Welcome to our NEW Summer Bulletin!
This is where we'll share news and announcements throughout the summer.
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Ardent Summer Bulletin ☀️
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Pre-Summer, Week 2, May 17-23, 2021 |
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Summer Session Early Bird Ends TONIGHT 🚨 |
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Current and new students—join us for our new and exciting project-based summer programs. Our courses are designed to spark students' passions and add innovative, creative projects to their portfolios. All classes are offered LIVE and ONLINE, and RECORDINGS will be available for most.
Questions?
Call: (949) 861-2211
Early Bird Promotion
The early bird gets the worm! All classes are discounted by $50 (currently reflected online) if you enroll before the deadline.
Learn More Promotion
Learn more and do more by taking multiple Pre-Summer & Summer Session courses. Save $50 per additional Pre-Summer course and $100 per additional Summer Session course enrolled per student.
Summer Sessions 1, 2, 3 & 6 promos end TONIGHT at 11:59 PM PDT.
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RSVP for this Sunday's STEAM Webinar 💻🎨 |
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How to Nurture Students to Pursue STEAM
Presented by Ardent Instructors
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Date: Sunday, May 23, 2021
Time: 2:00-3:00 PM (PDT)
Location: Zoom
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At this webinar, parents and students will learn:
- How can parents help cultivate student interest in STEAM?
- What is the importance of English and the humanities in a variety of fields?
- What are some upcoming science opportunities over the summer?
- How does Ardent's unique project-based curriculum teach students to innovate, problem solve, and lead them to discover their passions?
- How does Ardent develop students' interests in STEAM into successful college admission portfolios and career pathways?
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Last Chance to Join Ardent Summer Research 🔬 |
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Ardent Summer Research Session 1 applications close in THIS WEEK! Apply before the program's first training session begins on Saturday May 22, 2021! Secure your spot in this one-of-a-kind program. |
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Junior Division
Rising 6th-8th Graders
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Senior Division
Rising 9th-12th Graders
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Ardent Summer Research students will receive:
- Intensive research methodology training
- Mentorship from Ardent faculty as well as local university experts
- Skills in bibliographic research, mathematical & computational tools
- Presentation coaching sessions & effective communication skills
- Life-long passion for science and engineering research
For more information, or to apply to Session 2, please visit our website here.
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Apply to the Ardent Labs Coding Bootcamp! 💻 |
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Do you have a passion for coding? Are you looking for a mentor to help you develop your very own app or website? Applications for Ardent Labs Coding program are now open! This program provides motivated students entering grades 8-12 an intensive coding project experience under the guidance of Ardent Mentors. |
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Program Will Include:
- An assessment of student knowledge and skills
- A strategic planning meeting to develop project ideas
- One-on-one mentorship
- 32 Coaching sessions with a mentor
- 8 Brown Bag Meetings with Dr. Li
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Key Dates:
- Admission Decisions: Rolling
- Early Bird Enrollment Deadline: Mon, May 31, 2021
- Program Duration: Monday, June 7 - Friday, August 6, 2021 (8 Weeks)
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Introducing: Ardent 1-on-1 Tutoring 👩🏫 |
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Ardent is excited to introduce virtual tutoring courses for students in grades 5-11! Whether you choose a once-a-week or twice-a-week monthly plan, your student will receive 1-on-1, dedicated guidance from Ivy+ tutors. Check out our full tutoring catalog below to see our course offerings. |
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Still Planning for Summer? Ask Ardent! 📚 |
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Need help finding the best summer programs for your child? Ask Ardent!
Speak with a member of Ardent Care team for 20 minutes over Zoom to learn about Ardent's pathways for academic success. Find the right Ardent summer programs for your student!
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Hear from Ardent College Counseling Seniors 🎓 |
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Ardent College Counseling is now accepting students in grades 7-11! Join to receive clear guidance for STEM and Humanities pathways to college, help with your summer planning and program applications, help with choosing the right classes and activities, and professional editing for college applications and essays. Click on the video to listen to two successful seniors' experiences with Ardent Counseling!
Want to attend your dream college like Cynthia & Norman? Schedule your free 20-minute consultation and learn more about our services! Please click below to fill out a request form.
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Spring Course Access Closes on May 30th 🌸
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This is a reminder that access to each Spring Session course materials will expire on May 30, 2021 at 11:59 PM. If students want to review lessons or assignments, please log into eLearning or Solve before the content expires! |
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Join Our Free Ardent Welcome this Friday 👩💻 |
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Scan the QR code to join our WeChat group and receive a Zoom link. |
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Date: Fridays
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English: 1-1:30 PM PDT
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Chinese: 1:30-2 PM PDT
We invite all new and currently enrolled families to join our Ardent Welcome, which happens every Friday over Zoom!
At these free webinars, new families will:
- Learn about free resources
- Discover new summer programs
- Meet the Ardent community
- Explore opportunities
- Ask Questions
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Attend STEAM for All's Volunteer Fair 🎡 |
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Who: Grades 8-12
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Date: Saturday, June 5, 2021
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Time: 2-3 PM PDT
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Cost: Free!
You don't want to miss out on STEAM for All's 2021 Virtual Volunteer Fair! At this event, SfA will reveal their new 2021 Youth Leadership Program, showcase advice from SfA alumni, and celebrate PVSA Award winners! Students should attend to learn more about the organization and how to become a volunteer.
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Visit Us at Our Northwood Campus 🏫 |
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We're open Monday-Sunday, 1-6 PM. |
Our Northwood campus is now open with fully vaccinated staff. While we welcome those who wish to visit us in-person, we encourage parents with questions to save time and call the Ardent Care line at (949) 861-2211. This is the first step in our gradual re-opening process. |
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