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Summer 2024 Participant Guide

We are excited for the prospect of you joining us this year. When students become Stanford Middle School Scholars they develop skills to apply to and thrive at Stanford Online High School (OHS), and other academically rigorous high schools.

Preparing for Stanford Middle School Scholars Program (SMSSP)

As you prepare for your summer and fall semester as a Stanford Middle School Scholar, please review the information on these pages carefully.

Enrollment Steps
There are a number of steps you need to complete to enroll in the program. Please see the Program Details below for instructions.
Technology Requirements
To participate in your program, you will need a laptop or desktop computer, webcam, headphones, a microphone and internet connection. Students may request technical equipment through the Device Lending Program (see Enrollment Agreement).
Program Information
As the start of your program approaches, our team will email participants with information about the program schedule, technology platforms, and other tips for preparing for the first day.

Program Details

Scholars attend one three-week online summer course, and weekly online after-school meetings during the fall. Scholars are required to attend both the summer and fall semester components of the program.
Online Program Policies
Online Experience and Platforms
Enrollment Steps
Parent/Legal Guardian Guide

Communication and Mailing

During the summer and academic year, parents and legal guardians can be in touch with Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies staff via our Contact Us form. To prevent important emails from getting caught in spam filters, please add precollegiate@stanford.edu to your “safe sender” list.