Youth Programs

All Classes are Virtual

Home technical requirements for all classes include: • Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM • Internet: Broadband internet • Webcam • Microphone and speakers • Google Meet

Multiplayer Minecraft: Colosseum Builder

grades 1 to 6

Become the architect of mini-game battle arenas! Build your own arena, then challenge your friends. Students will get a copy of the world map to take home and expand on. The class will be using the PC/Java Edition of Minecraft. Additional Technical Requirement: • Minecraft Java Edition • PC needed, will not work on Chromebook, tablets, or phones

Saturdays, September 10 & 17........................................ 8-10am $72 res; $86 nr

Video Production for YouTube: Podcasting

grades 4 to 7

Learn how to produce on YouTube - Learn the ins and out of producing your own podcast. Explore ideas, make a script map, and more. This class will also go over refining your audio using Audacity. Edit your video, add transitions, insert a soundtrack, and then share your finished video with the world. Additional Technical Requirements: • Cell Phone video camera or external webcam • Imovie (Mac) or Filmdora (Windows trial version) software • Audacity free software download

Saturdays, September 10 & 17....................10:30am-12:30pm $60 res; $72 nr

Game Coding: Super Mario

grades 2 to 6

In this class, we introduce students to programming concepts using Scratch. Scratch is a drag-and-drop creative coding platform developed by MIT. Students will be instructed to make a Mario Kart style game. Then pick custom characters, track to customize their games. Additional Technical Requirements: • PC needed, will not work on Chromebook, tablets, or phones

Saturday, September 24............................................. 9am-noon $55 res; $65 nr

3D Printing & CAD

grades 2 to 6

New projects this semester. This 3D printing camp takes students through the 3D printing process from start to finish. Students will design 3D objects using TinkerCAD (online web app), and use the 3D slicing program Cura to bring their creations to life. This course serves as an excellent introduction to 3D printing and is ideal for students who like to draw, design, imagine, and see their creations come to life. Students will be designing 1-2 objects, and the 3D print will be mailed home. No experience is necessary, but familiarity with doing common tasks using a computer and keyboarding is required. Additional Technical Requirements: • Cura (free download)

Saturdays, October 8 & 15 ................................................ 8-10am $85 res; $95 nr

Youth Programs

Minecraft Mod Development: Amour

grades 3 to 7

Learn to make Java mods for Minecraft Java Edition using MCreator. Customize your gaming experience. MCreator is a great tool to learn Minecraft modding and to learn concepts of software programming. Students should be comfortable with keyboarding, and, of course, playing Minecraft. At the end of the class, take home your mods to share with family and friends. Additional Technical Requirements: • Minecraft Java Edition • PC only will not work on Apple, Mac, Chromebook, tablets, or phones. • MCreator - free downloadable software

Saturdays, October 8 & 15 ............................10:30am-12:30pm $75 res; $90 nr

Multiplayer Minecraft: City Builder

grades 1 to 6

Collaborate with fellow students to construct a city. Students will take home their completed world files at the end of class. Beginners and experienced Minecrafters alike will love this action-packed camp. Additional Technical Requirements: • Minecraft Java Edition • PC will not work on Chromebook, tablets, or phones

Thursdays, October 6 & 13 ............................................6-7:30pm $72 res; $85 nr

Video Production for YouTube

grades 3 to 8

Learn how to create YouTube content! Shoot videos, edit sound, and create an online presence with YouTube. YouTube is the top destination for online videos. Learn tricks that pro filmmakers use for better shots, lighting, and sounds. Edit your video, add transitions, insert a soundtrack. Then share your finished video with the world. Additional Technical Requirements: • Cell phone video camera or external webcam • iMovie (Mac) or Filmdora (Windows trial version) software

Saturdays, November 12 & 19.....................10:30am-12:30pm $72 res; $85 nr

Advanced Minecraft: Command Block

grades 3 to 7

Get ready to wire up your Minecraft worlds with command blocks and Redstone. Even if you are a seasoned Minecraft pro, there is plenty for you to learn. From basic traps to powered machines, Redstone offers Minecraft players a whole new range of opportunities to create amazing things. Minecraft’s command block is a pseudo-programming language that consists of logic and execution written in text. We’ll learn to spawn creatures, teleport all over your world, and make multiplayer games. Additional Technical Requirements: • Minecraft Java Edition • Need PC, will not work on Chromebooks, tablets, or phones

Saturdays, December 3 & 10 ........................................... 8-10am $72 res; $85 nr

Minecraft: Battle the Ender Dragon

grades 2 to 6

Get ready to face the biggest challenge in Minecraft, defeating The Ender Dragon. Work collaboratively with students to brainstorm and develop strategies to defeat this enemy. Learn techniques to create tools, prep equipment, gather resources, brew potions, use enchantments, and craft armor to use in battle. Additional Technical Requirements: • Minecraft Java Edition • Need PC, will not work on Chromebook, tablets, or phones

Tuesday, December 27 & Wednesday, December 28........................................ 9am-noon $110 res; $125 nr