Summer 2026 Course Offerings

Summer Geometry – This course is intended to accelerate the curricular progression for rising sophomores. This course is by invitation only; a student must have excelled as a freshman in Intermediate Algebra or Algebra, and must have shown the requisite level of mathematical fluency and ability to be considered for enrollment by the Department. A student must enroll in Honors Precalculus as a sophomore following successful completion of the course.

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Mr. Bill Whalen
Session & Class Time: Session 1, 9 am - 12 pm

Spanish 2 – This summer Spanish course is designed for students interested in fulfilling their modern language requirement ahead of schedule. It is an intensive, fast-paced course that will reinforce and build upon the language skills acquired in Spanish I. Students will develop the ability to tell stories in the past and make predictions about the future, while also learning to communicate about a variety of foundational topics, including students' homes and communities, their childhood experiences, events taking place in the news, and the world of technology. The main goal of this course is to develop a higher proficiency of communication skills in the Spanish language. Students will also deepen their understanding of the rich cultural traditions of Spanish-speaking countries. (Prerequisite: Spanish 1 or Honors Spanish 1)

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Mr. Matt Fitzgibbons
Session & Class Time: Session 2, 9 am - 12 pm

Latin I - Incoming freshmen with some experience in Latin and advanced sophomores may accelerate their progression through the Classics requirement by taking summer Latin I. This class covers the same material as Latin I in the academic year, but at a faster pace, combining the study of grammar, vocabulary, and translation. The summer class allows students to take AP Latin in their sophomore or junior year, creating flexibility in scheduling for upperclassmen. Students will leave Latin I prepared for Latin II or honors Latin II during the school year. 

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Dr. George Hendren
Session & Class Time: Session 2, 9 am - 12 pm

Latin 2 - This course covers all of the same material as the course during the school year, but at a faster and more dedicated pace.  This class is perfect for sophomores in Latin I who find that they really enjoy the material, or freshmen who want to speed up their progress through the departmental progression.  It should be noted that Advanced Placement Latin is the fourth year course; any student who starts Latin as a sophomore can only reach the AP level by taking a summer course. Like Latin I, Latin II combines the study of grammar, vocabulary, and translation. The summer class allows the student to pull off the proverbial band-aid of grammar and vocabulary and move more quickly into high level material. By focusing on five weeks of rigorous study, the student can move directly into Latin III – a translation, culture, and history based course. 

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Dr. George Hendren
Session & Class Time: Session 2, 1 pm - 4 pm

Algebra 2 Bridge Class – This is a math academic support course, meant to help rising juniors prepare for the Algebra 2 curriculum. Designed for students who struggled in both Algebra 1 and Geometry, this course aims to give students the skills and confidence to be successful in the junior and senior year math curricula, as well as on the important standardized tests taken in those years. This course will run for four weeks, from 7/13 to 8/7; class will meet for synchronous sessions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with Tuesday and Thursday reserved for independent student work. This course is for enrichment only and no grade or credit will be assigned.

Cost: $1500
Instructor: Mr. John DeCaro
Session & Class Time: Session 2 (final four weeks), 9 am - 12 pm

Geometry Bridge Class - This is a math academic support course, meant to help rising sophomores prepare for the Geometry curriculum. Designed for students who struggled in Algebra, this course aims to give students the skills and confidence to be successful in the sophomore year curriculum and beyond. This course will run for four weeks, from 7/13 to 8/7; class will meet for synchronous sessions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with Tuesday and Thursday reserved for independent student work. This course is for enrichment only and no grade or credit will be assigned.

Cost: $1500
Instructor: Mr. John DeCaro
Session & Class Time: Session 2 (final four weeks), 1 - 4 pm

Theology II –  This summer Theology course is designed for rising sophomores who would greatly benefit from increased flexibility in their school-year schedule. The course will serve as an introduction to the Bible. Students will examine its formation, history, content, and relevance, both in a historical and contemporary context. In this course, students will actually examine the Biblical text in an attempt to discover who wrote the stories, why these stories were written, how the stories have been redacted, what is the deeper meaning of these texts, and how are these stories relevant today.

This summer class covers the academic coursework of Theology II, but students are still expected to be in contact with the teacher throughout the school year, during which time additional spiritual components of the course (e.g., service reflections) will be completed. (Prerequisite: Theology I and approval of both the Academic Dean and Theology Chair)

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Mr. Patrick Fitzgerald
Session & Class Time: Session 1, 9 am - 12 pm

Theology III –  This summer Theology course is designed for rising juniors who would greatly benefit from increased flexibility in their school-year schedule. The course will focus on Christian ethics, both personal and social. Students will engage the questions of what it means to be virtuous and how to make ethical decisions by drawing on the classical philosophical traditions, social psychology, and the Christian spirituality. Through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching, students will also examine what it means to live a faith that does justice.

This summer class covers the academic coursework of Theology III, but students are still expected to be in contact with the teacher throughout the school year, during which time additional spiritual components of the course (e.g., service reflections) will be completed. (Prerequisite: Theology II and approval of both the Academic Dean and Theology Chair)

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Mr. Wes Matthews
Session & Class Time: Session 1, 9 am - 12 pm

Honors Physics - This course serves as an introduction to trigonometry based Physics, covering one and two dimensional kinematics, Newton’s Laws, energy, momentum and rotation.  This course covers the content typically seen in the first semester of college Physics, and serves as a solid foundation for students interested in later taking AP Physics C at Prep.  Given the advanced pace of the class, the ideal student is familiar with trigonometry coming into the class.  Please contact Science Department Chair Mr. Fenfert with any questions.

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Mr. Tom Fenfert
Session & Class Time: Session 1, 9 am - 12 pm

Honors Chemistry - Honors Chemistry is a rigorous introductory chemistry course. The class will emphasize an understanding of the microscopic basis for why macroscopic phenomena occur rather than memorization of the phenomena themselves. Honors Chemistry will also demand greater dexterity with mathematics and problem solving than regular Chemistry. The course will develop students’ ability to reason critically and scientifically, to justify claims with evidence, and to effectively communicate their ideas.  The summer administration of this course does not fulfill a student’s second-year Science requirement; each student must continue on to another science course in the following year.     

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Dr. Ramon Tusell
Session & Class Time: Session 2, 9 am - 12 pm

US History - This is a classic survey course in United States History. This course provides a foundation for a sophisticated appreciation of the history of the United States, with the aim of analyzing the American experience from the settlement of the colonies through the mid-to-late 20th century. Historical thinking skills will be developed through a mixture of lecture-discussion, small group conversations, group work, individual projects, writing assignments and class presentations.

The course is reading intensive and will emphasize expository writing skills based on primary and secondary sources. In addition, an emphasis on understanding contemporary issues is a hallmark of the course. This course will cover the same content as a full-year US History course at Prep.

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Mr. Dacque Tirado
Session & Class Time: Session 2, 9 am - 12 pm

Summer Precalculus – This non-credit course is intended to afford rising seniors an opportunity to accelerate the curricular progression. This course is by invitation only; a student must have a record of strong performance in prior math classes, including but not limited to Algebra 2/Trigonometry and must have shown the requisite level of mathematical fluency and ability to be considered for enrollment by the Department. The course includes both a synchronous instructional component (available in both in-person and online formats) as well as asynchronous independent work. Course placement (into either AP Calculus AB, Applied Calculus or Precalculus) for senior year is determined by the student’s performance on the mandatory final exam.

Cost: $1000
Instructor: Mrs. Valerie Franck & Mrs. Michelle Huang
Session & Class Time: Course runs weekly throughout summer; contact instructors for schedule

Piano Lab – Piano Lab is a hands-on, beginner-friendly course designed to introduce students to functional piano skills. Through group instruction, guided practice, and individual feedback, students will learn to read music, play with both hands, understand basic harmony, and perform short pieces. No prior piano experience is required. The course emphasizes musical literacy, coordination, listening, and confidence, and supports the broader goals of music education at Georgetown Prep.

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Dr. Rizgar Ismael
Session & Class Time: Session 2, 9 am - 12 pm

Guitar Lab – Guitar Lab is a group guitar class open to students of all experience levels. The course introduces fundamental guitar technique, basic music reading, chordal playing, and ensemble skills through hands-on daily practice. Students develop musicianship through individual and group performance while learning to read and interpret standard musical notation and chord symbols. The course is designed to accommodate both beginning and continuing guitarists. Instruction emphasizes practical musicianship, ensemble playing, and steady technical development. At its core, this is an applied music class that incorporates ensemble playing. 

Cost: $2000
Instructor: Dr. Rizgar Ismael
Session & Class Time: Session 2, 1 pm - 4 pm