High School Summer Kickstart

A summer program for rising high school freshmen from the St. Louis area. Our High School Summer Kickstart program is an exciting opportunity for students to build a strong foundation for high school success. This program offers a comprehensive schedule designed to prepare students for the challenges and opportunities they will encounter in high school and beyond. Activities include workshops, hands-on experiments, and small group work.

This program is ideal for students looking to be better prepared to navigate the academic and social challenges of high school. This program is noncredit. 

Students in High School Summer Kickstart commute to campus. We provide a full daily schedule that includes classes, lunch, and social activities. Students are supervised at all times by our dedicated program staff. 

Build a Strong Foundation

High School Summer Kickstart activities are designed to develop essential skills in goal-setting, communciation, teamwork, and collaboration. Students can expect to grow an appreciation for the liberal arts and explore further topics that interest them.