During this course, students will create operational technological devices that will involve some entry-level writing of computer code as well as the building of some robotics. Students are led through this experience by an instructor but will be allowed to progress at their individual rates of expertise and levels of interest. Initially, students will begin their work in pairs as they learn the basic skills needed to move forward in this area of study.
1/2 Science Credit Instructors: Cal and Jay Meyers
Snow Sports is a winter term class that is for the student who needs and wants to be outside everyday. We spend every afternoon on the slopes of Crystal Mountain enjoying the beautiful Northern
Michigan winter. This is a great class for those that are experienced skiers and riders as well as those beginners who have the desire to learn. We will head to Crystal Mountain every day right after lunch. This will also be your afternoon activity. We will also be studying about the ski industry, general strength and conditioning and skiing and snowboarding techniques. Students are required to have their own equipment in good working order and wearing a helmet is required. There will be a cost (to be determined based on this season’s prices) that covers your Crystal Mountain season ski pass, transportation to and from the hill and supplemental food costs.
Welcome to Book Club! In this class, we will explore a variety of novels and writings about various themes. You will help create the syllabus with your opinions and input on interesting novels. You can expect to do a lot of enjoyable reading and also engage in thought-provoking discussions about literature with your classmates. You will give book talks to your peers and also listen to
recommendations from your classmates. Your grade will come from a combination of participation, journal responses, book talks, book reviews, and daily work. I hope you will join me in Book Club!
This class will cover a wide range of skills and knowledge. The main goal of the class is to learn as much about the physical science of cold and snow along with the adaptations of plants and animals to living in the highly variable environment of Northwest Michigan. We will also discuss and practice cold weather survival methods and we will be learning and practicing different modes of transportation including snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Math Support will provide the opportunity to redo or reinforce skills in any of our math courses offered during the academic semesters. Students choosing to enroll in Math Support will co-create an individualized plan including goals to be accomplished during Winter Term. Students in the Calculus class who would like to take the AP exams at the end of the school year are also welcome to enroll in this class.
The Leelanau School ignites a passion for learning in a boarding school where students thrive by engaging academically and by celebrating everyone’s unique learning styles in a culture of acceptance, leading to successful and meaningful lives in college and beyond.
