Academic Year Component

Academic Monitoring
Each student receives an evaluation of his/her academic progress at the start of the school year that summarizes his/her strengths,weaknesses, and overall success during the summer program. This is intended to help the student focus on areas that need improvement. The RMSC staff monitors each student's course load, grades received, and college entrance exam scores. Students are supplied with software, books, and tutors if needed.

Students are required to maitain the following high academic standards during the school year:

1) 2.5 overall GPA
2) A's and B's in math science courses
3) Completion of all assignments
4) Submission of all report cards
5) At least one math class every year: Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus
6) At least one science class every year: Biology, Chemistry, Physics

If a student does not meet the requirements listed above, s/he is placed on academic probation and given one semester to show improvement.

Assignments
Students are given assignments periodically during the school year. These assignments sometimes involve collecting information about the student and his/her courses and academic participation.

Fieldtrips
Students are invited to attend fieldtrips during the school year also. These trips usually include a tour of a university or cultural events. All RMSC events are free for participants.