Introducing “LatinSummer Birmingham,” a two-week summer enrichment program that provides students in grades 1-7 a unique chance to learn about Latin and the classical world! Creative and enthusiastic instructors will provide a wide array of exciting and hands-on activities that introduce students to many varied aspects of classical and conversational Latin, Greco-Roman mythology, and Roman culture and daily life. No prior knowledge of Latin or Classics is required. An all-new curriculum awaits both new and returning students!
The popular LatinSummer programs have been offered many times over the past decade in locations across the nation. LatinSummer Birmingham will run from 9:00 am – 12:30 pm on weekdays from July 14 – 25 at Samford University in Homewood. LatinSummer is sponsored by the nonprofit Ascanius: The Classics Youth Institute and the Samford University Department of Classics. Registration fee is $275 with significantly reduced rates also available depending on financial need. Tee-shirts provided! Registrations are accepted by mail or online through May 31. For more information and to register, please visit www.ascaniusyci.org/birmingham – this summer, let’s carpe diem and do as the Romans did!
