Summer Enrichment Programs 2007

Check the MCPS Career Center webpage for additional opportunities:  http://www.mcps.k12.md.us/curriculum/careercenter/summerenrichment.shtm

SUMMER SEMINAR IN INTELLIGENCE  - July 9-13, 2007, 9:00-4:00 on Trinity University (DC) campus.  Formerly called "Spy Camp," this free 5-day summer seminar is designed to provide rising 10th, 11th or 12th grade students with an overview of U.S. national security with a focus on Intelligence.  For eligibility information and to apply online:   http://www.trinitydc.edu/academics/intel_center/summer_seminar_2007.php.  Registration fee: $25.  Contact person:  Shelli Dronsfield, 202-884-9050 or email dronsfields@trinitydc.edu.

SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS at MONTGOMERY COLLEGE - The brochure offering summer programs at MC Rockville campus for students in grades K-12 is available online.  These programs fill quickly, so you need to register as soon as possible.  A limited number of scholarships may be available for students who qualify for free or reduced lunch.  For more information:  www.montgomerycollege.edu/youth or call Sharon Wolfgang 301-251-7264 or Brenda Johnson 301-251-7917 at the WDCE Youth Programs office.

MONTGOMERY COLLEGE SUMMER BRIDGE SEMINAR - First Year Seminar:  DS 107 - earn college credit by attending one of the three sessions this summer at the MC Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus.  June 18-29, July 9-20 and July 30-August 10.  Cost:  $155 (County resident).  Interested high school graduates must have an MC  admissions application on file and Accuplacer test scores are required.  Have fun exploring what's available at MC while earning college credit this summer!  Question?  Call Jay Marciano at 240-567-1467 or email:  jay.marciano@montgomerycollege.edu.

U.S. PERFORMING ARTS SUMMER CAMPS - A catalog of performing arts & media camps has arrived in the Blake Career Center.  Visit www.usperformingarts.com  for up-to-the-minute information on performing arts programs, expert faculty and new program launches.  There you will find photos, videos, in-depth faculty bios and tools to easily sort programs by location or discipline, as well as an online registration tool.  Phone contact info:  888-497-3553

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH - Summer Engineering Program (CARE)  - Deadline extended to May 15, 2007  GREAT OPPORTUNITY !!!  Five-week residential summer enrichment program on the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh.  Program targets high achieving students completing grades 10 or 11 who are minorities, as well as females of any ethnicity who have an interest in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM).  Requirements:  minimum cumulative GPA 3.0 (transcript), PSAT scores with high Math aptitude, enrollment in high level math & science courses, recommendations from math & science teacher and counselor, and 500-word essay.  No cost for room & board, tuition or books ($100 deposit required to reserve space).  Transportation & personal expenses are the student's responsibility.  See Mrs. Moore in the Career Center for the application packet or complete online:  www.engr.pitt.edu/diversity/pecap/care.html, 412-624-0224 or 1-800-296-6856 or email: care@engr.pitt.edu.

ENGINEERING INNOVATION Summer Program is designed for rising H.S. juniors & seniors and incoming college freshmen.  Three sites:  JHU Homewood Campus in Baltimore, JHU Montgomery Campus and Howard County Community College.  Three transferable credits from Johns Hopkins will be earned upon successful completion of the course that takes place from July 9 - August 3, 9-3, Monday-Friday.  Tuition & fees:  $1,700, but financial aid is available for needy students.  Application deadline:  March 30, 2007, application fee:  $35.  For more information:  http://engineering-innovation.jhu.edu or contact Lindsay Carroll at 410-516-4473 or email:  LindsayCarroll@jhu.edu.

PRINCETON UNIVERSITY's 10-DAY ALL EXPENSES PAID SUMMER JOURNALISM program will be held on campus in August for juniors entering their senior year in the fall of 07, who have under-resourced financial backgrounds.  To apply you must meet the following qualifications:  minimum GPA 3.0 (on 4.0 scale); demonstrated interest in journalism; combined family income must not exceed $45,000/yr.  Applications must be postmarked by February 15, 2007.  More information and the application materials are available on:  www.princeton.edu~sjp  http://www.princeton.edu/%7Esjp  or email: rinderle@princeton.edu.                         

NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE CAMP Honors Summer Program - June 27-July 23, 2007 - FREE.  Two high school graduating seniors who have demonstrated academic achievement & leadership potential in the sciences will receive a full scholarship to exchange ideas with scientists and professionals from the academic & corporate worlds.  This one-month experience includes lectures & hands-on research with scientists across the nation; overnight expeditions into the National Forest, and a visit to Washington, DC.  The Science camp is held at Bartow in the eastern mountains of WV, near the Monongahela National Forest.  Meals, lodging, round-trip airfare on scheduled airlines is provided free of charge.  For more information, contact:  Mary M. Thurlow at 410-767-0329 or email at mthurlow@msde.state.md.us.  Complete application form:  www.nysc.org prior to the deadline - February 16, 2007.

ATTENTION SOPHOMORES:  Great summer opportunity!  National Space Club Scholars Program is recruiting 10th grade students who have demonstrated high academic success and have an interest in space science or engineering as a career.  Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have permanent, year-round residence within commuting distance of Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD or Wallops Flight Facility in Wallops Island, VA.  This six-week program provides first-hand work experience in a research environment to inspire the next generation of NASA explorers.  Students chosen for the program will receive a $1,000 stipend to offset their transportation costs and meals.  Applications are available in the Blake Career Center or online at http://education.gsfc.nasa.gov/pages/placement.html.  DEADLINE:  February 21, 2007  For more info, call:  301-286-7205

BANK OF AMERICA - STUDENT LEADERS PROGRAM  is seeking H.S. juniors or seniors strong in leadership who have demonstrated interest in tackling the crucial issues facing communities today.   This is a paid eight-week internship for the summer of 2007 with a non-profit organization that addresses the concerns in your community.  Gain hands-on learning & valuable insights into how community organizations work.  Apply online:  www.bankofamerica.com/foundation, click on Neighborhood Excellence Initiative section.  Deadline:  March 9, 2007.

MARYLAND SUMMER CENTERS for Gifted & Talented Students brochure is available online at www.marylandpublicschools.org/summercenters.  The application deadline is April 15, 2007, but earlier deadlines may apply for the Arts Centers.  Financial aid/scholarships are available through each center.  Questions:  Stephanie Zenker, 410-767-0821

USDA AG DISCOVERY SUMMER ENRICHMENT CAMP - Deadline:  April 20, 2007 - July 8-20, 2007 at University of Maryland will focus on protecting plants and animals.  It is FREE, but students must bear the cost of transportation to and from UMCP.  Students between the ages of 14-17 are eligible to apply and a two-page essay is required on "What I'd Like to Know About Protecting Plants & Animals, and Why."  Three character references, one of which must be from a teacher or counselor.  For more info:  www.aphis.usda.gov or www.agnr.umd.edu or call 301-314-7222.  Brochures & applications are in the Blake Career Center.

SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY FREE ENGINEERING CAMP - Deadline:  April 15, 2007 - June 3-15, 2007 - African American participation is encouraged for this H.S. junior level on campus program.  Transportation to Syracuse is responsibility of student.  Contact John Matthews, 713-743-4226 or visit:  http://www.egr.uh.edu/promes/?e=camps for application & details.

MCPS HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - Deadline:  May 1, 2007 - Enrollment for credit-bearing internships is for current Grade 10 & 11 students.  Attendance is required for five uninterrupted weeks from June 18-July 20, 2007.  Application packages are available online at www.mcps.k12.md.us/departments/cte and available from the Career Center or Ms. Ale, Internship Coordinator at Blake.  The tuition fee must be sent with the completed application by May 1 to:  Ms. Lynn Nelson, MCPS - CTE, 2096 Gaither Road, Suite 101, Rockville, MD 20850.

ENTRADA SCHOLARS PROGRAM - CALVIN COLLEGE (MI)  "Entrada" is a Spanish word that means "gateway."  Summer program for academically talented minority juniors or seniors in H.S.  Students with great potential, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 who are interested in a Christian teaching perspective.  Take college credit coursework for four weeks.  Cost of tuition, room & board, books & activities is covered by a full scholarship.  Students need only provide their own transportation and pay a $200 enrollment fee if admitted.  Must be nominated by their counselor or teacher by February 15, 2007.  For more details:  www.calvin.edu/entrada or 1-800-688-0122.

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND COLLEGE PARK - JUMP START - Summer Science Immersion Program - three one-week sessions available during the month of July from 9:00-4:00 daily.  This program is for current H.S. sophomores or juniors who are interested in forensic science, biomedical science & animal behavior and Physiology.  Last year, there were over 200 applicants for 100 slots and the average WGPA of students admitted to the program was 3.83.  For an online application & further information:  www.clfs.umd.edu/hhmi/jumpstart or call 301-405-3353.  Required:  essay, transcript & teacher recommendation.  Application Deadline:  March 15, 2007 

YOUNG AMBASSADORS PROGRAM, Smithsonian Latino Center - Twenty graduating H.S. seniors with an interest and commitment to film, design, visual, performing or literary arts as it pertains to the Hispanic culture will be selected.  Students travel to Washington DC for a week-long arts enrichment and leadership seminar at the Smithsonian conducted by experts.  The aim of this program is to cultivate the next generation of Latino leaders in the arts and culture fields.  Includes a paid four-week summer internship with the Smithsonian; upon completion of the program, students will receive a $2,000 stipend.  Application deadline is March 22, 2007.  For more information:  www.latino.si.edu/education or contact Emily Key, 202-633-1268.

CORCORAN PRE-COLLEGE PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT - intensive day and residential programs in Washington DC preparing H.S. students for college admissions and undergraduate success in the fields of art & design.  Two week day programs:  July 9-20 and July 23-Aug 3; Four week Day program:  July 9-Aug 3; Two week residential program:  July 22-Aug 4, 2007.  $1250-$2250 + materials fee.  Questions:  Call 202-639-1805 or visit website:  www.corcoran.edu/ce or pick up brochure from Blake Career Center.

UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY (WEST POINT) Summer Leadership Program offers two sessions: June 2-8 and June 9-15.  This highly competitive leadership seminar provides outstanding H.S. juniors the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the academic, physical and leadership programs at a service academy.  Only 800 students will be invited nationwide who meet these guidelines:  top fifth of H.S. class; pursuing a college prep curriculum; strong PSAT scores; demonstrated leadership potential (e.g. elected to office, extracurricular & organized athletic activities).  Students accepted on rolling admissions process, but the application must be received prior to April 1, 2007.  To apply or learn more:  http://admissions.usma.edu.

D.C. NATIONAL GUARD YOUTH LEADERS' CAMP - June 25-July 7, 2007 (recruiting 125 girls & boys ages 13-15)  Camp to be held at Camp Dawson in Kingwood, WV.  This is NOT a recruiting program for the National Guard.  The 14-day residential camp is FREE and focuses on leadership, citizenship & sportsmanship through classroom discussions, sports & recreational activities.  For more information:  www.youthleaderscamp.org or raynald.blackwell@dc.ngb.army.mil or 202-685-9649.  Brochures & applications available in the Blake H.S. Career Center.  APPLICATION DEADLINE:  June 1, 2007.  Registration Fee: $25

FORK UNION MILITARY ACADEMY      July 1-28, 2007, non-military summer session for grades 8-12 , but highly structured & disciplined residential learning environment.  For course offerings:  http://www.forkunion.com or 800-GO-2-FUMA.  Tuition, Room & Board:  $3,600

YOUTH LEADERSHIP MONTGOMERY - MARYLAND LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS  are seeking applicants for their two-part program for Montgomery County high school students in grades 9-12.  There is no better program designed to develop leadership skills and community awareness and has such a profound impact on today's youth.  Up to 25 students will be selected on a competitive basis.  Although no school credit will be provided for participants, those who complete the program will receive a certificate of completion and letters of recommendation from the program leaders.  Cost is $700 (includes one-week residential camp; tuition assistance application available).  Time & Location:  MWL summer program:  August 5-11, 2007, Washington College, Chestertown, MD.  Advanced Leadership Seminar:  July 29-August 4, 2007.  Fall YLM Sessions:  Sept. 15, Sept. 29, Oct. 20, Nov. 1 (8:30-3:00); Nov. 17, 10:00-2:30; graduation on Nov 29, 6:30-8:00pm, Silver Spring, MD.  For additional information, contact Carol Ippolito at Leadership Montgomery, 301-881-3333 or email: carol.ippolito@leadermont.org or www.mlw.org.   APPLICATION DEADLINE:  April 13, 2007, 4:30 pm

OLNEY THEATRE SUMMER INSTITUTE  is seeking 55 talented high school actors (and technicians)  to attend four weeks of intensive training beginning July 9, 2007, culminating in a performance project.  Auditions will be held April 14 & 15 at Olney Theatre Center.  For more information call Diana at 301-924-4485, ext 116, or email:  DFooksman@olneytheatre.org.  www.olneytheatre.org

COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY Summer Science & Research Program (STAR)   June 24-July 21, 2007  Pre-college enrichment program for rising juniors from disadvantaged backgrounds introduces students to the world of science, research & technology.  FULLY PAID four-week program, including housing, meals, books & recreation by a grant from Howard Hughes Medical Institute.  Must be nominated by teacher.  Application deadline:  May 9, 2007.  For info: Vernon Hurte, Ph.D.  757-221-2155 or email: vjhurt@wm.edu.  Brochures & application can be downloaded from the web at http://www.wm.edu/multiculturalaffairs/starprogram.php.

COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY Pre-College Summer Program in Early American History  Two three-week sessions:  June 24-July 14 and July 15-August 4 for highly motivated students who have demonstrated excellent analytical ability, good writing skills, and strong discussion abilities.  Students will earn four hours of college credits in one of these courses:  "From the Founding of Jamestown through the American Revolution" or "From the American Revolution through the American Civil War."  Cost: $3,990 (out-of-state) covers room & board, admission to museums, activities, course materials, college health & recreation centers.  Applications available online:  www.wm.edu/niahd For more information, email: precol@sm.edu or call at 757-221-7652.  Application DEADLINE:  April 23, 2007.

DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY Summer Bridge Program - July 7 - August 11, 2007 - five week residential program for DSU incoming freshmen majoring in any of the STEM (math & sciences) or Agriculture & Natural Resources disciplines.  $1,000 stipend, free room and may earn an additional $1,000 if a GPA of 2.7 or higher is acquired during freshmen year at DSU.  More info:  301-857-7328

EXPERIENCES IN ARCHITECTURE - Catholic University (DC) - June 18-July 6 or July 9-July 27, 2007 - this intense three-week workshop is for students interested in architecture or other design-related fields.  For more info:  shovebrown@cua.edu or 202-319-5786 or http://architecture.cua.edu/experiences.cfm.

UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE - Summer College 2007  is for academically talented high school sophomores & juniors to have the opportunity to spend five weeks on campus taking two or three classes for college credit.  Program includes fun day trips, as well.  For more info:  www.udel.edu/summercollege or 302-831-6560.

WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY at ST. LOUIS - H. S. Summer Scholars Program -  June 10-July 14 (deadline: May 4) or July 15 - August 17 (deadline: June 8)  Applications received before March 1st, application fee waived.  Take real college credit courses in foreign languages, sciences, humanities, arts and social sciences.  Eligibility:  16 yrs. old entering junior year; GPA >= B+; combined min. SAT scored of 1800 out of 2400 or min. PSAT score of 180; have at least a 213 TOEFL score if you are an international student.  For more information:  www.ucollege.wustl.edu/hssp or contact mhussung@wustl.edu, 866-209-0691.

MICA - Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, MD Pre-College Program    A pre-college student resident program will be offered from June 23-July 21, 2007.  Rising H.S. juniors or seniors should consider applying for this summer program.  Twenty five full & partial need-based scholarships will be awarded to talented students.  For information and for application materials, contact 410-225-2219 or email:  precollege@mica.edu.

AIFS - SUMMER ADVANTAGE - H.S. Study Abroad - 2007 catalog of summer abroad programs describing trips to:  Cambridge University, England; Nanjing University, China; Richmond, the American Int'l. University in London, England; Richmond in Rome, Italy; St. Petersburg State Polytechnic University, Russia; University of Paris IV de la Sorbonne, France; University of Salamanca, Spain.  Contact information:  800-913-7151, or email avanstone@aifs.com or visit website:  www.summeradvantage.com.

NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE PREP PROGRAM - summer 07 - Deadline:  April 13, 2007  H.S. on-campus summer program offering college credit coursework for six to eight weeks.  Tuition, including room & board:  $5,253 - $5,871.  For more information:  847-467-6703 or www.northwestern.edu/collegeprep. Northwestern also offers a 5-week National High School Music Institute from June 24 - July 27, 2007 for $4,300.  For information about this program: 847-491-3141 or email:  musiclife@northwestern.edu.

SKIDMORE COLLEGE summer pre-college program in Liberal & Studio Arts - June 30-August 3, 2007 - Information on website:  www.skidmore.edu/summer or call 518-580-5590.

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA - 4 STAR SUMMER CAMPS for students entering grades 10, 11 or 12; Two & four- week residential sessions available; includes intramurals & sports, arts enrichment, college workshops, weekend excursions.  Now offering an ESL (Gr. 8-12) and Junior program (Gr. 6-9).  For more information:  www.4starcamps.com or 800-334-7827 or email:  info@4starcamps.com.

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO summer program - Many intensive hands-on (for college credit) programs for H.S. students choose from that give them the opportunity to explore, observe & analyze.  Choose from several residential programs  For more information:  http://summer.uchicago.edu or call 773-834-3792 or email uc-summer@uchicago.edu.

HOLLINS UNIVERSITY SUMMER PROGRAM H.S. girls - July 8-20, 2007 - for rising sophomores, juniors & seniors will get a taste of college life:  noncredit classes, field trips & other activities.  For more information:  lbieging@hollins.edu or call Lindsey Bieging at 1-800-456-9595.

SEWANEE UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH - Bridge Program - June 17-July 8, 2007 - For rising seniors (current juniors) interested in science or math; 3-week residential program for 20 students whose backgrounds & experiences would enrich the university with diversity.  Tuition, room & board are FREE.  Deadline for applications:  March 15, 2007.  For more information:  www.sewanee.edu/bridgeprogram, or call 931-598-1997 or email: rhille@sewanee.edu.

UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE (ENGLAND) Pre-College Summer Program - July 13-August 2, 2007 features a liberal arts & sciences curriculum of over 75 courses.  Gr. 9-12.  For more info:  1-800-922-3552 or email:  info@cambridgeUK.org or visit www.cambridgeUK.org.

CARNEGIE MELON SUMMER PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS - June 30 - August 10, 2007,  Deadline:  May 1, 2007  Discover Carnegie Mellon.  Summer experience for HS juniors or seniors on campus for six weeks.  Programs:  Advance Placement/Early Action, Pre-College Fine Arts:  Architecture, Art, Design, Drama & Music; National High School Game Academy.  To learn more:  www.cmu.edu/enrollment/precollege, 412-268-2082 or email:  precollege@andrew.cmu.edu.

STANFORD UNIVERSITY - Youth Leadership Conference on Asian & Pacific Islander Health - August 9-12, 2007, hosted by the Asian Liver Center at Stanford.  Spend a weekend experiencing life at Stanford University.  Application Deadline:  May 15, 2007.  Application & info available online at http://liver.stanford.edu/YLC or email:  cynthian@stanford.edu or call 650-724-2923.

GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY will be offering six residential enrichment programs for H.S. students throughout the summer: 

Summer College for High School Juniors; College Prep Program; Gateway to Business Program; International Relations Program; American Politics & Public Affairs and Journalism Workshops.

For further information:  http://summer.georgetown.edu/07 or call  202-687-8700.

SMITH COLLEGE - Summer Science & Engineering Program for Girls - July 1-28, 2007 - open to girls entering grades 8, 10, 11 or 12 in fall 2007.  For more information:  413-585-3060, www.smith.edu/summerprograms/ssep or email:  edoutreach@smith.edu.

SALEM COLLEGE (for women-NC) SPOTLIGHT - July 1-13 or July 15-27, 2007 - for girls entering gr. 8-12 residential pre-college experience. For more info:  1-800-883-1753 or spotlight@salem.edu.

WASHINGTON & LEE UNIVERSITY (VA) GLOBAL SUMMER SCHOLARS    July 1-14, 2007, Students will hear from more than 40 leaders at the forefront of international issues and engage in discussions.  Visit the website for additional information:  www.globalscholar.org or call 203-773-1202.

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY - Summer High School Programs - Deadline:  April 10, 2007 - July 2-27 or July 30-August 16, 2007  Pre-college program for highly motivated students entering grades 9-12 who are interested in intensive summer study.  For more information & program costs:  www.ce.columbia.edu/hsp2007.

DISCOVER THE WORLD OF COMMUNICATION - American University Summer Program - June 18-July 13 - a hands-on experience in communications for H.S. students exploring Washington.  ScriptwritingCheck out the itinerary:   www.soc.american.edu/highschool.html.

LANDMARK COLLEGE (specializing in learning disabilities) - three week program for H.S. Juniors, July 8-28, 2007 and Transition to College program for H.S. graduates - July 22 - August 4, 2007.  Details on these programs and online application:  www.landmark.edu.

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY/The University of the Arts - Summer Music Studies throughout June 18 - August 10.  Information online at www.music.villanova.edu.

PRATT PRE-COLLEGE SUMMER - July 1-27, 2007 -   Immerse yourself in art & design, architecture, creative writing and cultural studies.  Students must be 16+ and completed their sophomore year.  For more info:  www.pratt.edu/precollege or email: preco@pratt.edu or call 718-636-3453.

PACE UNIVERSITY (NY) - Summer Scholars Program - July 15-21, 2007 - Application Deadline:  June 22, 2007.  See what college life is like in NY City, including courses, dorm life & special events.  Visit online at www.pace.edu/summerscholars for course offerings and eligibility, and download an application.  email:  summerscholar@pace.edu or call 212-346-1192.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Summer Seminars for H.S. students - Architecture, Acting Workshop, Entrepreneurship, Film Study, Playwriting Seminar, Summer Dance Seminar, Video Game Design, and much more!  July 8- Aug 4, 2007; age 16+, Gr. 10 or 11; cost:  $4485 for tuition, room & board.  Visit the website:  www.usc.edu/summer for all summer course offerings (many earn 3 university elective credits) or call 213-740-5679; email:  summer@usc.edu.

COLUMBIA UNION COLLEGE (MD) - Capital Summer Session - July 23 - August 9, 2007 - juniors & seniors in H.S., earn three free college credits in less than three weeks.  Eligibility:  junior, min. GPA 3.0; high school graduate & accepted to CUC.  Books & activity fee for session is $200.  Participants stay in the dorm for free.  Meal costs are approximately $90/wk.

SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY - Summer College program June 30-August 10, 2007  Choose from 11 six-week programs, credit bearing (6 cr), undergraduate courses and live in residence halls.  Non-credit programs are available in studio art and music for 1-2 weeks.  Cost:  $5,855-6,245 (residential)  Deadlines:  April 15, 2007 for scholarship applications; May 15, 2007 (reg. deadline); Music program deadline: March 1, 2007.  For info:  http://summercollege.syr.edu, 315-443-5297  Few brochures in Career Center.

JUNIOR STATESMEN SUMMER SCHOOL  Great opportunity for students leaders (competitive).  Located on these campuses:  Georgetown, Princeton, Yale & Stanford.  Rigorous government/political curriculum, student debates; exciting speakers in government & media.  Cost:  $4,150, need-based partial scholarships are available for those who apply early.  For info:  800-334-5353 or email: jsa@jsa.org or website: www.jsa.org/summer.

UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE SUMMER COLLEGE - July 7 - August 11, 2007 - on campus university courses for college credit for H.S. sophomores and juniors.  More information, including application is online:  www.udel.edu/summercollege or email:  summercollege@udel.edu or call:  302-831-6560

BOSTON UNIVERSITY Summer Challenge Program (three different two-week residential sessions available, age 14-17) or High School Honors, July 1-Aug 10 (six-week residential, age 16-17).  For more info:  www.bu.edu/summer/highschool or buhssumr@bu.edu or 617-353-1378.  Cost:  $2,860.  Deadline:  May 1 w/pmt. For descriptions of all offerings:  www.bu.edu/mysummer.

HEIDELBERG COLLEGE (OH) - SummerBerg program - July 15-27 or July 29-August 10, 2007 - for students in Gr. 8-12, nine different academic courses, field trips & activities, intro to college life.  For more info:  866-686-3012 or email:  summerberg@heidelberg.edu or visit:  www.heidelberg.edu/summerberg

ST. GEORGE'S UNIVERSITY-Camp Medicine (pre-med/pre-vet summer programs) - H.S. camp-June 27-July 6, 2007. Cost:  $1,600 includes housing, meals, medical instruction, activities and transportation while in Grenada, West Indies.  For more info:  800-899-6337, ext. 297 or email:  tday@sgu.edu or www.sgu.edu. 

Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind Volunteers needed  - Earn meaningful Student Service Learning hours this summer!  Have fun & make a difference by volunteering to assist children who are blind or visually impaired.  Camp Lighthouse Day Camp & Camp Lighthouse Technology Camp are currently recruiting H.S., college & adult volunteers to help children ages 6-12 enjoy arts, crafts, sports, computer activities, swimming & field trips.  Camps are described below and applications are available in the Blake Career Center or call Jocelyn Hunter at 202-454-6422; email: jhunter@clb.org.  Spaces fill quickly, so send your application early!  

MONTGOMERY COUNTY RECREATION DEPARTMENT   Looking for a seasonal  job this summer?  The MCRD is recruiting camp counselors for their summer camps.  Minimum age is 16 years old.  If you enjoy the outdoors, sports, performing arts, fitness or crafts, then this is the opportunity for you!  Employees will be selected based on activity skills, enthusiasm and ability to work with children.  Background checks are mandated by state law for these positions.  Spanish speaking bilinguals are encouraged to apply.  APPLY NOW!  Applications can be found in the Blake Career Center.  For more information:  240-777-6870.

Camp Flintlock Summer Employment - Students age 16 and up that possess excellent character, have great work ethic, enjoy children and might appreciate Colonial-American programs are encouraged to apply for these historic sites around the DC metro area:  Fredericksburg, VA, St. Mary's City in southern MD and Annapolis.  Camp Flintlock offers a healthy work environment & competitive wages. Applications in Blake Career Center.  For further info:  www.CampFlintlock.com or email:  information@CampFlintlock.com or phone: 866-354-6856

SUMMER SEARCH - The MCPS Summer Search publication contains almost 200 educational and challenging programs, camps and activities for young people.  View it online at www.mcps.k12.md.us/info/summersearch. 

GO GLOBAL - Youth for Understanding USA - This youth exchange program is for students age 15-19 from around the world (35 countries) who wish to live with a host family, immerse themselves in the local culture.  For information:  1-800-TEENAGE or visit www.YFU-USA.org.  Some scholarship opportunities are available.