<p>I know this is a non-CC suggestion, but I really like the idea of kids not having to think about school during the summer. I think it’s a good time to work, practice hobbies, play music, read books, hang out with friends, go camping, see some movies… take a break from everything related to school. High school is so intense now - it seems a shame when some of that intensity spills over into the summer.</p>
<p>The unfortunate exception is summer before the senior year, when it really does help to work on the essay if possible. Otherwise, I’d say to encourage your son to just have fun in all the ways that make sense to him, plus try a few more.</p>