Grades 9-12

For the high school student who wants a week of action packed outdoor fun with friends, we offer an Adventure Camp and a fly-fishing camp. 

2026 ADVENTURE CAMP (GRADES 7–12) 

2026 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, 7: $835
Price: Weeks 1, 3: $668

Registration opens February 17, 2026 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 17, 2026.
• 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 15–July 10, 2026 (no class June 19 or July 3) 
• 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, and graphing two-variable equations and inequalities. The course will cover, in greater depth, 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 for 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 15–July 2, 2026 (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: $1000

In this three-week summer science elective course, students will be introduced to the most relevant topics in environmental and wildlife conservation. In this lab- and field-studies-based course, students will participate in and conduct hands-on activities to explore native wildlife populations, water quality, and more! Some of the activities completed in previous years include banding baby ospreys and other 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 using radio signals. Students should be prepared to spend the majority of their class time outside. In addition, many activities require some schedule flexibility to meet with wildlife experts, including early-morning and late-evening sessions. 

Requirements: No previous experience required, and it is open to all rising Grade 9 through rising Grade 12 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 15–July 2, 2026 (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 using a telescope, making astronomical and weather observations, and using and analyzing 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 introductory concepts in atmospheric science, including Earth’s atmospheric composition, weather forecasting, the formation and development of hazardous weather, and climate change. 

Approximately 50% of the course will be devoted to astronomy, and 50% to 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.  

FULL CREDIT COURSES ​​​​​​

SUMMER U.S. HISTORY (RISING GRADE 11)

• Dates: June 22–July 31, 2026 (no class June 19 or July 3) 
• Time: 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. 
• Teacher:  Ms. Beth Gryczewski
• Eligible grades: Rising Grade 11
• Tuition: $1700

This accelerated six-week summer course invites Grade 11 students to explore the major eras, turning points, and diverse voices that have shaped the United States from its Indigenous origins to the present. Students engage deeply with the past through analysis of primary and secondary sources, DBQ-style essay writing, Socratic discussions, historical debate, and guided research. The course emphasizes critical thinking, evidence-based reasoning, and the ability to interpret history from multiple perspectives.

By the end of the course, students will:

• Analyze historical events through multiple perspectives and through the lens of women in history, including those of other marginalized groups.
• Evaluate continuity and change across major eras of U.S. history.
• Strengthen skills in critical reading, historical writing, and evidence-based argumentation.
• Draw connections between past events and contemporary issues.
• Understand the importance of Judicial Review, its historical context, and the basic historical cases.