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Advanced Creative Writing (Ages 11-14)
Already taken one of our creative writing classes? Already have a story started? The advanced workshop is a great place to go next or a place to start for serious writers. You should come into the class with a piece of writing already in production and be ready to jump into creative writing activities and writer’s workshop on Day 1.
Advanced Robotics (Ages 11-14)
Take charge of your future by controlling robots to solve unique creative challenges with your team. Program your robots in the Python coding language using visual and text-based coding tools. Explore the scientific method to observe, plan, test, and modify your robotic approach to problem-solving.
Advanced Robotics (Ages 8-10)
Take charge of your future by controlling robots to solve unique creative challenges with your team. Program your robots in the Python coding language using visual and text-based coding tools. Explore the scientific method to observe, plan, test, and modify your robotic approach to problem-solving.
A.I. Adventures - Intro to Machine Learning (Ages 11-14)
Explore the world of artificial intelligence to design fully interactive games and experiences using cutting-edge technology. This program combines artificial intelligence with coding to create an unforgettable learning adventure.
A.I. Adventures - Intro to Machine Learning (Ages 8-10)
Explore the world of artificial intelligence to design fully interactive games and experiences using cutting-edge technology. This program combines artificial intelligence with coding to create an unforgettable learning adventure.
Art Growth: Cultivating Your Talents in Drawing Fundamentals (Ages 11-14)
In this course, we’ll dive into the world of drawing basics. You’ll get hands-on with various concepts and techniques to build your drawing skills.
Creative Writing: Short Stories (Ages 11-14)
This course exposes students to creative writing in the form of short story. The goal is to allow students to explore their creative sides and find their inner voices. Students will grow skills in relation to style, voice, organization, and content. Please come prepared with a notebook, laptop, or tablet.
Introduction to Film (Ages 11-14)
This introductory film class will give students a foundation of the core elements of filmmaking, including composition and camera, writing and story structure, and editing and sound design.
Math Enrichment: Bridge to Algebra 1 (Ages 11-14)
This course will review key concepts from the previous year to solidify students’ knowledge as well as introduce early concepts from the next level math course.
Math Enrichment: Bridge to Geometry (Ages 11-14)
This course will review key concepts from the previous year to solidify students’ knowledge as well as introduce early concepts from the next level math course.
Math Models (Ages 11-14)
Use models to help solve real-world problems. Students will hone their problem-solving skills and learn how math affects everyday scenarios. This class is perfect for a rising 6th-9th grade student who enjoys math and is especially interested in critical thinking, discussion, and application.
Minecraft® Modders (Ages 11-14)
Customize your own Minecraft world and mod the classic game in this one-of-a-kind class. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods. Students will create a wide variety of new elements, gameplay mechanics, and world-generating mods to change the way you play Minecraft.
Minecraft® Modders (Ages 8-10)
Customize your own Minecraft world and mod the classic game in this one-of-a-kind class. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods. Students will create a wide variety of new elements, gameplay mechanics, and world-generating mods to change the way you play Minecraft.
Model United Nations (Ages 11-14)
Assume the role of an ambassador and represent your country to solve current world issues. Throughout the week, students will research a world problem, develop solutions, and negotiate consensus with their peers.
Pokémon® Masters: Designs & 3D Makers Unite! (Ages 11-14)
Calling all PokeMasters who want to be the designers of the future! Use your Pokemon imagination and bring your ideas to life. Begin by creating your own digital Pokemon-style custom-playing card game. Progress onto designing action figures, jewelry, and toys in professional-level modeling software.