SIG Online Programs - Elementary

The final deadline to apply for Session 2 is Tuesday, July 5th! Be sure to apply and enroll now to not miss the early session.

SIG Online - Elementary Enrollment Deadlines:

Session 2 (Start Date July 11): Tuesday, July 5

Session 3 (Start Date August 1): Monday, July 25

At the end of each program, students work towards the creation of a culminating product. The online SIG experience is no exception!

This product allows students to participate in independent studies in an area of interest that help them create a course-specific innovative, real-world application or solution through an original product. ​The goal is for students to utilize research and inquiry skills to create innovative products to unanswered questions in their field of interest.

Before each session, our staff is available for hands-on orientation and at the ready to answer any questions students may have before classes begin. Here is what you can expect for each session:

Student Orientation

The week before classes begin, enrolled students will be able to log in to their Canvas portal. Any login difficulties can be addressed immediately. Once logged in, students have access to the instructor bio, the syllabus for the course, course supply needs, set up their notifications, engage with classmates asynchronously, and ensure their technology is compatible for the first day/week of synchronous class meetings. By allowing students a whole week to prepare, we can ensure that everyone starts on the same page , and students can focus on the engaging course content prepared by course instructors. 

Parent Orientation

Prior to classes starting, parents are invited to attend a live, virtual orientation session with the SIG Online Central staff. The Parent Orientation provides information about the program and shares ways to help students for SIG Online coursework followed by a Q & A session. Parents will receive information regarding course structure/content, needed supplies, instruction methods, portal navigation, best practices with time management, and how to best support their student throughout the 2 weeks. Below, please find the Parent Orientation dates for each SIG Online session:

Session 2: Thursday, July 7th 5-6pm EST

Session 3: Thursday, July 28th 5-6pm EST

Here's some helpful information to help you shape your summer with SIG Online:

• Student must be age 6 by June 1 to enroll in courses.
• Each program will last 2 weeks with a live orientation before the first day of class.
• The week before each session begins, students and families will be able to connect with a live specialist to help get the course set-up and have questions answered. 
• Students will spend 8 hours total on live, synchronous learning and up to 10 hours per week on independent assignments that will culminate in a final product for the course.
• Courses meet Monday - Thursday and are scheduled between 11:00am EST and 5:00pm EST.
• Course supplies are required for specific courses and range from $25-$75 in addition to course tuition. Students are expected to secure supplies prior to the program start for course learning. 

For more details, visit our Summer Online Learning FAQs