Math and Computers

Journey through Beautiful Mathematics

For boys entering grades 6, 7, 8, 9

This video journey is for students with strong ability and interest in math. We will enjoy many fascinating patterns and concepts, including glimpses at prime numbers, factorials, partitions, regular polyhedra, Euler’s formula, the seven bridges of Königsberg, the Möbius strip, pi, the Pythagorean theorem, Fermat’s last theorem, sequences, the golden ratio, Pascal’s triangle, and probability. We will also listen to a few musical math morsels.

July 20 – July 23 (Monday – Thursday)
9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Fee: $100
Instructor: Mr. Joe Griesbach – Math
Minimum enrollment – 10; Maximum enrollment – 30

3-D Design and Animation

For boys entering grades 6, 7, 8, 9

From Toy Story and Despicable Me to product design and architecture, 3-D design and animation has transformed the way we work and dream. This course will give students the tools they need to join this creative force. Students will explore Blender 3-D, a free 3-D design and animation program. Topics will include modeling (making the shape), textures and materials (covering the shape), lighting, animation (moving the object) and publishing (making the movie available to others). At the end of the course, students will know enough to continue their education on their own.

July 6 – 9 (Monday – Thursday)
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $120
Instructor: Mr. Joe Cavanaugh – Instructional Technology Specialist
Minimum enrollment – 8; Maximum enrollment – 22

What Can A Spreadsheet Do For You?
For boys entering grades 6, 7, 8, 9

Spreadsheets are not just for accountants! We’ll take a look at the many ways you can use a spreadsheet to design quick and colorful files of all types including tables, charts, graphs, and so much more. You’ll leave this afternoon with some files to use in all your future class assignments – and they’re useful for club and team activities too! No experience necessary.

July 22 (Wednesday)
12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Fee: $25
Instructor: Ms. Carol Hardtke – Math and Computer Science
Minimum enrollment – 8; Maximum enrollment – 15

Slideshows That Make the Grade
For boys entering grades 6, 7, 8, 9

Learn some quick tricks that will make your Google presentations (or PowerPoint files) more appealing, effective, and FUN. You will design bold graphics, insert videos, and create animations. You’ll leave this afternoon with some files to use in all your future class assignments. No experience necessary.

July 23 (Thursday)
12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Fee: $25
Instructor: Ms. Carol Hardtke – Math and Computer Science
Minimum enrollment – 8; Maximum enrollment – 15