ASC A+ Program

Focus on K-12 Education

SERVING BOSTON SINCE 1994

                 

Main Office 617-730-3706
Downtown  617-451-8988

Summer Enrichment Programs: Advanced English and Math

Get a head start for the coming school year by attending the A+ Summer Program!

July Session: June 29th to July 16th, 2021

August Session: July 28th to August 13th, 2021

Summer isn’t just a time to relax and have fun.  It’s also the ideal season to get a jump-start on the academic challenges all students will face as they move to the next grade level. During the months of July and August, the A+ Program offers two intensive sessions in which students study materials and concepts that are taught in their upcoming grade level.

Summer sessions are run with the same rigor and intensity as the regular school year.  Our curriculum is carefully designed by accredited teaching professionals to exceed state standards for students of all grades.  By going above and beyond regular curriculum, the A+ Summer Program is perfect for gifted learners and talented students eager to accelerate their academics and develop the skills they’ll need in college.

ISEE & SSAT

ISEE and SSAT Test Preparation

A+ students rank among the top 10-100 nationwide in ISEE Exam Results and OVER 90% are admitted into Boston Latin School and other top private schools.

Our trained ISEE/SSAT teachers show students how to apply strategies proven to increase their test scores. The in-class reviews keeps students focused while the materials and practice exams improve their understanding of the most important skills, concepts, and test-taking strategies.  The overall experience in the A+ ISEE/SSAT Test Prep program gives every student the confidence they need to be in that top 10!

What we do to make that happen:

  • Provide a thorough review of the pertinent subject areas in every section of the ISEE/SSAT Exam.
  • Practice advanced strategies for answering multiple choice questions – proven to increase scores!
  • Instruction and practice of the best method to find the meaning of words from reading the context.
  • Show how to answer correctly when you only have partial knowledge.
  • Teach the techniques to quickly answer questions when limited by time.

SAT

SAT Test Preparation

Each student will also take full-length diagnostic tests, before and after the program, and receive a personalized comprehensive score report to assess strengths and weaknesses and gauge improvement.

Students in the A+ SAT Prep Class:

  • Study frequently-tested SAT vocabulary words and sentence logic.
  • Learn critical strategies to get a high score on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section.
  • Hone foolproof techniques to write the perfect SAT essay.
  • Master complex math problems with and without a calculator in subjects from algebra to pre-calculus.
  • Learn proven time-management strategies to boost both test-taking efficiency and overall score.

High School Math and Writing

Advanced Learning in Mathematics

The A+ Math Program employs a challenging new mathematics curriculum that helps students excel in mathematics at any level. Our comprehensive Math Program addresses basic skills to advanced mathematical concepts. We provide the fundamentals for success both in the classroom and on standardized tests.

Students will:

  • Work with challenging course materials that encourage advanced thinking.
  • Learn to interpret and solve word problems.
  • Boost study skills and practice test-taking strategies.
  • Refine math skills through homework, quizzes and a final exam.

High School Writing Workshop

Grades 9-12

This class is designed to teach students the analytical composition skills necessary to receive top scores in high school classes and standardized tests, as well as prepare them for the rigors of college-level writing. Students will conduct extensive text analysis and present their ideas in polished, sophisticated essays that demonstrate higher-level engagement with text and writing.

English and Math

The A+ English Program features a comprehensive mix of literature and composition that will enable our students to excel in writing and test-taking.

We focus on:

  • Engaging with advanced-level texts to prepare students for the upcoming school year.
  • Nurturing critical thinking skills through interactive discussions and challenging writing assignments.
  • Active reading and notetaking to improve overall reading comprehension.
  • Brainstorming ideas and creating detailed outlines for all essay writing tasks.
  • Effectively structuring, organizing and developing ideas to produce polished and sophisticated essays.

Math Class: – This class will build fundamental math skills needed for academic success and get ahead for the upcoming school year through the learning of advanced math material. Topics include (but not limited to) fractions, ratios, proportions, long division, etc. Students will also learn to think critically and learn how to apply their math skills through problem-solving real-world situations in an engaging, challenging and fun environment.

Real-World Learning – Students are challenged to make real-world connections to mathematical concepts they learn in class. Our oldest students develop their understanding of higher-level math and reasoning through the application of skills in relation to real-world careers, such as engineering and architecture.

Full Day Summer Program

FULL DAY BENEFIT
 Sign up  for both morning and afternoon classes
LUNCH BREAK 12-1PM Bring your own lunch
FREE HOMEWORK CLUB 1-2PM
8:30AM-9:00AM DROP OFF
5:00PM-5:30PM PICK UP
Benefits:
  • Gain experience and hone skills from different types of classes
  • Combine both academic study and soft skill development
  • Improve their leadership, creative thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Spend summers meaningfully
  • The best part of our unique program? Parents don’t have to pick students up in the middle of the day

A+ Full-Day Summer Program gives students the opportunity to take a class in the morning and participate in fun, educational activities in the afternoon.

Our afternoon program activities include creative writing workshops, public speaking training, STEM, test-taking skills, arts and crafts, and organizing and performing in a talent show. We take advantage of Boston’s many educational and historical sites to encourage learning outside of the classroom. In the A+ Full-Day Program, students might visit:

Due to safety concerns, following activities are not available this year

  • The Boston Public Library
  • The Museum of Fine Arts
  • The Massachusetts State House
  • The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
  • The Institute of Contemporary Art
  • The Museum of Science
  • The USS Constitution
  • And many more…

Schedules and Fees

Limited availability, reserve a spot now with $50 deposit and $30 application fee for new student!
Classes are held Monday to Friday in two 3-week sessions.
Session 1
 July Session: June 29th to July 16th, 2021,  no class on July 5
Session 2
 August Session: July 28th to August 13th, 2021
Class times
Morning class 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Afternoon class 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Full Day Program 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Drop off starts at 8:30 am and pick up by 5:30 pm.)
A+ Englis & Math (Grades 1-5) Online: $580

In Person: $600

by week: $250

by Subject: $390
A+ English & Math (Grades 6-8) Online: $590

In Person: $ 610

by week: $265

by subject: 390
ISEE Prep (Lower: Grade 4, Middle: Grades 5-6, Upper: Grades 7-8) Lower & Middle Online:$630

Lower & Middle In Person: $650

by week: $300

by subject: $420

Upper Online:$660

Upper In Person: $680
SSAT Prep (Upper: Grades 7-8) Online: $660

In Person: $680
PSAT Prep (Grades 9-10)
ACT/SAT Prep  (Grades 9-12) Online: $900

In Person: $950
Middle School Writing Workshop (Grades 5-8) $620

by week: $310
High School Writing Workshop (Grades 8-11) $660

by week: $330
Middle School Public Speaking and Presentation (Grades 5-8) Online: $620

In Person: $640

by week: $310
High School Public Speaking and Presentation (Grades 8-11) Online: $660

In Person: $680

by week: $330
High School Math (Grades 8-11) Online: $680

In Person: $720
College Boot Camp (Grades 10-11) $1600
AP Calculus (Grades 10-11) Online: $700

In Person: $ 740
AP Physics (Grades 10-11) Online: $700

In Person: $ 740
AP Chemistry (Grades 10-11) Online: $700

In Person: $ 740
AP Biology (Grades 10-11) Online: $700

In Person: $ 740
World/American History [Honor] (Grades 10-11)
A+ TOEFL Test Preparation
The A+ Full Day Summer Program is an additional $560 to the morning class tuition. This additional fee includes afternoon activity materials, transportation to afternoon activities and admission fees. Lunch is not included.

Books and materials:

  • SAT/PSAT/ACT $150 for the materials fee
  • ISEE/SSAT/Boston Exam School Test Prep classes $60 for the materials fee
  • All other classes $50 for the materials fee

Summer Session locations

Summer session is only available online due to Covid-19

Download Application Form

Complete the application form and email it to us (aplusinfo@ascenglish.com). We will get in touch with you within one business day. Questions? Call 617-730-3706, 617-451-8988 or e-mail aplusinfo@ascenglish.com

Contact us

Testimonials

Tancrede R

“I love writing so much, and I don’t want to miss a class at A+!” Tancrede R., 4th Grade
2016-06-15T09:41:22+00:00
“I love writing so much, and I don’t want to miss a class at A+!” Tancrede R., 4th Grade

Elan’s mother

“My husband showed me Elan’s works and we were so happily surprised that Elan is able to write with such…
2016-06-15T09:42:05+00:00
“My husband showed me Elan’s works and we were so happily surprised that Elan is able to write with such vivid vocabulary and in really clear organization!” Elan’s mother

Brandon Lum

“This program isn’t just based on academics. When you come to ASC, you start building friendships and life skills. I…
2016-06-15T10:02:47+00:00
“This program isn’t just based on academics. When you come to ASC, you start building friendships and life skills. I improve each year with my Math and English skills, and coming here gives me a head start for the next school year. I have enjoyed coming back each year, and will continue to come back View Full →

Corey Wong

“For several years, I have come to ASC each summer, and it has helped me gain an edge over my…
2016-06-15T10:03:37+00:00
“For several years, I have come to ASC each summer, and it has helped me gain an edge over my classmates for the upcoming school year. ASC is more than a place to grow academically-it is a fun, rewarding environment that helps you grow as a person.” Corey Wong (Newton North High School, Grade 11) View Full →

Damini Gopal

“A+ has helped me learn new strategies that I can use to tackle the old and new SAT. My teachers…
2016-06-15T10:04:20+00:00
“A+ has helped me learn new strategies that I can use to tackle the old and new SAT. My teachers are very nice and helpful, and they are always sharing knowledge of tips, books, apps, and strategies that may help me. I have been in this program for five years, and I always find the View Full →

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1106 Commonwealth Ave. Suite 100,
Boston, MA 02215
TEL: 617.730.3706

65 Harrison Avenue Suite 600,
Boston, MA 02111
TEL: 617.451.8988

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