Summer School 2025

June 24 – July 26, 2024

Lower School

for grades 5–6
The Lower School program is an age appropriate, five-week learning and enrichment program for elementary school students who will be entering grades 5-6 in the fall. 

The Lower School summer session runs from June 23 through July 25.

Our teachers were selected for their command of core educational disciplines at this level (reading, writing, mathematics, art and science), their ability to work easily and effectively with younger students, and perhaps most importantly, their desire to ensure that learning continues to be both stimulating and fun. In honor of July 4th, we will not have school on that Friday.

Lower School Courses

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  • Mathematics & Computer

    The Elementary Math course is designed to provide both remedial help and enrichment according to each student’s needs and interests. A diagnostic pre-test is given to all students to ensure that the math concepts covered are age and grade appropriate. Problem solving and analysis using computers is an integral part of the Elementary Math Program. This class caps at 8 students. 

    Cost: $1,250

    Math and Computer, Grades 5–6: 9:00–11:00 AM, June 23 through July 25 (code #202)

    If taken in combination with Language Arts: Cost: $2,000

    Financial aid is not offered for Math & Computer class.

  • Language Arts: Reading and Writing for Success

    In each two-hour session, students in grades 5–6 will improve and enrich their language arts abilities. During the five-week summer sessions, students will read a chapter book or novel to work on oral fluency, vocabulary, story structure, and the elements of literature. These skills will be reinforced with projects, games, and activities that are fun as well as skill building. In addition, students will improve and enrich their writing abilities through free and structured writing. This class caps at 8 students. 

    Cost: $1,250

    Language Arts, Grades 5–6: 11:15 am – 1:15 pm, June 23 through July 25 (code #205) 

    If taken in combination with Mathematics & Computer: Cost: $2,000

    Financial aid is not offered for Language Arts class.

Squash Program

Join the Hopkins Squash Camp for an unforgettable summer experience. Whether you're a budding squash star or looking to refine your skills, our expert coaches will guide you towards your full potential. Learn in a supportive and fun atmosphere that fosters both age-appropriate skill development and a love for the game. Hone your technique, power, and precision through focused drills and match play. 

Participants are grouped according to their age and ability and enrollment is limited to ensure that individual and small group instruction provide a superior experience. Expert coaching, always a hallmark of Hopkins athletics, focuses on honing existing skills and individual strengths. In addition, concepts and tactics are taught through game or match situations.

Financial aid is not offered for Squash Camp.

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  • Squash: Beginner and Intermediate, Levels I and II

    Forbes magazine named squash as the world’s healthiest game for its excellent physical and mental demands, low risk of injury, and lifetime availability. US Squash Level II coach, Brad Czepiel, and his staff of trained coaches and advanced players teach proper stroke mechanics, graceful court movement, and effective match strategy for new and intermediate players. Individual and group coaching, and a variety of on- and off-court activities inspire the budding squash player. A mid-practice video break allows campers a time to refresh for the final hour’s action.

    Equipment: Players are welcome to borrow Hopkins’ racquets, glasses, and shoes.

    Week 1: June 23–27, Cost: $300 (code #307) 
    Week 2: June 30–July 3, Cost: $240 (code #308)
    Week 3: July 7–11, Cost: $300 (code #309)

    Some court space is open to players and supervised by coaches 11:00 am – 1:30 pm for extra play.
     

  • Squash: Advanced, Level III

    Squash Level III builds experienced players’ fundamentals to help them get even more power, finesse, and success from their game. Each week focuses on central, critical skills, though other related on- and off-court elements will be addressed. Throughout, the camp makes an asset of Hopkins’ hot courts; the pace is high, and outright winners are very difficult, a combination that acclimatizes players to the long, creative points of advanced junior squash. Camp limited to 12 players.

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    We select coaches based on their ability to communicate with and inspire junior players. We have had coaches from Trinity College, Yale College, and the PSA tour. We have found great success with coaches from A-level prep schools and private clubs.

    We maintain a 3:1 (or better) player:coach ratio, which is extraordinarily low.

    Week 1: Building points 
    - Shot placements and sequences; accuracy work
    - Drills working on technical constructs of the game
    June 23–27
    Cost: $395 (code #310)

    Week 2: Combining and Adjusting Strategies
    - Setting up points
    - Understanding and deploying tactics
    June 30–July 3
    Cost: $320 (code #311)

    Week 3: Matchplay 
    - Implementing tactics across a match
    - Assessing and adapting
    July 7–11
    Cost: $395 (code #312)

    All squash camps meet in Hopkins’ six-court Kneisel Squash Center located at the top of the quad and most easily accessed via the 94 Knollwood Drive entrance.

Registration for Summer School  2025 will open on January 10, 2025. 
986 Forest Road
New Haven, Connecticut 06515
(203) 397-1001