​Cyprus Gifted Academy 
 Summer Program

​Online  & Synchronous
Ability-Based Learning
for gifted K-8 students

​Classes, 1-1 Classes & Tutoring, and Comprehensive Summer Program for ages 3-14
Students may enroll from anywhere!
Cyprus Academy is now able to serve gifted children from great distances with its one-of-a-kind, ability-based gifted program.
Cyprus Classical Academy has outdone nearly every other K-8 school program during COVID-19 by offering 100% of its online program synchronously.  Students completed the 2020 school year by receiving daily, direct instruction from their teachers and retained their school schedule during distance learning while working in lots of physical activity, classwork, and projects away from the screen.  

Cyprus Classical Academy's online summer program will offer the same, quality, online, synchronous learning throughout the summer.  Students may enroll in the full summer-school program, or choose individual classes.

Summer Program  Details

Mission
Cyprus Academy is offering its online summer program to any gifted  student who wants to keep learning over the summer. We believe in allowing academic progression at a pace that aligns with children's ability and motivation. 

We seek to reach as many gifted children as possible with our online summer classes, delivering synchronous individualized support and learning at a level and pace commensurate with their high abilities.

​​Admssions Criteria
Each class description will note prerequisites as applicable.  Parents are asked to make the decision of whether a class is at an appropriate level for their child.

Orientation
There will be a Zoom Orientation Meeting  for parents and students on Friday, June 5th at 6:00 p.m. During this orientation, we will show and explain how to find and access classes as well as how to submit work.  We will also cover information regarding much-used features of Zoom including screen sharing, audio, video, and chat.  We will share what Academy teachers have learned about how to help our youngest students easily access everything they need without requiring much adult assistance. 

​​Classes
Most classes span the entire 10-week summer program.  However, some classes are divided into 3 sessions that do not build upon each other, and classes may be added to later sessions throughout the summer.
Free Zoom Meet-Ups
All students ages 3-14 enrolled in any summer online class or program will automatically be enrolled in our Zoom Meet-Ups for their age group. These meet-ups will offer structured "ice-breakers" and games to facilitate community building, socializing with peers, and making new friends. 
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Ability-Based Education
Our curricula takes both age and ability into consideration.  Please make sure your child fits both categories for enrollment. If you are unable to find a category that matches both, please contact admin@cyprusclassicalacademy for assistance placing your child.
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Technology Requirements
The following is required
  • A reliable, high-speed internet connection. 
  • Students may use any device that has a microphone and camera.
  • The ability to scan documents and e-mail them.
​The following is recommended for the optimum experience:
  • PC, Laptop, Apple Computer, or iPad
  • A device with a touchscreen (either in addition to the main device, or the main device itself.)
  • Reliable Printer
  • Phone with a scanner app.

Cyprus Gifted Academy   Summer Program

Comprehensive Summer-School Program

Early Learning Levels
Ages 5-7
Each student enrolled in the full summer-school program will be enrolled in the following:
  • Rise & Shine Music & Movement
  • 5-days of one-on-one reading & math instruction by the Assistant Director of Cyprus Gifted Academy's Early Learning program.
  • Color My World (3-5y) or Art Outside the Lines (5-7y)
  • Creatures Great and Small Science
  • Chinese Language Class (or 2-days private tutoring for more advanced levels)
3rd Grade through High School Levels
Ages 5+
Each student enrolled in the full summer-school program will be enrolled in the following:
  • Morning Stretch & Yoga
  • Levels 3rd grade through Pre-Algebra: one-on-one instruction M,W,F OR  Algebra 1 and above: high school math class 
  • Literature Class: The Bookworm Adventure, Pageturners, or A Novel Bunch
  • Paintbox Art (8-10y) OR Beginning/Intermediate Art (10+y)
  • Chinese one-on-one instruction: 2 days/week 

Summer -  Online  & Synchronous 
Overview of Class Offerings

Early Learning  
Ages: 3-7
Levels: K-2
  • ​Rise & Shine: Music & Movement (Parents encouraged to participate); Ages 5-7; M,T,W,Th,F;  9:00-9:30 a.m.
  • One-on-one K-2 (ability-level) reading and math instruction; Ages 3-7; Choice of Reading and/or Math; 2, 3, or 5 days/week
  • Art Outside the Lines: Art Class; Ages 5-7; M,W; 9:30-10:00
  • Color My World: Art Class (Parent partner required); Ages 3-5; M,W, 10:30- 11:00
  • Creatures Great and Small: Science Class (Parents encouraged to participate); Ages 3-5 (T,Th 10:30-11:00); Ages 5-7 (T,Th 9:30-10:00)
  • Chinese Language Class; Ages 3-7 (Beginning Level); M,W,Th,F; 11:00-11:30
  • RPG Club; Ages 5-8; Wednesdays 3:00-4:00
Elementary/Middle
Ages: 5-10
Levels: Grades 3-8
  • Morning Stretch & Yoga (Parent partners are free!); Ages 8+; M,T,W,Th,F; 8:30-9:00 a.m.
  • One-on-One Grade 3-Pre-Algebra Goal-Oriented and Ability-Based Instruction; Ages 5-11; Sign up for time slot; Choice of 2 or 3 days/week
  • The Bookworm Adventure: Literature Club - Reading Level 3rd-5th; Ages 5-7; Wednesdays 10:00-11:00
  • The Page Turners: Literature Class - Reading Level 5th-7th; Ages 8-10; Thursdays 2:00-3:00 + Special additional meetings
  • The Paintbox Club: Art Class; Ages 8-10; M,W 2:00-3:00
  • RPG Club; Ages 5-8; Wednesdays 3:00-4:00
  • RPG Club; Ages 9+; Mondays 3:00-4:00
  • Chinese Language 1-1 Class; Reading, writing, speaking, 1-1; sign-up for time slot.
Middle/High School
Ages 7-14
Levels: Grades 9-College
  • Accelerated Algebra 1; Prerequisites- Completed Pre-Algebra;  Gifted, motivated learner; M,W,F 9:00-10:30
  • Accelerated Geometry; Prerequisites- Completed Algebra 1 curriculum in good standing;Gifted, motivated learner; M,W,F 9:00-10:30
  • Accelerated Algebra 2; Prerequisites- Completed Algebra 1 and/or High School Geometry; Gifted, motivated learner; M,W,F 9:00-10:30
  • Algebra 1, Part 2, with Extensions; Prerequisites- must have finished 1st half or all of Algebra 1; M,W,F; 10:30-11:30
  • Cryptography with Python; Prerequisites- Must have completed first half of Algebra 1; 4 week session, Tuesdays 6:00-7:00 P.M.
  • One-on-One Goal-Oriented and Ability-Based Instruction; Ages 7-11; Sign up for time slot; Choice of 2 or 3 days/week; Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, A.P. Calculus AB, A.P. Calculus BC, Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations
  • A Novel Bunch; Literature Class; Ages 10-14, High school reading level; Thursdays 10:30-12:30
  • Beginning/Intermediate Art Class; Age 10-Adult; T,Th, 12:30-1:30
  • RPG Club Ages 9+; Mondays 3:00-4:00
All Ages/Family Learning
In the following classes, young and/or inexperienced participants must have an adult partner (at no extra charge).
  • RocketLUNCH w/Dr. Vogt; Fridays from 3:00-5:00; 4 weeks in June and a RocketLUNCH on Saturday, July 4.
  • Chinese Cooking Class with Feng Lao shi; Tuesdays from 10:30-12:30 (Finished just in time for lunch!)
  • Advanced Crafting with Mr. Michael; M,W 12:30-1:30​