Grades 9-12
| Shakespeare Rocks! Regardless of one’s level of exposure to the genius of Shakespeare, campers rave about Laurel’s dramatic summer program, Shakespeare Rocks! During this two-week camp, student actors investigate the artistry and process of theater under the guidance of a classically-trained actor. After analyzing and interpreting text, campers learn to stage scenes and create characters using only their bodies, voices and imaginations. They use technologies old and new to design costumes, sets and staging for the selected plays. |
Forensics (Speech & Debate) Camp Designed for students new to speech and debate as well as those with a season or two of experience, this Forensics Camp allows competitors to develop their talents and skills in either speech or debate in preparation for the 2012-2013 interscholastic season. |
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| The Laurel Summer Theatre Intensive (LSTI): The Actor, The Dancer, The Film Musical! Regardless of one’s level of exposure to the genius of Shakespeare, campers rave about Laurel’s dramatic summer program, Shakespeare Rocks! During this two-week camp, student actors investigate the artistry and process of theater under the guidance of a classically-trained actor. |
Speech This course develops effective oral communication capabilities and enhances students’ abilities in analysis and critical thinking. Students present speeches in a variety of styles including oral interpretation of literature, expository, impromptu and argument. Emphasis is on the development of strong personal presentation skills rather than speech writing. |
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| SAT Prep Class Laurel Summer Institute and Townsend Learning Center are partnering to offer this SAT Prep Class for Upper School students. Townsend Learning Center’s state-of-the-art courses help students raise their scores and overcome test anxiety. Students practice proven test-taking techniques on real SATs. |
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