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Summer High School Prep for New Freshmen

2025 Summer Freshmen High School Preparation (HSP)


These courses are for incoming freshmen students who are recommended or required to attend as indicated on their acceptance letters or any incoming freshman who wishes to brush up on his skills.  HSP classes will focus on developing the skills that will prepare students for the rigors of freshman-year coursework. The courses will be offered in math, English (reading and writing), and study skills. Classes will be in person at Central Catholic High School. Our goal is to provide incoming freshmen with the opportunity to experience and familiarize themselves with the Central Catholic learning environment, facilitating a smooth transition and increased opportunity for success.



Please use this link to register for HSP - Incoming 9th Graders


Registration

CALENDAR

  • Dates: Wednesday, June 4 - Thursday, June 26, 2025
  • No school on Thursday, June 19. 

TIMES

  • Session 1: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Session 2: 10:10 AM - 11:10 AM
  • Session 3: 11:20 AM - 12:20 PM

COST

$0


COURSE DESCRIPTIONS


High School Prep Math (No Credit Course):

This course is designed to develop the skills necessary to be successful in a high school Algebra 1 or geometry course. 


High School Prep English (No Credit Course):

This course is designed to help students develop their reading comprehension and writing skills to help them succeed in all their classes. Students will begin the reading of at least one of their summer reading assignments. 


High School Prep Study Skills (No Credit Course):

This course is designed to help students develop effective strategies that will enable them to achieve academic success. The class will cover a variety of topics such as time management, study habits, and test preparation. 




ATTENDANCE


Students should not miss more than 2 days of instruction. If a student is unable to attend class due to illness, please call the attendance office at 210-225-6794 x 203 to report and verify the absence.


BLACKBAUD


Student progress and data (e.g. classroom location, grades, schedule) can be found in our Blackbaud portal. 


SUPPLIES


Students should bring a 3-subject spiral notebook, binder, pens, and pencils. Additional supplies may be requested by the teacher on the first day of class.


FOOD

Food services will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring snacks that do not require cooking or heating to eat during breaks. There are a limited number of microwaves available in the cafeteria. 

 DRESS CODE


  • The dress code for summer is casual; however, clothing must be neat, clean, and in good taste.
  • No hats, caps, or swim trunks are allowed.
  • Shorts, jeans, and pants are allowed but must be in good condition. Shorts more than three inches below the knees are not allowed. Athletic shorts are not permitted.
  • Only collared shirts are allowed (any logos must not go against Christian or Central Catholic values).
  • Closed shoes must be worn at all times. They may be tennis shoes, topsiders, or dock shoes and may be worn with or without socks. No sandals. 
  • Hair should not cover the ear, eyebrows, or collar. High and tight/military styles allowed.
  • Hair must be its natural color.
  • Unacceptable hairstyles include but are not limited to: tails, streaked, patterned, lined, spiked, extreme bi-level, shaggy, trendy Mohawk hairstyles, or shaved heads.
  • All hairstyles are subject to the discretion of the Dean of Students.
  • Faces are to be clean-shaven at all times.
  • Sideburns should be no longer than the middle of the ear.

Students who do not conform to dress standards will be suspended from class until appropriate attire can be brought to them.


Please use this link to acknowledge that both you and your son understand the dress code policy and agree to abide by it during summer school.