Rennert Summer Plus! New York (Ages 13-17)
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Rennert International Summer Plus! New York is an all-inclusive language program for teenagers aged 13-17 combining English language courses with optional electives in Broadway and Performance Arts, Fashion, University Bound and American Sports. The Summer Plus! New York program offers the complete package of creative workshops, activities and excursions to New York City and the opportunity to experience student life on an American college campus.
A trip to New York City is the experience of a lifetime. With famous attractions like Times Square, Central Park, the Empire State Building and Yankee Stadium—to name just a few—NYC packs more to see and do into one compact area than any other place on earth. Each of the City’s five boroughs (Manhattan, Staten Island, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx) contains its own list of must-see destinations, great restaurants, cultural hot spots and unforgettable activities.
RENNERT SUMMER PLUS! NEW YORK AT A GLANCE
- Location: Brooklyn, New York City, United States of America
- Age Range: 13 – 17
- Maximum number of students: 73
- Number of lessons per week: 10 General English lessons + 10 elective lessons
- Plus! field trip or workshop per week in the chosen option
- Maximum number of students per class: 15
- Ratio of staff to students: 1 : 15
- Number of excursions per week: 1 full-day and 3 half-day excursions each week
- Accommodation: Residential
Rennert Summer Plus! New York: Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, New York, United States
“Of all the teenage programs I offer in the United States, this is one of my all-time favorites. Rennert International in New York was the first language school with whom I began working just as soon as Marshall Language Services was founded in 2001, and of the hundreds of students that I have sent there, I have never had anything but positive feedback from parents and students. The Rennert teenage programs in New York (and Miami) were among the first on the market to offer specialized subjects like Art or Sports studies beyond the standard English lessons. The junior program directors understood that many students had done grammar throughout the school year, and wanted to learn by studying and participating in topics that interested them. New York Summer Plus! offers both classes and excursions for options like Broadway Performance and Fashion that are relevant to this location, and the whole program is particularly appealing for its destination—what teenager doesn’t want to go New York City?! The Brooklyn College campus, where the program is held, also offers participants two advantages, one, the safe, green, classic American-style university campus where the students stay at night and can spend time socializing, also with the American students there taking classes over the summer, and two, the sights of New York City just 30 minutes away in the many excursions that this program offers. Parents will not have to worry about supervision in either of these venues—the Rennert staff has always been extra vigilant in keeping track of their students’ whereabouts on their programs in large cities. If parents desire it, they can also accompany their children on vacation in New York while studying at the Rennert adult school, on either the General English, or as would be more recommendable for their ages, the excellent Professional Programs. There are also a few other schools in New York that can accept much younger siblings on children’s programs. Otherwise, for just teenagers who want to study English in America in the nation’s most exciting city, this is the place to go.”
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Why study English on the Rennert International Summer Plus! New York Program?
- Rennert International is the premier school in New York for studying English as a foreign language. It was founded 40 years ago by Cesar Rennert, an industry leader in foreign language teaching, and remains the school of reference for other schools.
- Rennert International is a founding member of the prestigious IALC association, and has been shortlisted for the ST Magazine’s Best Language School in North America Star Award for the last 5 years.
- The Rennert Summer Plus! New York program is held at the Brooklyn College campus, which is located next to its own subway station.
- The Rennert Summer Plus! New York program offers students the opportunity to experience both the unique culture of New York City as well as student life on an American college campus.
- The Rennert Summer Plus! New York program includes General English lessons and an elective course option from the following topics: Broadway and Performance Arts, Fashion, University Bound (University Preparation) and American Sports studies.
- The Rennert Summer Plus! New York program includes residential accommodation at a student dormitory on campus.
- The Rennert Summer Plus! New York program is able to offer exciting activities, as well as excursions to famous landmarks in New York City.
The facilities
THE BROOKLYN COLLEGE FACILITIES AT A GLANCE
- Technology-equipped classrooms
- Computer lab
- Courtyard
- Basketball courts
- Dance studios
- Sports fields
- Auditorium and rehearsal spaces
- Campus store
- Medical facility
MORE ON THE RENNERT SUMMER PLUS! NEW YORK PROGRAM SERVICES
Student Welfare
The safety and welfare of students is of prime importance to Rennert New York, and staff will provide 24-hour supervision to make sure that students always feel a home away from home. In the Brooklyn College, a private security staff monitors student only access to all buildings and campus property.
Airport Transfers
Airport transfers to and from JFK, La Guardia and Newark airports are available at an additional cost. Parents who require this service for their children will need to furnish the flight information to Marshall Language Services so that the transfer can be organized, and will detailed instructions on what the child should do when their flight arrives. It is also possible for parents to accompany their children to the Brooklyn College campus in person. When the program is over, Rennert staff will accompany the participants back to the airport and check them into their flights. If they are traveling as unaccompanied minors, they will hand over the children to airline staff.
The courses
Course Content and Sample Timetable
The Rennert Summer Plus! New York program provides:
- International classes
- 20 lessons per week
- 1 workshop or field trip each week related to the Plus! Elective
- All educational materials
- Certificate of studies at the end of the student’s stay
The Rennert Summer Plus! New York program is available for learners of all levels and includes 10 General English lessons and 10 Plus! elective classes per week, for which students can choose Broadway and Performance Arts, Fashion, University Bound and American Sports. Every week students will have a workshop or a field trip related to their chosen Plus! elective. The program also includes 1 full-day excursion and 3 half-day excursions in New York City each week.
Broadway and Performance Arts
Students will immerse themselves in acting techniques and elements of theater performance. Field trips are organized in conjunction with the Tom Todoroff professional actors’ studio.
Fashion
Students will study the entire spectrum of the fashion world from design to production. Field trips and workshops include showroom of New York Designers and the Museum of Fashion.
University Bound (University Preparation)
Students will develop the skills to excel in an academic setting. The course includes a résumé workshop as well as visits to local universities.
See a sample timetable here for this option.
American Sports studies
Students will explore the fascinating history of American sports and discover the diverse range of careers in the field of professional athletics. Field trips include trips to indoor sports centers and a basketball workshop.
Acting Workshop
This is an optional add-on workshop that will cover all aspects of a Broadway actor’s life and will give students the chance to observe a professional Acting Studio Workshop led by Tom Todoroff at the Tom Todoroff Studio in Manhattan. A world-renowned acting coach, Tom Todoroff has guided professional actors like Samuel L. Jackson and Liam Neeson through specially-designed exercises to improve their acting for theater, film, and television.
Summer Plus! Curriculum Overview
New York Plus! Sample Excursions Calendar
Residential Accommodation
The Rennert Summer Plus! New York program includes residential accommodation at the Brooklyn College campus. Students are placed into co-ed dormitory halls with separate male and female suites. Each suite contains two bedrooms (double and single rooms) with a kitchen and en-suite bathrooms. Wi-fi connection is available in residence. The student residences also offer free Wi-Fi, 24-hour fitness center, music room, student lounge with games, TVs and a kitchen.
Meals
Rennert Summer Plus! New York program includes a half board meal plan on weekdays. On excursions and field trips students will dine at local restaurants around New York City. Special dietary options are also available upon request..
Laundry
Bed linen and towels will be provided. Students must do their own laundry at the campus laundry facilities.
Insurance
Insurance covering medical and travel assistance, personal liability and trip cancellation is not included in the price of the program. Marshall Language Services has a policy available through Guard.Me that covers these elements, as well as an additional policy through CareMed that covers cancellation under a wider range of circumstances, including the need to repeat school exams. A summary of these policies may be downloaded below.
Dates and Fees
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Rennert International Miami is the English language school par excellence located in South Beach, Miami, a city full of contemporary art, Art Deco glamour and an exciting nightlife. With the smallest class sizes and the largest selection of English courses of schools in the city, Rennert has much to offer international students in one of America’s most vibrant cities.
RENNERT INTERNATIONAL NEW YORK
Rennert International New York is the oldest language school in New York and the leader in English as a second language teaching. With the smallest class sizes and the largest selection of English courses of schools in the city, and a wide range of activities led by its teachers, Rennert has much to offer international students in the city that never sleeps.
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