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Academics

Branson’s summer academic programs are designed to inspire a love of learning that lasts far beyond the summer months. We offer a variety of high-impact courses that allow students to bridge the gap between grade levels, master challenging core subjects, or dive into entirely new fields of study.

From intensive writing workshops and college application prep to advanced mathematics and humanities, our curriculum is taught by the same expert faculty who define the Branson experience during the school year. With small class sizes and a focus on collaborative inquiry, students gain the academic edge they need for the year ahead in an environment that encourages intellectual risk-taking and genuine curiosity.

Please note that some of the high school courses are offered for credit for current and incoming Branson students.

Academic Offerings

Algebra I
  • Grade 8
  • Grade 9

Ready to level up in math? Hone in your math skills in this intensive, UC-approved course where you'll learn higher index radicals, factoring polynomials, and more. This course is offered for Branson credit.

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Beginning Journalism
  • Grade 7
  • Grade 8

If you're curious about your community and have good writing skills, this course is for you! Learn how a free press is essential to a democratic society, the ethics of journalism, and key skills for interviewing and news writing.

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Creative Writing
  • Grade 7
  • Grade 8

Unleash your imagination! Express your creativity on paper by diving through different genres, crafting compelling narratives, and using vivid language culminating in a portfolio of your creative work that you can share.

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Dungeons & Dragons
  • Grade 7
  • Grade 8
  • Grade 9
  • Grade 10
  • Grade 11

Embark on an epic adventure this summer! Whether you’re a seasoned rogue or a brand-new wizard, our D&D camp is your gateway to the world’s greatest roleplaying system. Join us for the Dragons of Stormwreck Isle campaign.

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Geometry
  • Grade 8
  • Grade 9
  • Grade 10

Get ready for a summer of shapes and math! This UC-approved course is designed for students with a strong Algebra I background who want to complete Geometry over the summer and move on to Algebra II next year. This course is offered for Branson credit.

Learn More about Geometry