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st. mary’s academy

We believe in ourselves. We believe in changing the world. We believe in pushing

the boundaries—in the adventure, in having fun and finding joy in everything we

do. We believe in the values of our Catholic founders, the Sisters of the Holy Names

of Jesus and Mary. We believe in social justice. We believe in that undefinable

something so much larger than ourselves, the tiny voice, the bolt of lightning. We

believe in brilliance. We believe in becoming. We believe in global citizenship and

stewardship. We believe in nurturing our minds, our bodies and our spirits. We

believe in taking risks. We believe in the artist, the thinker, the dancer, the coder,

the athlete, the servant, the leader—especially the leader.

We believe young women are powerful.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

St. Mary’s Academy admits students of any race, color, nationality or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality or ethnic origin in its administration or policies.

We believe.

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our partners

Adventures Without Limits Summer 2017

Saturday Academy Summer 2017

Adventures Without Limits is a non-profit outdoor adventure program based in Forest

Grove, Oregon. Since 1995, AWL has offered adventure-based activities including sea

kayaking, cross country skiing, rafting, inflatable kayaking, snow-shoeing, snow camping,

canoeing, caving, backpacking, team building and ropes courses, indoor and outdoor rock

climbing, and recumbent biking.

AWL’s mission is to empower people of all ability levels through inclusive outdoor

recreation and educational experiences. They provide participants an opportunity to

get outdoors and experience new activities that will allow them to gain skills, increase

their self-confidence, and increase their ability to work with their peers in a new and

challenging environment.

Saturday Academy strives to engage all motivated young people, including those from

under-represented communities, in hands-on, in-depth learning by connecting them to

community experts as educators and mentors. Our vision is that all interested, pre-college

students in our region will have the opportunity to interact with community experts and

experience professional environments in ways that assist them in developing intellectually

and preparing for rewarding careers.

Saturday Academy’s innovative programs are open to all students in grades 2 through 12.

We value all learning, and offer experiences in many disciplines. We emphasize science,

technology, engineering and math (STEM), because these fields are critical for children’s

careers and their fast pace of change is difficult to address in traditional school settings.

Saturday Academy was founded in 1983, and became an independent 501c3 nonprofit

in 2006. Saturday Academy has provided instruction to more than 170,000 students

throughout Oregon and SW Washington.

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at a glance: middle school

Beginning July 17

Adventures Without Limits:Kayaking

Exploration of Yoga and Mindfulness

The Power and Magic of Photography

Mathematical Globe Trotters

Register online at www.stmaryspdx.org

Pair a class with an AWL Camp for a full day camp experience.

For example:

= Full Camp Week

+

Any Class8:30 - 11:30

AWL12:00 - 4:30

All DayAWL

Mon - Thurs

Fri

TIES

Creative Writing

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Beginning July 24 Beginning July 31

Adventures Without Limits:Rock Climbing

Adventures Without Limits:Multi-Sport

Playwriting and Devising

Exploration of Yoga and Mindfulness

Fashion Focus:Clothing’s Evolution from

the 1920’s to now

Fashion Focus:Clothing’s Evolution from

the 1920’s to now

The Power and Magic of Photography

Study Skillsfor Middle Schoolers

Act Your Heart Out

TIES

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middle school | course description

Beginning July 17

AWL: Kayaking | July 17-21 | Mon-Thurs 11:30am-4:00pm | Fri 8:30am-4:00pm | $300

Exploration of Yoga and Mindfulness | July 17-20 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

The Power and Magic of Photography | July 17-20 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

Learn one of the greatest outdoor activities in the Northwest! Start your week learning about water safety, boats, equipment and the basics of paddling and kayaking. You will become more confident on the water as you spend time padding on the Willamette River and learning rescue techniques. Mid-week you will head out to the Tualatin River where you will observe wildlife, like wood ducks and hooded mergansers, and practice your paddling skills. End your week with a full day of kayaking at one of AWL’s favorite spots, Sauvie Island, playing boat games and relaxing on the water!

This week long camp will guide students in practices designed to become more present, calm their minds, and find acceptance. By incorporating a variety of yoga styles and philosophy, mindfulness, games and some creative arts and crafts, we will learn to look inward and focus on acceptance of ourselves and others. We’ll work toward responding instead of reacting and bringing our best self forward. Most importantly, we will nurture one another and have fun!

Bring your digital camera, iPhone or iPad and journey through the power and magic of photography. We will explore its abilities to freeze time, tell a story, and record life’s fleeting and beautiful moments. During the course, we will look closely and use our imaginations to understand key ideas in photography such as light, gesture, viewpoint, and composition. Through exercises in portrait, still life, landscape and street photography, we will discover the wonder all around us when viewed through a camera lens. We will explore Portland with a city walking adventure and take a trip to the Portland Art Museum to view the work of historical and contemporary photographers. To conclude each student will choose their favorite photograph from the week to include in a class portfolio. Copies will be printed and each student will make a simple book structure to house their copy of the class portfolio.

Instructors: Marianne McCanta

Instructors: Pam Horne

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Geek Chic: Computer Camp for Girls (Grades 6-8) | July 17-21 | Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm | $435

Saturday Academy | Register at www.saturdayacademy.org

Would you like to animate and produce a movie? Construct a robotic pet and direct it to do tricks? Design a video game featuring you and your friends as characters? Join us at Geek Chic! Participate in three classes, taught by female computer scientists, as you learn computer skills while focusing on creative projects. Create an animated film using Alice software including worlds and characters you can manipulate using programming basics such as loops, lists and objects. Design and code your own video game using GameMaker. Learn to control characters, objects and outcomes in your game, add more features and increase the difficulty level. Construct a robotic animal using the LEGO® Mindstorm system and program it to act like a real pet. Make full use of light sensors, rotation sensors and touch sensors to make the interaction with the pets as realistic as possible. Immerse yourself in coding and design along with other girls just like you! Instructors: Brenda Feldhousen, Carol Mahoney, Ashley Loberger

Instructors: Liane Rae

Instructors: Tara Hershberger

Mathematical Globe Trotters | July 17-20 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

This week long class will lead students on journey across the globe, exploring the history of mathematics and looking the ways that different cultures taught and learned mathematics. We will look at how the Ancient Greeks developed geometry, how Arabic mathematicians started algebra, and how the Egyptians built the pyramids. Students should come prepared with pencils, writing utensils, and a TI calculator.Instructors: Mary Clare Metscher

TIES | July 17-20 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

Back by popular demand, Teaching, Integrating and Exploring Science (TIES) introduces participants to the excitement and challenge of “doing” science and applying engineering skills to solving problems. Enjoy working with a high school mentor as you take a hands-on approach to learning science.

Creative Writing | July 17-20 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

In this class, we will stretch our imaginations and refine writing skills with exercises and prompts. We will learn how to create plot and character, how to structure a poem, play or short story, and how to use imagery to make your sentences come to life! There will be a balance between free-writes, structured exercises, and time to share work and respond. Bring ideas and inspiration for stories and themes you want to explore. Learn language skills in a fun and creative way!

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Fashion Focus: Clothing’s Evolution from the 1920’s to now | July 24-27 | Mon-Thurs8:30am-11:30am | $150


Exploration of Yoga and Mindfulness | July 24-27 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

In this course, we will look at how fashions reflected the values and lifestyles of the people throughout recent history. Our discussions will consider the impact of class, progress, rebellion, and expectations on the choices we make in how we present ourselves. As a group, we will use this understanding of the past to analyze where we are today in our diverse self-expressions. The course will move outside the classroom to analyze choices and merchandising in our community.

This week long camp will guide students in practices designed to become more present, calm their minds, and find acceptance. By incorporating a variety of yoga styles and philosophy, mindfulness, games and some creative arts and crafts, we will learn to look inward and focus on acceptance of ourselves and others. We’ll work toward responding instead of reacting and bringing our best self forward. Most importantly, we will nurture one another and have fun!Instructors: Marianne McCanta

Instructors: Mary Barrett

AWL: Multi-Sport | July 24-28 | Mon-Thurs 11:30am-4:00pm | Fri 8:30am-4:00pm | $300

Summers in the Northwest are full of great outdoor activities. Try some of the best activities and find your new favorite; though we are certain you will enjoy them all! Focusing on fun, this multi-sport camp is full of adventure and new experiences. Begin the week trying out the great activity of sea kayaking at the near-by Tualatin River and check out the Portland landmark of Ross Island on the Willamette River. You will spend the next two days along the banks of the Sandy River trying out the exciting activity of inflatable kayaking and scaling up the cliffs of the Broughton Bluff located at Lewis & Clark State Park. End your week doing one of AWL’s favorite activities, whitewater rafting. Bounce and crash your way down a local river through the exciting waves and holes. This is a day everyone is sure to remember!

Beginning July 24

Act Your Heart Out | July 24-27 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

We will use theatre games and exercises to develop skills relating to movement, and vocal expression. Learn the fundamentals of improv, basic vocabulary of the theatre, and how to use the tools of the actor: the body, the voice, and the imagination. We will work with monologues and short scenes to get a taste of what it’s like to audition and act in a play. Actors of all levels welcome.Instructors: Tara Hershberger

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Geek Chic: Computer Camp for Girls (Grades 4-5) | July 24-28 | Mon-Fri 8:30am-11:30am | $435

Would you like to animate and produce a movie? Construct a robotic pet and direct it to do tricks? Design a video game featuring you and your friends as characters? Join us at Geek Chic! Participate in three classes, taught by female computer scientists, as you learn computer skills while focusing on creative projects. Create an animated film using Alice software including worlds and characters you can manipulate using programming basics such as loops, lists and objects. Design and code your own video game using GameMaker. Learn to control characters, objects and outcomes in your game, add more features and increase the difficulty level. Construct a robotic animal using the LEGO® Mindstorm system and program it to act like a real pet. Make full use of light sensors, rotation sensors and touch sensors to make the interaction with the pets as realistic as possible. Immerse yourself in coding and design along with other girls just like you! Instructors: Brenda Feldhousen, Carol Mahoney, Ashley Loberger

TIES | July 24-27 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

Back by popular demand, Teaching, Integrating and Exploring Science (TIES) introduces participants to the excitement and challenge of “doing” science and applying engineering skills to solving problems. Enjoy working with a high school mentor as you take a hands-on approach to learning science.Instructors: Liane Rae

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Explore new heights with rock climbing! Begin the week leaning about equipment, team skills, and the basics of rock climbing. Take your new skills to Portland’s largest climbing gym to practice the exciting sport of bouldering and get a feel for the maneuvers used in top rope rock climbing. At the end of the week you will head out to Broughton Bluff for even more climbing experience and practice. End your week with a full day at one of the best climbing areas for Portlanders, French Dome. Enjoy the majestic view of Mt. Hood and the Sandy Glacier.


Playwriting and Devising | July 31-Aug 3 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

This class is all about creating original theatrical content. Writers, actors, dancers, and anyone who likes to experiment with form are encouraged to join. No experience necessary. We will work collaboratively to write/devise short plays and performance art pieces. We will learn skills of communication and compromise, as we move from ideas to improvising, from writing to rehearsing, and from revising to performing.Instructors: Tara Hershberger

Beginning July 31

AWL: Rock Climbing | July 31-Aug 4 | Mon-Thurs 11:30am-4:00pm | Fri 8:30am-4:00pm | $300

Fashion Focus: Clothing’s Evolution from the 1920’s to now | July 31-Aug 3 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

In this course, we will look at how fashions reflected the values and lifestyles of the people throughout recent history. Our discussions will consider the impact of class, progress, rebellion, and expectations on the choices we make in how we present ourselves. As a group, we will use this understanding of the past to analyze where we are today in our diverse self-expressions. The course will move outside the classroom to analyze choices and merchandising in our community.Instructors: Mary Barrett

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Study Skills for Middle Schoolers | July 31-Aug 3 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

This course is designed to give students the study skills needed to be successful in middle school, high school and beyond. Centered around the article “Interrogating Texts: 6 Reading Habits to Develop in your First Year at Harvard,” students will practice and develop reading and organizational skills and learn new strategies for test preparation.

The Power and Magic of Photography | July 31-Aug 3 | Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:30am | $150

Bring your digital camera, iPhone or iPad and journey through the power and magic of photography. We will explore its abilities to freeze time, tell a story, and record life’s fleeting and beautiful moments. During the course, we will look closely and use our imaginations to understand key ideas in photography such as light, gesture, viewpoint, and composition. Through exercises in portrait, still life, landscape and street photography, we will discover the wonder all around us when viewed through a camera lens. We will explore Portland with a city walking adventure and take a trip to the Portland Art Museum to view the work of historical and contemporary photographers. To conclude each student will choose their favorite photograph from the week to include in a class portfolio. Copies will be printed and each student will make a simple book structure to house their copy of the class portfolio. Instructors: Pam Horne

Instructors: Alex Cole

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Adventures Without Limits is a non-profit outdoor adventure program based in

Forest Grove, Oregon. Since 1995, AWL has offered adventure-based activities

including sea kayaking, cross country skiing, rafting, inflatable kayaking, snow-

shoeing, snow camping, canoeing, caving, backpacking, team building and ropes

courses, indoor and outdoor rock climbing, and recumbent biking.

AWL’s mission is to empower people of all ability levels through inclusive outdoor

recreation and educational experiences. They provide participants an opportunity

to get outdoors and experience new activities that will allow them to gain skills,

increase their self-confidence, and increase their ability to work with their peers

in a new and challenging environment.

Kayaking Camp

July 17 - July 20 | 11:30am-4:00pm | $300July 21 | 8:30am-4:00pm

Learn one of the greatest outdoor activities in the

Northwest! Start your week learning about water

safety, boats, equipment and the basics of paddling and

kayaking. You will become more confident on the water as you spend time padding

on the Willamette River and learning rescue techniques. Mid-week you will head out

to the Tualatin River where you will observe wildlife, like wood ducks and hooded

mergansers, and practice your paddling skills. End your week with a full day of

kayaking at one of AWL’s favorite spots, Sauvie Island, playing boat games and relaxing

on the water!

Partnering with SMA to offer a full day camp for middle schoolers.

Pair a AWL camp with a morning SMA course for a full day option.See pages 10-14 for class option descriptions.

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Multi-Sport Camp

Rock Climbing Camp

July 24 - July 27 | 11:30am-4:00pm | $300July 28 | 8:30am-4:00pm

July 31 - August 3 | 11:30am-4:00pm | $300August 3 | 8:30am-4:00pm

Summers in the Northwest are full of great outdoor activities. Try some of the best

activities and find your new favorite; though we are certain you will enjoy them all!

Focusing on fun, this multi-sport camp is full of adventure and new experiences. Begin

the week trying out the great activity of sea kayaking at the near-by Tualatin River and

check out the Portland landmark of Ross Island on the Willamette River. You will spend

the next two days along the banks of the Sandy River trying out the exciting activity

of inflatable kayaking and scaling up the cliffs of the Broughton Bluff located at Lewis

& Clark State Park. End your week doing one of AWL’s favorite activities, whitewater

rafting. Bounce and crash your way down a local river through the exciting waves and

holes. This is a day everyone is sure to remember!

Explore new heights with rock climbing! Begin the week leaning about equipment,

team skills, and the basics of rock climbing. Take your new

skills to Portland’s largest climbing gym to practice

the exciting sport of bouldering and get a feel for the

maneuvers used in top rope rock climbing. At the

end of the week you will head out to Broughton

Bluff for even more climbing experience and

practice. End your week with a full day at one of

the best climbing areas for Portlanders, French

Partnering with SMA to offer a full day camp for middle schoolers.

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at a glance: high school

Ready, Set, Go! English 9 (Incoming Freshman)

Find Your Match:College & Career Selection

College ApplicationBoot Camp

Beginning July 17 Beginning July 24

Register online at www.stmaryspdx.org

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PM

Spanish 1.5 (Students preparing for Spanish 2)

2 Week Sequence

Ready, Set, Go! Algebra 1 (Incoming Freshman)

2 Week Sequence

Ready, Set, Go! Algebra 1 (Incoming Freshman)

2 Week Sequence

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Ready, Set, Go! English 9 (Incoming Freshman)

SAT Prep(Saturday Academy)

Crime Solving Behind the Screen(Saturday Academy)

College ApplicationBoot Camp

Beginning July 31 Saturday Academy

Online Courses

SMA proudly partners with Saturday Academy to give STEM experiences to students. Check out Saturday Academy’s Geek Chic, SAT Prep and Crime Solving Behind the Screen this summer!

www.saturdayacademy.org

Register for Saturday Academy classes at:

American Government(Online)

Health 2 - First Aid, CPR & Safety(Online)

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high school | course description

Beginning July 24

Ready, Set, Go! English 9 (Incoming Freshman) | July 17-21 | Mon-Fri 8:30am-11:30am | $180

Students will solidify their language arts skills as they develop and re-new study skills necessary for success in English 9. The course will work with the summer reading text, incorporating reading and questioning techniques. Students will also explore elements of revision and vocabulary strategies. This class will focus on critical reading and study skills, and is not primarily a writing class.Instructors: Ellie Gilbert

Find Your Match: College & Career Selection | July 24-28 | Mon-Fri 12:00pm-3:00pm | $160

Students will consider the role their interests, strengths, values, and personality can play in school, work and life. The class will feature discussions and activities including a strengths articulation process, and inventories like the Strong Interest Inventory the Myers Briggs Type Indicator, and others.Instructors: Carolyn Gazeley

Spanish 1.5 (Students preparing for Spanish 2) | July 17-27 | Mon-Thurs 9:30am-11:30am | $160

PART OF A 2 WEEK SEQUENCE. This course will cover basics from Spanish 1 and prepare students for further Spanish study. SMA students who qualify and complete the course satisfactorily will, upon the teacher’s recommendation, be enrolled in Spanish 2 in the fall semester. | Pre-Requisite: Department Approval Instructors: Maria Flemming

Beginning July 17

Ready, Set, Go! Algebra 1 (Incoming Freshman) | July 17-27 | Mon-Thurs 12:00pm-1:30pm | $180

PART OF A 2 WEEK SEQUENCE. This course is for students who need a stronger Pre-Algebra base before moving into high school Algebra. The course will cover simplifying expressions, problem solving, using les and graphing, as well as other topics.

Note: This course is not intended for students going into Accelerated Algebra and will not change placement for the 2017-18 school year.Instructors: Mary Clare Metscher

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Ready, Set, Go! Algebra 1 (Incoming Freshman) | July 24-Aug 3 | Mon-Thurs 10:00am-11:30am | $180

PART OF A 2 WEEK SEQUENCE. This course is for students who need a stronger Pre-Algebra base before moving into high school Algebra. The course will cover simplifying expressions, problem solving, using les and graphing, as well as other topics.

Note: This course is not intended for students going into Accelerated Algebra and will not change placement for the 2017-18 school year.Instructors: Mary Clare Metscher


College Application Boot Camp | July 24-28 | Mon-Fri 8:30am-11:30am | $160

Applications and essays and deadlines…oh my! From learning the ins and outs of The Common Application, to online college research tools, to figuring out what to expect in an Admission Interview, this interactive class will provide you with all of the tools and skills necessary to tackle the college application process with confidence.Instructors: Karlen Suga, Kimberly Crouch

Beginning July 31

Ready, Set, Go! English 9 (Incoming Freshman) | July 31-Aug 4 | Mon-Fri 12:30pm-3:30pm | $180

Students will solidify their language arts skills as they develop and re-new study skills necessary for success in English 9. The course will work with the summer reading text, incorporating reading and questioning techniques. Students will also explore elements of revision and vocabulary strategies. This class will focus on critical reading and study skills, and is not primarily a writing class.Instructors: Alex Cole

College Application Boot Camp | July 31-Aug 4 | Mon-Fri 12:30pm-3:30pm | $160

Applications and essays and deadlines…oh my! From learning the ins and outs of The Common Application, to online college research tools, to figuring out what to expect in an Admission Interview, this interactive class will provide you with all of the tools and skills necessary to tackle the college application process with confidence.Instructors: Karlen Suga, Kimberly Crouch

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Learn powerful test-taking techniques and strategies for improving your score. High scores on the SAT can help with admittance to the college of your choice and increase the size of potential scholarships. This class will prepare you for the three sections of the SAT: math, critical reading and writing.Instructors: Sara Salvi, Kelsey Loy

SAT Prep: Young Women’s Intensive (9-12) | July 31-Aug 4 | Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm | $409

Crime Solving Behind the Screen | July 31-Aug 4 | Mon-Fri 12:30pm-4:30pm | $309

Instructors: Kristen Haberthur, Joseph Perez

Create the ultimate “she’ro” to solve a prime time crime. Explore the science of real-life crime-solving: fingerprinting, genetics and DNA forensics. Learn the secrets of a story formula and work with a student team of actors to rehearse, film and edit a short film for the web. Utilize film and audio editing software such as iMovie. Learn tricks from industry experts and Portland’s own Grimm mystery series.


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online courses

Online | June 26-Aug 20 | American Government | $340

This online course examines the formal institutions of government, emphasizing the process of government. SMA students earn 0.5 credit. Non-SMA students should consult their school registrar or counselor for credit approval. All students must attend a mandatory orientation meeting on Tuesday, June 6 at 12:30pm in the room 109. Students unable to attend must schedule another time during finals week to meet with the instructor.

Other Requirements: Students must have access to a computer and the Internet on a regular, ongoing basis throughout the summer to complete and submit assignments.

Online | June 26-Aug 24 | Health 2 - First Aid, CPR & Safety | $340

This online course explores a variety of current health topics, such as self-defense, the skeletal system, HIV and AIDS, public health, and emergency response. CPR/AED and First Aid certification must be obtained outside of this course at an additional cost. SMA students earn 0.5 credit. Non-SMA students should consult their school registrar for credit approval. All students must attend a mandatory orientation date/time to be determined. Students unable to attend must schedule another time during finals week to meet with the instructor.

Other Requirements: Students must have access to a computer and the Internet on a regular, ongoing basis throughout the summer to complete and submit assignments. Instructors: Cindi Hounton

Instructors: Ian Park

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policies and procedures

• Unless otherwise specified, all courses require a 10 student minimum

enrollment to run. Maximum enrollment varies by course. Courses that do

not meet the minimum enrollment requirement are subject to cancellation.

• Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. After a course has reached

capacity, students may be placed on a waiting list.

• St. Mary’s Academy reserves the right to cancel a course. Families will

be emailed two weeks before a course begins if a cancellation occurs.

Participants will be given the option of a course change or a full refund.

• All withdrawals must be received in writing at least two weeks before a course

begins and are subject to a $25 non-refundable processing fee. Refunds will

not be issued for withdrawals within two weeks of a course start date. Please

email course withdrawals to [email protected]

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