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2025 Summer Courses Orientation

Lutheran High School is excited to offer summer classes again this summer! Incoming freshmen as well as current returning students may choose to complete these courses over the summer to open up more time during the school year for a study hall or the pursuit of other electives.

This 3-week opportunity is free to Lutheran High School students and will take place during the weeks of June 9th to June 27th, 2025. Students will meet on campus Tuesdays through Thursdays for the in-person portion of the course and complete asynchronous course work over the four-day weekend.

All students enrolling in a summer course are required to sign up for a Technology and Course Orientation when registering for the course. Students will learn how to navigate Canvas (LHS’s Learning Management System) and access their student email as well as an overview of the course expectations. At least one parent is encouraged to attend. Dates for orientation are June 5th and 6th from 9am-10am and 12:30 - 1:30pm each day.

Dates:

June 9th - June 27th

Each course will have a morning and afternoon course offering:

  • Morning option 9am - 12pm
  • Afternoon option 12:30pm - 3:30pm)

Grade Requirements:

  • Men’s and Women’s Health (9th and 10th grade)
  • World Geography (9th and 10th grade)
  • Personal Finance (10th - 12th grade)
  • Public Speaking (10th - 12th grade)

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these courses an online course or an in-person course?
Both. Our summer courses are in-person 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday) from 9am to noon for morning offerings and 12:30pm to 3:30 pm for afternoon offerings with online components throughout the 3 week period managed by our Learning Management System, Canvas.
Will the students take a final on the last day of class?
Yes. Every summer course will have a culminating assessment that will constitute a final assessment for the course. In some classes this will be a written test and in others it will be a final culminating project or presentation.
How many credits is the summer health course?
Our summer courses are 0.5 credits.
Will a summer class affect my students GPA?
Yes. All summer courses are official courses of Lutheran High School and will be recorded on the students official transcript complete with a final grade.
What is your attendance policy for summer courses?
Attendance is an important part of any learning experience. Students are required to attend all in person classes and complete online requirements by the designated deadlines. If a student misses more than one day they may be dropped from the class without credit. Parents must email the student’s teacher stating the date and reason for the absence.
What is the cost of your summer courses?
Lutheran High School’s summer courses are free to enrolled students.
Is there a dress code for summer courses on campus?

To promote a positive learning environment, students taking summer courses will be required to adhere to a dress code that reflects Christian modesty. All students must adhere to the following requirements:

  • All messages on clothing must be modest in language and messaging.
  • All pants, shorts, skirts and dresses must be neatly hemmed and sized to fit and at least “fingertip” length around the entire body.
  • Leggings must be covered according to the fingertip guidelines. Undergarments may not be exposed or visible through clothing. Clothing must conceal cleavage, sides, back, and midriff.
Does my student need a computer for this class?
As a bring your own device school, we do not require that students own or bring a computer to school in order to be successful at Lutheran High School. School computers will be available during the on campus hours when needed for the completion of course materials. Devices with keyboards are recommended for creating and collaborating on projects throughout this course. Additionally, Students will be required to complete online tasks and submit content online during off campus hours as well so access to a device with those capabilities is needed off campus.
How do I log in to my Canvas account as a student?
Every student enrolled in a summer course is required to attend an orientation training to provide information and support in navigating the course materials on Canvas. During the course, students will navigate to Canvas online to complete their course work and access necessary course material and information.
Who do I contact if I am having technical difficulties?
Students who are experiencing technical difficulties should contact both their teacher (contact information shared on the syllabus) and our Canvas help team (canvas@lhsparker.org).
When does the course start/end?
Summer courses for the summer of 2024 will begin on June 10th and end on June 28th. Students will receive an emailed invitation to the course with some initial instructions on June 8th.
How much homework is expected for this class?
Since the course is only three weeks long, summer classes are fast-paced. In addition to the three hours of instruction received each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, it will be important for each student to allocate some time each day to work on classwork.
Can I drop off my student early?
Students should arrive no more than 30 minutes before their scheduled class and they should be picked up immediately following the scheduled end time.