Overview
Stepping into the dynamic environment of St. John's College Summer Academy in scenic Santa Fe, young learners find themselves immersed in an engaging, discussion-driven learning experience unlike any other. This summer camp is not the typical learning environment where the faculty take center stage. Here, every voice matters. Every question, every idea, fuels the conversation, empowering students to take hold of their educational journey.
This is a taste of education at its most genuine - a hands-on exploration of the liberal arts, enticing for every high school student between 15 to 18 years of age. For a week, students are invited to delve deep into compelling texts, art, and music, sparking stimulating discussions guided by the esteemed faculty of St. John's College.
The Summer Academy is more than just classroom activities. It is a snapshot of college life, complete with dormitory living, dining hall meals, and the camaraderie of fellow students. But it's not all work and no play - off-campus excursions offer a delightful peek into the rich culture, history, and stunning landscapes of Northern New Mexico.
The camp's diverse academic offerings - ranging from seminar and lab, language, logic & rhetoric, to math, and music - are all geared towards nurturing critical thinking and confidence in one's intellectual abilities. The Socratic teaching method, central to the camp's ethos, encourages participants to think independently, express their thoughts boldly, and discover the joy of learning through conversation.
At St. John's College Summer Academy, learning is a shared journey, an adventure of the mind that is as rewarding as it is fun. This is the perfect place for young minds to grow, to question, to explore - and to prepare for the exciting world of college.
