Pre-College Enrichment Courses

Have you ever thought about starting your own business? You will learn the fundamental tools and techniques necessary to launch your own company. After you review all the steps to create and maintain your own business venture, you have the opportunity to try your new skills and will develop and present a professional business plan.

This intensive hands-on entrepreneurship program focuses on all facets of business plan development. Learn to assess the competitive entrepreneurial environment, develop a venture concept and growth strategies, create marketing approaches, build a cohesive management team, launch operations and develop financial projections. During the program, participants work as a team to create a business and on the final day, each team presents their business plan and participates in a friendly “shark tank” type competition.

Combine a morning business course with an afternoon business course for an intensive full-day track.

This course combines lessons, group work and guest speaker presentations from leading companies on digital advertising and influence marketing. Students will be introduced to the digital marketing tools needed to develop successful strategies and explore the latest trends of marketing using real-life cases, diverse media including videos, apps, and state-of-the-art Internet tools. At the end of the course students will be guided to write a digital marketing plan for a company/brand of their choice.

The aim of this course is to engage students in the experience of entrepreneurial management for early-stage new ventures. In this class, students will learn and practice contemporary methods to identify and evaluate new business opportunities and to execute them into viable businesses. Students will progress through different methods for developing business ideas, the processes of starting a business, the acquisition of resources, and the key components of a business plan. Emphasis is placed on projects and activity-based learning.

Business leaders of the future are provided with an interactive and collaborative environment to learn in. Subjects include budgeting and finance, sustainability, public speaking, and personal growth. Students will have the opportunity to analyze successful business models and develop their practical understanding of business strategies through projects and group collaboration. Group projects, local company visits and guest lectures from leading businesses will enrich your in-class experience.

Examine the dynamic world of international business, globalization and how global markets work. You will learn about the international flow of goods and services, trade agreements, investment, foreign currency and regulation. You’ll be introduced to business problems and work on strategies to resolve them in the context of current events, both in the U.S. and abroad.

Although international business has been important for decades, its impact on our lives has been more visible in recent years. I am presently typing this syllabus in a computer manufactured by an American corporation (H-P), many of whose components are produced in Taiwan or mainland China. The computer was assembled in the Czech Republic and purchased from the Spanish HP subsidiary in an Internet Auction conducted by an American firm. A few minutes ago, a courier delivered me the latest International Business book I ordered a week ago from a UK Internet-bookstore. In order to understand the complexities of modern international business we shall start the course focusing on the economic foundations of international business. Next, we will consider the main forces that shape business across countries: political, economic, cultural and legal forces. The last part of the course will analyze the internal aspects of a firm oriented towards international business.

Turn your big idea into a real business and get ready to face the judges. This hands-on program walks you through every step of building a company, from scratch to launch. You'll learn how to find your place in the market, create a smart marketing plan, build your dream team, and manage the money side of things. Working together, you and your teammates will create a full business plan, and on the final day, you’ll present your idea in a fun, competitive Pitch-Off to win over a panel of judges. It’s your chance to be the boss!

Ever wonder what it takes to run a professional sports team? Go beyond the game and discover the business of sports. From the front office to the stadium, you'll explore how teams make billions through marketing, sponsorships, and live events. Get hands-on with cool case studies and activities to learn about everything from athlete branding to sports law. This is your chance to turn your love for sports into a future career.

Great leaders are great negotiators. As the world becomes a more uncertain environment, the requirement for developing leadership as a skill instead of as a role is at a premium. This subject will benefit those who desire to develop their self-awareness as they learn about inspirational leadership and negotiation techniques to maximize their effectiveness and contribution to the world and to their own lives.

Videos are no longer just entertainment, they are rapidly overtaking traditional marketing techniques. “If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a video has to be worth at least 1.8 million words.” (Forrester Research). This course gives you the key tools to plan and produce your own promotional video using the latest digital apps. You also learn how to promote your video via social media channels.

We all use social media in our daily lives, but how effective is this tool for business marketing? Explore the concepts behind social media marketing as well as the principles of online communication. Review the evolution of various platforms and evaluate their effectiveness as branding and business marketing tools.

Discover the secrets behind your favorite social media stars and brands. This course pulls back the curtain on the exciting world of digital marketing. You'll explore the newest trends and learn to develop successful online strategies using videos, apps, and the latest internet tools. At the end of the course, you'll put your skills to the test by creating a digital marketing plan for a brand that inspires you.

This course looks at the channels of marketing, advertising and communication that make up social media platforms, exploring how these tools fit into a company’s integrated marketing strategy. Using real-world examples from large corporations and small businesses, students explore how marketing professionals embrace online social networks, user-generated content and content sharing to create brand awareness. Learn tips and techniques to successfully leverage your own social media marketing.

This course provides students with an overview of business for professional sports including finance, marketing and technology. Learn about professional sports entities that make billions of dollars entertaining people around the world. Through lectures, case studies and guest speakers, explore topics such as producing live events, broadcasting rights, athlete marketing, sponsorship, the fan experience, and sports law.

This course provides students with an overview of business for professional sports including finance, marketing and technology. Learn about professional sports entities that make billions of dollars entertaining people around the world. Through lectures, case studies and guest speakers, explore topics such as producing live events, broadcasting rights, athlete marketing, sponsorship, the fan experience, and sports law.

This course provides students with an overview of business for professional sports including finance, marketing and technology. Learn about professional sports entities that make billions of dollars entertaining people around the world. Through lectures, case studies and guest speakers, explore topics such as producing live events, broadcasting rights, athlete marketing, sponsorship, the fan experience, and sports law.

Before you invest in the stock market, it’s important you understand the basics of finance, the components of an investment portfolio and the underlying mechanics of the markets. This course gives you a detailed overview of investing in the stock market and offers you many tools and techniques needed to invest. Practice by investing in a simulated stock market competition.

Before you invest in the stock market, it’s important you understand the basics of finance, the components of an investment portfolio and the underlying mechanics of the markets. This course gives you a detailed overview of investing in the stock market and offers you many tools and techniques needed to invest. Practice by investing in a simulated stock market competition.

Ready to unlock the secrets of money and learn how to make it work for you? This high-energy course is your ultimate guide to stocks, crypto, and everything in between. We'll show you how to master personal finance by teaching you how to save, budget, and invest wisely. You'll dive into the fast-paced world of the stock market and see what makes digital currencies like Bitcoin so popular. This isn't just a class—it’s a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the real-world skills to take control of your financial future.

Introduction to the SAT and ACT
An overview of exam structure, scoring, and question types. Students learn strategies to navigate the tests effectively and maximize their performance.

Foundational Grammar Rules
Focus on essential grammar concepts frequently tested on the SAT and ACT. Students practice applying these rules through targeted drills and test-style questions.

Reading Comprehension Strategies
Development of techniques for active reading, data analysis, and inference questions. Emphasis is placed on accuracy and efficiency when working under timed conditions.

Math Strategies: Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, and Probability
Review of critical math topics, including algebraic functions, geometric principles, and data analysis. Students learn problem-solving techniques aligned with standardized test expectations.

Advanced Math Concepts and Test Readiness
Exposure to higher-level concepts, such as precalculus and probability, to prepare for challenging questions. Final sessions review key content and strategies to ensure students are fully prepared for test day.

Post-Test Opportunity
All students will have the option to take a free post-test after completing the program. This allows them to measure their progress and identify areas for continued improvement as they prepare for upcoming test dates.

College Admissions Overview
An introduction to the college admissions process, including timelines, key milestones, and decision-making factors. Students gain a foundational understanding of how to create an effective admissions strategy.

The Five Elements of an Application
A detailed look at the core components of a college application: transcripts, recommendations, activities, test scores, and résumés. Students learn how these elements work together to shape a strong application profile.

College Essay Strategies
Instruction on brainstorming, drafting, and revising personal statements and supplemental essays. Emphasis is placed on writing authentic, standout essays that reflect a student’s unique perspective.

Interview Preparation
Training in the structure and purpose of college interviews, with guidance on common question types and effective communication. Students participate in practice sessions to develop confidence and poise.

Extracurricular Activities and Résumé Building
Strategies for highlighting meaningful activities and leadership roles within an application. Students work to organize and refine résumés that showcase accomplishments and character.

Leadership Styles and Strengths
An exploration of diverse leadership approaches designed to help students identify and build on their personal strengths. Interactive activities promote confidence, collaboration, and self-awareness in group settings.

Collaborative Problem-Solving
Group challenges encourage teamwork, creative thinking, and practical problem-solving skills. These exercises mirror real-world scenarios to help students practice leadership and cooperation.

Passion Project Development
Students will develop a plan for their own passion project so they can leave the program ready to take action and execute something that will help them stand out on their college applications.

Essay Submission and Expert Feedback
Students will have the opportunity to submit their personal statements to Collegewise’s professional editing team. Each student receives in-depth feedback on content, structure, and voice for their first draft, followed by a final proof review to ensure every essay is polished and submission-ready.

Prior to the program, students are asked to submit existing SAT, ACT, or PSAT scores. If students do not have prior scores, Collegewise offers free diagnostic exams. These practice tests simulate real exam conditions and can be taken virtually with live proctoring on Saturday mornings.

Upon completion of this program, students will walk away with:

• Complete Common Application.
• College-Ready Resume highlighting your motivations, strengths, experience & achievements.
• College Interview Skill Development - questions, mock-answers, & skills on how to pivot and highlight your strengths during any college interview.
• A draft of your college essay, reviewed and critiqued by Collegewise professionals.
• A complete personal statement to submit with all of your college applications that showcases who you are, your motivations, achievements and more.
• A personalized, comprehensive list of universities to apply to based on your academic goals and special interests.
• A thorough understanding of the college search and application process.

Whether your teen is aiming for the Ivy League, other private institutions, or small liberal arts colleges, our experts are here to guide your family to a college that's right for them.

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Improve your SAT performance by becoming a better test taker. Learn exclusive strategies in small classroom settings. Your instructor will help you master the test through in-class practice, drills and test reviews. You will better understand math, critical reading and writing concepts tested on the exams and your instructor will teach proven test-taking techniques. In addition to your course, you get the following materials and extras:

• Talented, dynamic instructor and proven methods and strategies
• Diagnostic Exams, with detailed computer analysis of the results
• Course Material and Workbooks

* A supplementary fee of $595 applies for SAT Prep.

This course introduces students to the analysis and interpretation of architecture and urban design as they learn to apply technical sketching methods and render architectural observational drawings. Students will also develop their understanding of the history of architecture and the visionaries who shaped the skyline of Florence.

From learning basic knife skills to creating succulent dishes, if you are a foodie, this course is for you! Whether gourmet entrees or delicious desserts, expert chefs in a beautiful, professional kitchen will inspire and help you develop skills in a hands-on culinary experience. You even get a book full of mouth watering recipes you have helped prepare!

* A supplementary fee of $220 applies.

This introductory course gives you the essential skills to cook confidently and build a foundation for a healthy lifestyle. You'll get hands-on experience, learning everything from basic knife skills and kitchen safety to whipping up delicious and nutritious treats. By the end, you'll not only know how to make smart food choices but you’ll have the skills to fuel your body and impress your family and friends with your creations.

From learning basic knife skills to creating succulent dishes, if you are a foodie, this course is for you! Whether you’re creating gourmet entrées or delicious desserts, this course is guaranteed to make you salivate. Our expert chef will help you develop technical skills in the kitchen in this hands-on culinary experience, where each class focuses on a different theme. You even get to take away a book full of mouth-watering recipes you helped prepare!

* A supplementary fee of $220 applies.

For students with an interest in Italian cooking, classes are interactive and hands-on, and focus on the different aspects of regional food in Italy and the preparation of dishes that distinguish traditional Italian cuisine. During practical cooking lessons, you are introduced to cooking methods, techniques and preparations utilized in Italian cuisine and learn how to use different ingredients to prepare Italian dishes.

* A supplementary fee of $220 applies.

Expert chefs at the Barcelona Cooking School teach you kitchen skills and develop your understanding of Spanish culture as shaped by culinary traditions. In each class, learn about a different region and how to prepare signature dishes, such as Valencian paella and tapas from Catalonia. The contemporary kitchen is located on Barcelona’s famous Las Ramblas, steps from Boqueria Market, one of the most famous food markets in the world.

* A supplementary fee of $220 applies.

Get ready to unleash your imagination and write your own story! This course gives you the tools to explore different types of writing, including fiction, poetry, scripts, and memoirs. Through fun and guided exercises, you'll learn how to build believable characters, create vivid settings, and write powerful dialogue. The focus is on finding your unique voice and turning your ideas into amazing stories, giving you the confidence and skills to become an effective writer.

Capture the city of Barcelona from behind the lens. Learn to frame, light and compose photos in the inspiring surroundings of art, architecture and Spanish culture. The backdrop of Barcelona and all that you will learn culminates in your creation of a portfolio of your work.

*A DSLR or bridge camera with manual functions having at least a 12.0 megapixel sensor is required.

There are few better places to master the art of photography than in the bright and sunny city of L.A. With your digital camera in hand, this photography course will discuss fundamental operations, techniques, and critical vocabulary of digital photography. Students will learn about the camera’s basic and advanced settings in an effort to make beautiful photographs, all while having fun. The class will cover ISO, shutter speed, aperture, white balance, image quality, and compositional methods to help students develop their vision as budding photographers. Two local field trips to the Getty and a traditional darkroom will also be arranged. The course culminates with post-production discussion and demonstration including digital printing and Adobe Photoshop, with each student walking away with at least one print of their best work!

*A DSLR or bridge camera with manual functions having at least a 12.0 megapixel sensor is required.

There are few better places to master the art of photography than Florence. With your smartphone or digital camera in hand, this photography course will teach various digital photography techniques including imaging scanning, color digital printing, printing digital negatives, basic darkroom techniques and Adobe Photoshop. Creativity mixes with practical skills and culminates in an individual final photography project completed by the end of the course.

*A smartphone or a traditional digital camera can be used for this course.

There are few better places to master the art of photography than in the vibrant city of Montreal. With your smartphone or digital camera in hand, this photography course will teach various digital photography techniques including imaging scanning, color digital printing, printing digital negatives, basic darkroom techniques and Adobe Photoshop. Creativity mixes with practical skills and culminates in an individual final photography project completed by the end of the course.

*A DSLR or bridge camera with manual functions having at least a 12.0 megapixel sensor is required.

This course offers you the chance to navigate the artistic process under the mentorship of teachers who will cover drawing, color theory and painting. You will find inspiration from the vibrant city around you, as well as from previous artists who have made Florence the artistic center it is today.

This course examines the city of Florence with themed walks offering a comprehensive approach to the city as an open-air cultural, historical, and artistic research site from its Roman foundation to its contemporary Zeitgeist. Students will learn the history of the city through its art: they will understand how buildings, streets, squares, and monuments can be mapped as living traces of multiple, overlapping layers of a complex past, and how to encode them in their personal appropriation of the city. Starting from learning how to decode the artistic environment of the city and to unveil its traces, both visible and invisible! The course aims at understanding the main social and cultural reasons underlying the existing shape of the city.

Develop an understanding of the cultural revolution of the Renaissance. Through on-site visits, you will become familiar with the Romanesque and Gothic styles in which the first Renaissance painters, sculptors and architects had their roots and from which they were dramatically to diverge. The focus will be on Florentine artists including Donatello, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.

Explore the vibrant city of Montreal through its art scene! Modern artists studied are known for a spirit of political revolt and artistic experimentation and include van Gogh, Picasso, Dalí and Warhol. Students visit the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Contemporary Art and a number of modern galleries.

Develop your creative writing skills by focusing on the genre of travel writing. There’s no better place to do so than in Florence! Students will read and discuss extracts from the great classics of travel writing as well as current travel journalism published in newspapers, magazines, and online. The focus is on developing an individual voice, and honing ideas through revision and drafting. Topics will cover how to write for different audiences and publishing formats. Students will have the opportunity to interact with the journalism activities of Blending, the magazine and newsletter of FUA's (Florence University of The Arts) campus press Ingorda.

Learn what it takes to successfully manage a fashion retail enterprise. Whether you’re trying to open a boutique business or a large-scale store, you’ll soon have the tools to get started! This course offers hands-on experiences working with industry professionals, drafting your own sketches and designs, and sharing new, creative ideas and business solutions for a real fashion enterprise. You’ll contribute to the fast-paced decision making inherent to successful merchandising; foster your own creative fashion solutions; brainstorm with experienced industry professionals; and more! Enjoy site visits to well-known Italian luxury brands in Florence like Ferragamo, Gucci, and Cavalli (companies may change according to availability), and special guest lectures from local prominent emerging designers.

This program is designed to increase your overall fluency through real experiences with American culture. Improve your vocabulary and pronunciation, review proper grammatical structures, and practice your writing skills. Beyond the classroom, guided field trips provide you many opportunities to practice your English in the real world. If attending a university in the USA is one of your future goals, then this is the program for you!

This program is designed to increase your overall fluency through real experiences with American culture. Improve your vocabulary and pronunciation, review proper grammatical structures, and practice your writing skills. Beyond the classroom, guided field trips provide you many opportunities to practice your English in the real world. If attending a university in the USA is one of your future goals, then this is the program for you!

* A supplementary fee of $220 applies.

Did you know Montreal is the second largest primarily French-speaking city in the world after Paris? Separate course levels from beginner to advanced are offered. Attention is given to grammar, vocabulary, reading and writing with the primary goal of enhancing your verbal skills. You will have many opportunities to practice French in this incredible city.

* A supplementary fee of $220 applies.

Develop your conversational, reading and writing skills. An equal focus is given to grammatical structures, vocabulary and conversational skills. Vocabulary is intended to engage in simple, but useful, everyday conversations to enhance and support your Italian experience.

While attention is given to grammar, vocabulary, reading and writing, the main emphasis and goal is enhancing your verbal skills. We don’t just want you to know Spanish, we want you to be able to use it.

*Open to students of all levels of Spanish, from beginner to advanced.

The city of Barcelona becomes your classroom while immersing yourself in “out-of-the-class” language activities (rather than formal classes) under the guidance of a Spanish teacher. Participate in real life Spanish interactions such as bargaining at a local market, interviewing local community leaders and other fun, learning activities.

* Open to students with at least two years of previous Spanish study.

This interactive course combines an introduction to the framework of the U.S. legal system with an exploration of special topics in public policy and legal debate. Students will explore the legal foundations of political decision-making by participating in discussions, case studies, evidence-based exercises, and simulations. Learn about the scope of laws, how they evolve, and apply these lessons to current legal debates.

Dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and explore how machines can predict your preferences. Learn how to create recommendation systems by leveraging AI algorithms and Python. By the end of the course, you will have built a recommendation system and smart, interactive chatbot, ready to apply your skills in the real world.

What You'll Learn

• Write basic concepts of coding with Python
• Understand how recommendation systems work by exploring collaborative filtering and content-based recommendation techniques
• Understand the Machine Learning Lifecycle, from gathering and cleaning data to training and testing models
• Understand how machine learning algorithms, like Surprise, are used in real-world applications
• Discover how to connect APIs that leverage LLMs to make your chatbot more conversational

Final Project
For your final project, you will build a recommendation system and an interactive chatbot that integrates machine learning and large language models. The recommendation system will be built using Python and the Surprise library, leveraging real-world data such as the MovieLens 100K dataset. The interactive chatbot will be developed using a pre-built Discord bot template, which you will customize to provide personalized recommendations within a Discord server.

Prerequisite
This course is designed for learners interested in the growing field of Artificial Intelligence. No prior programming experience is required, although having a curiosity for coding and a desire to understand AI concepts will enhance your experience.

Laptop Needed
Windows 10+ or macOS 13+, 2.5 GHz+ Intel/AMD processor, 8 GB+ RAM.

Dive into the world of deep learning and neural networks, exploring their architecture and training methodologies. Learn to use frameworks like PyTorch to build and train models for tasks like image classification, text generation, and more. By the end of the course, you'll develop an AI-powered "brain" that can perform advanced recognition and classification tasks.

What You'll Learn

• Learn the foundations of deep learning, understanding how neural networks mimic the brain's processes to solve complex problems.
• Dive deep into the architecture of neural networks, understanding layers, nodes, and the processes behind training a model.
• Get hands-on experience with PyTorch, a powerful deep learning framework, as you learn to create, train, and optimize your models.
• Explore how neural network's handle images and text, with real-world applications like handwritten digit recognition, image classification, or text generation.
• Master the process of training neural networks, tuning hyperparameters, and optimizing models to achieve high accuracy.

Final Project
For your final project, you will build an AI-powered "brain" capable of recognizing handwritten digits, classifying images, or generating text. Using PyTorch, you will train and optimize your model to perform these tasks and demonstrate its capabilities by applying it to real-world datasets.

Prerequisite 
This course is ideal for students interested in deep learning, neural networks, and artificial intelligence. No prior experience is required, though a curiosity for AI and coding will enhance the experience.

Laptop Needed
macOS 13+, Intel processor or Apple Silicon, 8GB+ RAM

Experience the world of forensic science through hands-on training exercises and theoretical lessons. Examine CSI procedures along with forensic anthropology, biology and bloodstain pattern analysis. A scenario is staged and you work in investigative teams to identify, collect and interpret the evidence before you act as a forensic expert witness and testify in a mock-court setting.

Experience the world of forensic science through hands-on training exercises and theoretical lessons. Examine CSI procedures along with forensic anthropology, biology and bloodstain pattern analysis. A scenario is staged and you work in investigative teams to identify, collect and interpret the evidence before you act as a forensic expert witness and testify in a mock-court setting.

Experience the world of a crime scene investigator. This hands-on course plunges you into the thrilling world of forensic science. You'll examine CSI procedures and dive into forensic anthropology, biology, and bloodstain pattern analysis. Working in investigative teams, you'll be assigned a staged crime scene where you'll get to identify, collect, and interpret the evidence. The final challenge: you’ll step into the role of a forensic expert witness and testify in a mock court.

Learn the skills to assess and strengthen cybersecurity defenses, equipping you with the tools to protect digital environments against emerging threats. Through this course, you'll explore tools and tactics used by professional hackers, including how to conduct vulnerability assessments, perform penetration testing, and implement robust security measures. You'll not only think like a hacker but also apply these skills to safeguard organizations and individuals from cyber threats.

What You'll Learn 

• Gain a deep understanding of the principles of cybersecurity, including how threats emerge and how to defend against them.
• Discover the tools and methods that ethical hackers use to exploit vulnerabilities and how they can be applied for defense.
• Learn how to identify potential security flaws within networks, applications, and systems through comprehensive vulnerability assessments.
• Conduct simulated attacks to assess the security of systems, exploring how penetration testing helps identify weaknesses before they can be exploited.
• Develop and implement strategies to counter cyber threats and protect systems from malicious attacks.

Final Project
For your final project, you will step into the role of an ethical hacker by conducting a full vulnerability assessment and penetration test on a simulated network environment. Using the tools and techniques you've learned, you'll uncover vulnerabilities, deploy countermeasures, and fortify the network against potential threats, ensuring it is protected from cyberattacks.

Prerequisite
This course is ideal for students curious about cybersecurity and ethical hacking. No prior coding or cybersecurity experience is required, though an interest in problem-solving and technology will help you get the most out of the course.

Laptop Needed
macOS 13+, Intel processor or Apple Silicon, 8GB+ RAM

Master the fundamental concepts of game development and transform your ideas into reality using industry-leading tools and processes. Through this course, you will gain the essential knowledge and skills to create your own engaging games using Unity and C# scripting.

What You'll Learn

• Learn the basics of using Unity, one of the most popular game development platforms, to create interactive and immersive games.
• Understand the principles of object-oriented programming as you learn how to write scripts in C# to control game mechanics.
• Build characters that move and interact with the game environment by implementing collision detection.
• Enhance your game with visual effects, realistic lighting, and sound to create an engaging and immersive experience.

Final Project
Build your own maze game with the theme of your choice. You’ll add challenges for a character to dodge enemies, navigate through obstacles, and reach the goal, creating an exciting and interactive gaming experience.

Prerequisite
This course is designed for students who want to learn game development. No prior coding or game design experience is required, though an interest in gaming and problem-solving will enhance the experience.

Laptop Needed
Windows 10+ or macOS 13+, 2.5 GHz+ processor, 8 GB+ RAM (16 GB recommended).

Master the fundamental concepts of game development and transform your ideas into reality using industry-leading tools and processes. Through this course, you will gain the essential knowledge and skills to create your own engaging games using Unity and C# scripting.

What You'll Learn 

• Learn the basis of Unity, one of the most popular game development platforms, to create interactive and immersive games.
• Understand the principles of object-oriented programming as you learn how to write scripts in C# to control game mechanics.
• Build characters that move and interact with the game environment by implementing collision detection.
• Enhance your game with visual effects, realistic lighting, and sound to create an engaging and immersive experience.

Final Project 
Build your own maze game with the theme of your choice. You'll add challenges for a character to dodge enemies, navigate through obstacles, and reach the goal, creating an exciting and interactive gaming experience.

Prerequisite
This course is designed for students who want to learn game development. No prior coding or game design experience is required, though an interest in gaming and problem-solving will enhance the experience.

Laptop Needed
Windows 10+ or macOS 13+, 2.5 GHz+ processor, 8 GB+ RAM (16 GB recommended).

Ever wonder how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way we work, play and think? This interactive course will show you how. You'll dive into the world of AI and learn how to use it as a powerful tool to boost your creativity, problem-solving, and schoolwork. We'll focus on hands-on applications, from brainstorming ideas for a project and improving your writing with AI tools, to creating digital art, and exploring how AI works behind the scenes in powering apps and games. Get ready to use AI to build, create, and innovate.

You can make a real difference to local communities in Montreal. Projects may include working with youth and families, sorting through donations for families in need, as well as serving meals to the homeless. A letter of completion recognizing the hours of service and detailing the projects accomplished will be issued after the summer. Westcoast Connection is a Certifying Organization for the President’s Volunteer Service Award.

Perform meaningful service in the communities in and around LA as a course option. Projects are finalized in the spring and currently planned is several days working with the children at a youth club. A letter recognizing the hours of service and detailing the projects accomplished will be issued after the summer. We are a Certifying Organization for the President’s Volunteer Service Award.

For more than fifty years, Barcelona’s Martí- Codolar Youth Center has been providing disadvantaged children, young people and families a place to participate in educational and recreational programs after school and during the summer. You can make a real difference by facilitating programs, games, computer education and English classes for these children.

21-day and 28-day program: a certificate for 27 hours of community service will be provided. 14-day program: a certificate for 17 hours of community service will be provided.

Students learn to understand differing worldviews that stem from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. You will appreciate the shifting international balance of power; which regions assert hegemony in our time and in the future. Develop your understanding of how conflicts arise and modern issues of global concern.

Building effective communication skills are critical factors for future careers and everyday life. Learn essential skills including how to navigate difficult conversations, build trust, manage emotional reactions, negotiate solutions, and foster stronger relationships through clear, respectful dialogue. Through engaging activities, group discussions, and real-life scenarios, students gain the tools to tackle any conversation head-on and emerge with solutions that benefit everyone involved.

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop debate skills and an understanding of the fundamentals of competitive discourse. Through project work and live debate competitions, develop critical thinking, research and presentation skills. 

In a shifting landscape of journalism, find out how to adapt and prepare news to be broadcast in print and through digital outlets. Journalism abides by professional standards for gathering, processing, and disseminating information. Learn about these standards as you analyze selected pieces of news and apply strategies to write powerful stories that capture an audience. Hone your online and interviewing skills, sharpen your ability to write effectively, and deliver messages in your stories that will resonate with your readers.

Tom Peters, leadership author of ‘’In Search of Excellence’’ and nicknamed the ‘’Red Bull’’ of management thinking, wrote ‘’Success in business today is 15% technology and 85% Emotional Intelligence.” If this is true, what better way is there to prepare you for college and a future career than to improve your Emotional Intelligence skills? This course has been designed to increase your understanding of emotional intelligence and will empower you to use E.I. to increase your self-confidence, and guide your thinking and behavior. Using experiential exercises, discussions and group collaboration you will learn how to define personal goals and how to leverage your skills, knowledge and experience to create success in new situations both personally and professionally.

Get ready to find your voice and own the room. This hands-on course is all about helping you become a confident and creative communicator. Whether you're presenting a project in class, posting on social media, or just talking in a group, you'll learn how to express your ideas clearly and with passion. Through fun, interactive exercises, you'll practice public speaking, overcome mental blocks, and receive personalized feedback to help you shine. By the end, you'll have a major boost in self-confidence that will help you in every part of your life.

Unlock the secrets of the human mind. This course introduces you to the fascinating world of psychology, from how we think to why we feel the way we do. You'll dive into topics like understanding your own emotions, why your brain sometimes plays tricks on you, and how to improve your memory. Through discussions, films, and fun activities, you'll also explore big topics like mental health and why people form stereotypes. It's a chance to learn about yourself and the world around you in a whole new way.

Ever wonder what it takes to become an inspiring leader? This dynamic and interactive course gives you the tools to influence others and get things done. You’ll learn how to communicate clearly, solve problems on the fly, and resolve conflicts like a pro. Through fun, hands-on activities, you'll discover how to build trust with your peers, inspire others to follow your lead, and make a real difference in any group you're a part of. Get ready to build your confidence and become the kind of leader everyone looks up to.

This hands-on course of workshops helps students become comfortable, confident and masterful presenters. The principles presented apply to business settings as well as other activities in daily life. Learn to focus, prepare and deliver a presentation. Students make brief presentations, receive constructive feedback and personal coaching to help them overcome emotional and mental blocks.

This hands-on course of workshops helps students become comfortable, confident and masterful presenters. The principles presented apply to business settings as well as other activities in daily life. Learn to focus, prepare and deliver a presentation. Students make brief presentations, receive constructive feedback and personal coaching to help them overcome emotional and mental blocks.

Take your place in the courtroom and argue your first case. This hands-on course gives you a front-row seat to the legal world, where you'll step into the roles of lawyers, witnesses, judges, and jurors. You’ll learn what it's like to build a case, present a powerful argument, cross-examine a witness, and deliver a verdict. It’s a fun, practical way to develop crucial skills in logic, public speaking, and debate that will help you confidently present your ideas in a classroom or in everyday life.

A “field trip” around Montreal to learn about the French-Canadian culture that makes this city so unique. Explore the “Place des Festivals”, the historic Old Montreal with its 17th century cobblestone streets, and the city’s Mount Royal Park which was designed by the same designer as New York’s Central Park. Uncover multiple museums and artistic venues. Discover Montreal’s unique culinary experience and indulge in their famous poutine and smoked meat.

This course introduces basic concepts in psychology including behavioral, cognitive and clinical psychology. Through the use of discussion, film and in-class activities, explore topics such as how to improve emotional intelligence, limitations in perception, cognitive distortions and how to improve memory. Other topics included are mental illness, stereotyping and prejudice.

This course introduces basic concepts in psychology including behavioral, cognitive and clinical psychology. Through the use of discussion, film and in-class activities, explore topics such as how to improve emotional intelligence, limitations in perception, cognitive distortions and how to improve memory. Other topics included are mental illness, stereotyping and prejudice.

This course introduces basic concepts in psychology including behavioral, cognitive and clinical psychology. Through the use of discussion, film and in-class activities, explore topics such as how to improve emotional intelligence, limitations in perception, cognitive distortions and how to improve memory. Other topics included are mental illness, stereotyping and prejudice.

Climate change, bans on religious freedoms, racial injustice, gender-based violence… the list of human rights violations, and social and ecological injustices are seemingly endless in the world around us.  Join this forum on social justice and human rights where we will explore a number of topics through a systems-thinking lens to examine why and how unequal distributions of rights and freedoms manifest.  We will also consider our personal identities, positions and power within these systems challenging our ideas of how to make positive social change in the world in which we live. This forum will involve participant discussion.

This dynamic, workshop-style course empowers students to find their voice and communicate confidently and creatively. Whether speaking in class, on social media, or in a group setting, students will learn to craft and deliver communications that not only impress but also inspire. With a focus on building confidence and charisma, participants will develop skills to connect authentically with their audience and express themselves naturally and persuasively. Through interactive exercises, they’ll practice public speaking, overcome mental blocks, and receive personalized feedback and coaching. The course will leave them equipped to present ideas with clarity, passion, and a boost in self-confidence that extends into all aspects of life.

Enjoy access to the Canricart Fitness Center. Plan a workout regimen including weight training and cardio to help meet your fitness goals.

Plan your workout regimen including weight training and cardio to help meet your fitness goals.

Want to hang ten and ride the waves like a pro? This course heads to Santa Monica Beach where you learn how to improve balance and technique and perfect your form in no time. All levels of ability are welcome.

* A supplementary fee of $220 applies.

Choosing the right college for your academic and personal interests is the first step in the application process. It requires careful research and self-evaluation. This interactive workshop provides you with tools and resources to help you develop a list of criteria integral in choosing appropriate colleges. Explore the basic elements of the college application and learn the ins and outs of the Common Application. Develop your academic/co-curricular profile, learn how to craft a high caliber application and set up your timeline for completion of applications, supplements and essays.

Explore different essay topics and strategies to write a proper admission essay that distinguishes you. As one of the top qualitative measures in the admissions process, your personal essay is an integral part of your application. As a critical aspect of your first impression to an admissions officer, the essay is an opportunity for you to share your stories, adding greater depth and dimension to your application. This workshop includes an overview of fundamental writing skills using real examples of college essays. The focus is on practical tips for writing a great college essay, including finding your voice, brainstorming essay ideas, understanding the prompts, focusing on a theme and the importance of editing and proofreading.