

Cost: $175 per student

For questions regarding this course please contact
Ms. Turchi at turchik@smhs.org
or
Ms. Martin at martinb@smhs.org

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If you are interested in MUN, get a jump start on the school year by enrolling in this special MUN BOOT CAMP. You will get a chance to meet other students that will be future MUNers. This is a totally optional program intended to give incoming freshmen the best start possible in MUN.
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Limit 32 students per class.
Location: SMCHS classroom B110
Cost: $150 

Session 1: June 20-22
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Register for Session 1

Session 2: June 26-28
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
REGISTER FOR SESSION 2

Session 3: July 11-13
11:30 am to 2:30 pm
REGISTER FOR SESSION 3

This class will cover advanced grammar concepts and prepare students transitioning from a regular Spanish 1 class to a Spanish 2 Honors in the fall.

This course is for students who will be sophomores in the fall and took academic Spanish 1 last school year.

Dates: June 19 - July 3
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
 
Instructor: Mr. Garcia
garciag@smhs.org

Cost: $300 per student  

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Get ready for Latin 3H. Review concepts from Latin 2H and preview concepts of Latin 3H.
This is for students who have completed Latin 2H  

Dates: July 10-27
(Monday - Thursday, no classes on Friday)

Time: 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.

Cost: $300

Contact Mr. Gerlach at gerlacht@smhs.org

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Review of Latin grammar and prose translation. Preview of Latin verse translation.   

Dates: July 10-27
(Monday - Thursday, no classes on Friday)

Time: 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.

Cost: $300

Questions please contact Mr. Gerlach at gerlacht@smhs.org

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This is for students who have completed Latin 1H. Review old concepts and preview new ones. 

Dates: July 10-27
(Monday - Thursday, no classes on Friday)

Time: 12:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Cost: $300

Questions please contact Mr. Gerlach at gerlacht@smhs.org

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Success in Algebra 2 relies on understanding from Algebra 1. Since so many of the topics covered in Algebra 2 presume a background knowledge from the prior year, start off the year ready for success by preparing for the future topics this summer. The SAT, ACT, and college entrance exams are largely based on the topics mastered in Algebra 2.

Session 1: June 12-29
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Tuesday/Thursday)

Session 2: July 10-27
10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. (Tuesday/Thursday)

Instructor: Mr. Minton
mintong@smhs.org
Cost: $200 per student
Location: SMCHS classroom TBD

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Luck favors the prepared. Prepare for success in Algebra 1 through a bridge course this summer so you can hit the ground running this fall in math.
For incoming freshmen taking Algebra 1 in the fall. The class provides a thorough review of key topics in order to have a smooth transition to Algebra I. Review topics include: working with variables, dealing with fractions, decimals, solving one-variable equations, exponent laws, ratios and rates, square roots, and graphing.

Session 1: June 12 - 29
10:30 a.m.
(Monday/Wednesday)

Session 2: July 10 - 27
10:30 a.m.
(Monday/Wednesday)

Instructor: Mr. Minton
mintong@smhs.org
Cost: $200 per student
Location: TBD

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