Grades 9-12
Registration opens February 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. for Upper School Summer Studies classes.
- Enrollment is limited to current and enrolling Stone Ridge students only at this time.
- Stone Ridge's Upper School Summer Studies program offers enrichment classes for students entering Grades 9–12.
- Our programs are listed by the grade your child is entering in the fall of 2025.
- High school students can join us off-campus for a week of Adventure Camp or Extreme Adventure Camp.
Upper School Summer Studies (SR students only)
Registration opens February 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. for all current and new Stone Ridge students.
- All families will need to create an account and register on the camp site beginning February 15, 2025.
- Classes are filled on a first come-first served basis.
- To register for these classes, you will register as a camper.
- Each class will require a $100 non-refundable deposit.
- Teachers will notify student in late spring as to the book and supply needs.
ENRICHMENT CLASSES
ALGEBRA I REVIEW AND ENRICHMENT (rising GRADE 9)
- Dates: June 16–July 11, 2025 (no class June 19 or July 3 or 4)
- Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Tuition: $1000
- Prerequisite: Completed Grade 8
- Teacher: Ms. Kathleen Gurzo
This four-week course will begin with a brief review of the fundamentals of Algebra. Review topics will include solving linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations, graphing two variable equations and inequalities. The course will cover in greater depth: exploring quadratic functions, operations on rational expressions, polynomials and radicals. Students will develop the ability to explore and solve real world application problems, demonstrate the use of the graphing calculator, and communicate mathematical ideas clearly. This course is intended for students who have completed Algebra I and would benefit from additional support and review before taking their next math course (either Geometry or Algebra II), and students who would like a jump start to their study of Algebra I in Grade 9.
Tech Requirements: The Algebra I Review course uses Google Classroom as the course platform. Students should be able to access Google Classroom daily. In addition, students need a TI 84 Plus or Plus CE graphing calculator.
HALF CREDIT COURSES
ENVIRONMENTAL & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION FIELD STUDIES (rising GRADES 9–12)
- Dates: June 16–July 3, 2025 (no class June 19)
- Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. NOTE: *arrival & pick-up times will vary given the nature of the day's fieldwork
- Teacher: Ms. Casey Robertson
- Eligible grades: Rising Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12
- Tuition: $850
In this three-week summer science elective course, students will be introduced to the most relevant topics in environmental and wildlife conversation. In this lab and field studies based course, students will participate and conduct hands-on activities to explore native wildlife species populations, water quality, and more! Some of the activities completed in the previous years include banding baby ospreys and wild birds, observing the diet of Chesapeake Bay sea otters, wetland restoration, learning animal tracks and calls, using binoculars for birding, setting wildlife cameras, and tracking down box turtles with radio signals. Students should be prepared to spend a majority of their class time outside. In addition, many activities necessitate some schedule flexibility for meeting with wildlife experts, including some early morning and late evening activities.
Requirements: No previous experience required, and it is open to all rising 9th grade through rising 12th grade students! All you need is enthusiasm for life sciences, a flexible start time, and an appreciation of the natural world.
TOPICS IN ASTRONOMY AND ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCE (rising GRADES 10–12)
- Dates: June 16–July 3, 2025 (no class June 19)
- Time: 1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. **NOTE: there will be two nights when the class will do telescope observations (dates TBD)
- Teacher: Mr. Will Robertson
- Eligible grades: Rising Grades 10, 11, and 12
- Tuition: $850
- Prerequisite: One completed year of Grade 9 Physics
In this three-week summer science elective course, students will be introduced to the most relevant topics in modern astronomy and meteorology. Students will learn essential skills in these fields, such as how to use a telescope, make astronomical and weather observations, as well as utilize and analyze real-time NASA and NOAA satellite data to make atmospheric and space weather forecasts. Students will learn about introductory concepts in astronomy, such as celestial navigation, solar system astronomy, stellar nuclear processes and evolution, cosmology, and general relativity’s most extreme prediction - black holes! Students will also learn about introductory concepts in atmospheric science, such as the Earth’s atmospheric composition, weather forecasting, hazardous weather formation and development, and climate change.
Approximately 50% of the course will be devoted to topics in astronomy, and 50% to topics in atmospheric science. This course requires two nights (four hours) of telescope observation time (all materials, including telescopes, will be provided). This course is ideal for students interested in space and weather-related topics.
Off-campus
For the high school student who wants a week of action packed outdoor fun with friends, or a fulfilling week serving their community, we offer an Adventure Camp and Community Service Camp.
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Week 5 July 14-18 |
Week 6 July 21-25 |
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Adventure Camp Grades 7–12 |
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Trout Lines Fishing Adventure Camp Grades 7–12 |
Trout Lines Fishing Adventure Camp Grades 7–12 |
Trout Lines Fishing Adventure Camp Grades 7–12 |
Trout Lines Fishing Adventure Camp Grades 7–12 |
Trout Lines Fishing Adventure Camp Grades 7–12 |
2025 ADVENTURE CAMP (GRADES 7–12)
This outrageously exciting & extremely fun Adventure Camp is a blast! Are you an adventurous person who wants a fun daily challenge? Test your limits and increase your self-confidence as you join our amazing adventure team. Activities vary by week and may include: high ropes courses, zip lines, and white water rafting, roller coasters at Six Flags, indoor rock climbing and best of all, take a chartered bus to Guppy Gulch High Adventure. A note about Guppy Gulch: Your kids will think they are in Florida with Gulf Coast blue water, real palm trees, with warm tropical breezes and water temperatures in the upper 70s. The quarry lake is 13 acres full of big water inflatables for climbing, bouncing, and splashing—waterslides, zip line, sun decks, boulder jumping and climbing walls.View the weekly itinerary.
Campers should have a sense of adventure and be able to physically participate in these activities. Campers must bring a bag lunch and filled water bottles daily. Note: All activities require parents to sign waivers from the outside companies; life vests are required for all water activities except for the water park at Six Flags.
Campers should have a sense of adventure and be able to physically participate in these activities. Campers must bring a bag lunch and filled water bottles daily. Note: All activities require parents to sign waivers from the outside companies; life vests are required for all water activities except for the water park at Six Flags.
Time: 8:30 a.m.–3:45 p.m. (schedule may vary slightly due to travel times)
Price: $625
2025 trout lines fishing adventure camp with youtube sensation "tight lining md" and gus (GRADES 7–12)
Join us for an unforgettable summer fishing camp on Maryland's iconic Gunpowder River–one of America's top 100 trout streams! Led by Gus, a full-time high school teacher, and local guides Mike Slepesky and Mike Pendleton, who bring eight years of guiding experience along with CPR and First Aid certifications. This camp offers up to eight hours (4 hours a day for two of the camp days) of hands-on instruction directly on the stream. All gear is provided, including waders, boots, rods, reels, hand-tied flies, lunch, water, and snacks on fishing days with the Mikes.
Your dedicated guides will teach your child the art of fly fishing on a "Blue Ribbon" trout stream in Parkton, MD, home to 3,000 wild trout per mile, with the chance of catching a 20-inch fish! No experience is necessary--just come ready to have fun and learn. Beyond fishing, you'll dive into exciting outdoor adventures, from hiking and swimming to exploring local natural spots like the Patapsco River and even hunting for ancient shark teeth at Calvert Cliffs. And, as a bonus, you might even be featured on the Tight Lining MD's popular YouTube channel or Instagram reel, showcasing your fishing adventure to thousands of viewers!
Time: 8:30 a.m.–3:45 p.m. (schedule may vary slightly due to travel times)
Price: Weeks 2, 4, 5, 6: $800
Price: Weeks 1, 3: $640