Course Descriptions
Science
AP® Biology with Mr. Robert Heun (in-person)
June 28–August 6, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (closed July 5)
USM 1 science credit; students from other schools are welcome.
Prerequisites for this course are Biology or Biology-Honors.
Eligible students are entering grades 10–12 and planning to take the AP Biology exam in May 2022.
Course fee: $1594 | $1694 after April 1, 2021
Includes review sessions prior to the AP exam in May 2022.
This six-week course will provide a solid foundation and help students build a conceptual framework for understanding modern biology. Students will conduct a minimum of eight inquiry-based investigations (two per Big Idea). Additional labs will be conducted to deepen students’ conceptual understanding and to reinforce the application of science practices with a hands-on, discovery-based environment. This class will be taught in-person at University School of Milwaukee.
This course is structured around four Big Ideas:
June 28–August 6, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (closed July 5)
USM 1 science credit; students from other schools are welcome.
Prerequisites for this course are Biology or Biology-Honors.
Eligible students are entering grades 10–12 and planning to take the AP Biology exam in May 2022.
Course fee: $1594 | $1694 after April 1, 2021
Includes review sessions prior to the AP exam in May 2022.
This six-week course will provide a solid foundation and help students build a conceptual framework for understanding modern biology. Students will conduct a minimum of eight inquiry-based investigations (two per Big Idea). Additional labs will be conducted to deepen students’ conceptual understanding and to reinforce the application of science practices with a hands-on, discovery-based environment. This class will be taught in-person at University School of Milwaukee.
This course is structured around four Big Ideas:
- The process of evolution drives the diversity and unity of life.
- Biological systems utilize free energy and molecular building blocks to grow, to reproduce and to maintain dynamic homeostasis.
- Living systems store, retrieve, transmit, and respond to information essential to life processes.
- Biological systems interact, and these systems and their interactions possess complex properties.
History
AP® Microeconomics with Dr. Henry Wend (online)
June 14–July 2, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
USM 1/2 history credit; students from other schools are welcome.
Eligible students are entering grades 11–12 and planning to take the AP Microeconomics exam in May 2022. Rising sophomores are eligible to enroll in this class if they earned a grade of A- or higher in World Civilization and with the instructor’s permission.
Course fee: $826 | $926 after April 1, 2021
Includes review sessions prior to the AP exam in May 2022.
Microeconomics is the study of the economic decision-making of individuals and firms. This three-week course serves as both an introduction to the fundamental understandings of economic decision-making, but also as a means to prepare for the Advanced Placement Microeconomics exam that will be administered in May 2021. This course is divided into four units: Basic Economic Concepts, Product Markets, Factor Markets, Market Failure and the Role of Government.
A major component of this class will be modeling economic decision-making by way of a small business simulation. For this, students will develop a business plan to design, launch, and manage a start-up business modeled on an existing local business. Students will need to research their businesses and adapt their strategy using real-time economic data and react to scenarios developed to have them illustrate core microeconomic concepts. At every turn, students will have to show mastery of the fundamental concepts of microeconomics as well as adapt their business plans to new conditions.
June 14–July 2, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
USM 1/2 history credit; students from other schools are welcome.
Eligible students are entering grades 11–12 and planning to take the AP Microeconomics exam in May 2022. Rising sophomores are eligible to enroll in this class if they earned a grade of A- or higher in World Civilization and with the instructor’s permission.
Course fee: $826 | $926 after April 1, 2021
Includes review sessions prior to the AP exam in May 2022.
Microeconomics is the study of the economic decision-making of individuals and firms. This three-week course serves as both an introduction to the fundamental understandings of economic decision-making, but also as a means to prepare for the Advanced Placement Microeconomics exam that will be administered in May 2021. This course is divided into four units: Basic Economic Concepts, Product Markets, Factor Markets, Market Failure and the Role of Government.
A major component of this class will be modeling economic decision-making by way of a small business simulation. For this, students will develop a business plan to design, launch, and manage a start-up business modeled on an existing local business. Students will need to research their businesses and adapt their strategy using real-time economic data and react to scenarios developed to have them illustrate core microeconomic concepts. At every turn, students will have to show mastery of the fundamental concepts of microeconomics as well as adapt their business plans to new conditions.
Fine Arts
Public Speaking with Ms. Emily Ihrke and Ms. Kat Zilka (online or in-person)
Two sessions available:
Session A: June 14–July 2 | 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. | Ms. Kat Zilka (online)
Session B: June 28–July 16 (closed July 5) | 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Ms. Emily Ihrke (in-person)
USM 1/2 fine arts credit; students from other schools welcome. This course fulfills a Fine Arts graduation requirement.
Eligible students are entering grade 9.
Course fee: $772 | $872 after April 1, 2021
During this three-week course, students will gain experience and confidence in public speaking through the preparation and presentation of a variety of speeches, including impromptu speeches, presentation speeches with slideshows, and persuasive speeches. Vocal delivery, organization, and eye contact are among the skills that will improve as students become more experienced speakers. Class discussion will include not only aspects of public speaking, but also other issues in oral communication, such as non-verbal communication and listening.
Two sessions available:
Session A: June 14–July 2 | 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. | Ms. Kat Zilka (online)
Session B: June 28–July 16 (closed July 5) | 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Ms. Emily Ihrke (in-person)
USM 1/2 fine arts credit; students from other schools welcome. This course fulfills a Fine Arts graduation requirement.
Eligible students are entering grade 9.
Course fee: $772 | $872 after April 1, 2021
During this three-week course, students will gain experience and confidence in public speaking through the preparation and presentation of a variety of speeches, including impromptu speeches, presentation speeches with slideshows, and persuasive speeches. Vocal delivery, organization, and eye contact are among the skills that will improve as students become more experienced speakers. Class discussion will include not only aspects of public speaking, but also other issues in oral communication, such as non-verbal communication and listening.
Sculpture with Mr. Anthony Lauer (in-person)
July 6–July 23, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. to 12:05 p.m.
USM 1/2 fine arts credit; students from other schools welcome. This course fulfills a Fine Arts graduation requirement.
Eligible students are entering grades 9–12.
Course fee: $826 | $926 after April 1, 2021
July 6–July 23, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. to 12:05 p.m.
USM 1/2 fine arts credit; students from other schools welcome. This course fulfills a Fine Arts graduation requirement.
Eligible students are entering grades 9–12.
Course fee: $826 | $926 after April 1, 2021
During this three-week course, students will explore the various materials used to create sculptures which include cardboard, plaster, papier-mâché, wire, and 3D printing. Students will learn how to manipulate these materials and use sculpting tools safely to create unique sculptures and functional objects.
Prekindergarten (age 3) - Grade 12 • Independent • Coeducational
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