Returning Students Form

SUMMER 2014 RETURNING STUDENT APPLICATION

We look forward to an exciting term, and hope to enrich your academic experience and watch you improve your skills with all of our planned activities. Are you joining us for the Summer 2014 semester at Baruch College STEP Academy?

Yes _________ J No __________ L

Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Cell phone #: _____________________________ Home phone #: _____________________________

High School: _______________________________________________ Graduation Year: _______________

SAT (total): _______ CR: _______ Math: _______ Writing: _______ GPA: ______

Email Address: ____________________________________________________________________________

Parent Name: ______________________________ Parent Email: ______________________________

STUDENT AGREEMENT

I, __________________________________________ (full name), agree to participate in the Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) at Baruch College. As a participant, I will attend the activities as scheduled, I will arrive on time, and I will put forth my best effort as a participant. I understand that continued participation in STEP requires a commitment that I attend the program sessions regularly and on time. I will accept tutoring by the STEP staff, will cooperate with instructors, tutors, and administrative staff, and will participate in field trips, seminars, and other events. I understand that students are allowed no more than two absences in the summer. Once a student is removed from the program, the only way to rejoin will be through a scheduled interview with the director before the following semester.

Signature of Student _______________________________________________________ Date: ___________

Deadline to submit applications & course selection sheets: May 10, 2014

Please return this form to: Brian Kane, Director

Baruch College STEP Academy

55 Lexington Avenue, B5-237

New York, NY 10010

Fax: (646) 312-4299

SUMMER 2014 COURSE SELECTION SHEET

Full Name _______________________________________________________ Fall 2014 Grade Level: __________________

All Day Class Tracks (9:30am – 2pm):

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___ Track 1: Earth and Physical Science 7th & 8th Grades For the first two weeks, students will create a 12X12 inch 2 model of a biome of the student’s choosing. Before the construction portion of the project, students will collectively research and brainstorm about the characteristics of the 5 major biomes. For the last half of the class students will focus on electricity and electronics with a focus on learning how to use basic electrical tools to construct projects.

___ Track 2: Engineering Principles of Bridges 9th & 10th Grades

This course involves trips to Central Park and the Brooklyn Bridge to study the architecture and engineering of the bridges and arches. Mathematical concepts will be explored and applied to build several structures that will be field tested for stability and practicality. The class will culminate in prototype bridges that will be tested for usability, strength and aesthetic grace. The class will be a synthesis of engineering bridges that incorporates literature, art and NYC history.

___ Track 3: Research Methods for the Social Sciences 10th & 11th Grades

Students will develop knowledge and skills in psychological research, including hypothesis development, research design, data analysis, and scientific writing. Students will be expected to research a specific topic, independently or within a group, for the entire month. After research and data collection, the students work will culminate in posters that will be presented at the end of the class and continue with upcoming conferences throughout the year.

___ Track 4: Biological Systems 11th & 12th Grades

This intensive, exploratory general science course will expose students to the fields of anatomy, biology, environmental science and ecology as well as the economic and political influences on biological systems. Students will perform laboratory experiments, attend various field trips throughout the city and participate in group and individual project presentations. Guest speakers from various scientific fields will periodically speak with the students about obtaining careers in science.

Deadline for applications & course selection sheets: May 10, 2014

REMINDER:

The STEP Academy Summer 2014 Program is in session ONLY ON Mondays through Thursdays from July 7th through July 31st from 9:30am-2pm.

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