Academic Camps

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• "Cav-Ademics” Learning Readiness Camp

  Description of Camp: 

  
  

  PART ONE: Incoming 9th Grade Students: 

  
  

  Archbishop Spalding High School and the Learning Resource Center invite incoming 9th-grade students to participate in a two-day Learning Readiness Camp designed to ease the transition to high school and build essential skills for academic success. This engaging program focuses on developing key executive function skills such as time management, organization, goal setting, and effective study strategies. Through interactive workshops and hands-on activities, students will practice planning assignments, managing schedules, and prioritizing tasks, setting a solid foundation for high school success. The camp also offers opportunities to familiarize students with school resources, connect with peers, and gain confidence as they embark on their high school journey. 

  
  

  PART TWO: Current 10th - 12th Grade Students: 

  
  

  For current Archbishop Spalding High School students, a two-day part two of the Learning Readiness Camp provides an opportunity to build on the executive function skills they have already developed. Through advanced workshops and collaborative activities directed by Learning Specialists and the Learning Resource Center, students will refine their strategies for managing complex assignments, balancing extracurricular commitments, and setting long-term academic and personal goals. Participants will also explore techniques for improving focus, resilience, and self-advocacy to tackle high school’s increasing demands with confidence. This program aims to enhance students’ skills, deepen their understanding of effective learning habits, and empower them to take ownership of their academic journey.

  
  

  With camp enrollment, each student will receive a “Cavademics” school supply bundle, ready-use resource access, and two First-Quarter group check-in meetings with their session’s Learning Specialists. 

  
  

  Dates:

  • July 21/23 - Pt. 1 Session A (M/W) 
  • July 22/24 - Pt. 1 Session B (Tu/Th) 
  • July 28/30 - Pt. 1 Session C (M/W)
  • July 29/31 -  Pt. 1 Session D (Tu/Th)
  • August 11/13 - Pt. 1 Session E (M/W)  
  • August 14/15 -  PT. 2 Session A (Tu/Th) 

  
  

  Times: 8:30 am - 2:30 pm 

  Location: Room 116 (Learning Resource Center)

  
  

  Price: $300 per student  

  
  

  Age Range: Pt.1 Sessions: Incoming 9th grade to ASHS; Pt. 2 Session: Current ASHS students (10th - 12th grade) 

  
  

  Max Enrollment Per Session: 20 

  
  

  Lunch: Bring Your Own bagged lunch; Snacks/ drinks provided throughout the day 
  
  Click Here to Register! 
  
  Please contact Shelby Smith for more information: Smiths@spaldinghs.org.
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
  

• SAT/ACT Camp

  Dates: Sept. 13th - Dec. 6th
  Cost: $650
  Time: See session times below!
  
  The Summer 2025 SAT/ACT Bootcamp is designed to prepare students for testing dates in the 2025-2026 summer & school year. 
  
  The Program: 
  

  • Consists of 10 sessions designed to increase each student's aptitude, comfort, and knowledge of the College Board SAT and ACT exams. Each session is capped at 25 students, which ensures individualized instruction and attention.
  • In the first session, students will take a diagnostic test to ascertain their base-level score. The following eight sessions will individually address each student's strengths and weaknesses. Classes will devote time to the math, verbal, grammar, and writing skills that students need to utilize on the test.
  • The tenth session will consist of a final diagnostic exam to ascertain the progress and accomplishments of each student.
  • Lastly, after the final session, an email will be sent out to each student outlining their growth from the course and giving them a continued plan of study.

  
  Sessions: (ALL CLASSES WILL TAKE PLACE IN ROOM 212)
  

  • September 13th - ACT or SAT Practice Test 1 – Diagnostic 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • September 20th - Introduction/English I 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  • September 27th - English  II 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM 
  • October 4th - English III 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM 
  • October 18th - English IV / Science 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  • October 25th - Math I 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  • November 1st - Math II 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  • November 8th - Math III 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  • November 15th - Math IV 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • December 6th - ACT or SAT Practice Test 2 -  Diagnostic 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • post December 6th - Emailed Evaluations

  
  
  ***As part of the paid tuition for the course, students may attend any future Spalding SAT/ACT Prep session free of charge. For instance, if your student should take the course in the spring of his or her junior year and plan to take the test again during his or her senior year, they may drop any course the following year.  We offer courses in the fall, spring, and summer every year.
  
  Staff:
  

  Ms. Katherine Mach - Course Coordinator and Department Chair, Mathematics 

  Katherine Mach has been teaching mathematics at Spalding for nineteen years. She has been involved in the SAT/ACT program for the past twelve of those years. She has experience teaching honors, intermediate, and college preparatory levels of mathematics.  Her current and previous courses include Algebra I and II, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and calculus.  Ms. Mach has a BS in Mathematics and a BA in Latin from Mount Saint Mary’s College in Emmitsburg, MD, and a Master’s degree from the University of Maryland.  Ms. Mach is excited to help the students learn how to better their skills so that they can excel on the SATs and the ACTs. 

  
  

  
  

  Mrs. Angela Bentzley - IB Coordinator

  Angela Bentzley has been teaching English at Spalding for nineteen years.  She has experience teaching all levels of English including Honors World Literature, Honors Sophomore English, IB Junior English Literature, IB Senior English Literature, and Major British Writers.  Currently, she serves as the coordinator of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and nearly 100% of all students who have taken IB English Literature for the last 10 years have passed the exams.  Mrs. Bentzley holds a BA from Loyola University Chicago and a Master’s degree from Notre Dame of Maryland University.  With skill-building as her specialty, Mrs. Bentzley will help students identify their strengths and opportunities for growth on the SATs and ACTs.

  
  Details: 
  

  • The course is open to Spalding or non-Spalding students in their sophomore and junior years.  The sessions will be held on the campus of Archbishop Spalding High School in Severn, MD.
  • Due to our small size, we offer one of the best student-to-teacher ratios of any preparation session in the area.  The small class size ensures individualized attention and instruction at all times.
  • Students should come to sessions dressed comfortably and bring with them a pen or pencil, calculator, and notebook. Students will also need to have a computer device for the first and last sessions since the practice exams will be done online. A short break will be offered during each session and students are welcome to bring a drink and/or a snack with them to class.  Vending machines are also available in the school.
  • Each student will receive a textbook as part of the course. These comprehensive test materials provide the basis for instruction for the class as well as the materials for the student’s continued independent study.
  • Every student, upon completion of the program, will receive an individualized assessment of his or her progress and a comprehensive evaluation. 

  
  Please contact Kate Mach for more information: machk@spaldinghs.org.
  
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