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Pat White Center At Ben Lomond
10501 Copeland Drive, Manassas, VA 20109 (703) 792-8320
AEROSPACE CAMP Ages 11-15
Learn all about careers in the space industry, and learn what it takes to be an engineer, scientist, or even an astronaut! Campers will work in teams to simulate a space mission using flight simulators, conducting science experiments, and building model rockets. Be inspired and learn what it takes to explore the final frontier. Jul 25-29 / 9a-3p M-F $275 207190 BA
Coding in Minecraft with LUA and Animation using Minecraft- w/ CyberTeck Academy - FULL DAY Jul 11-15 / 9a-4p M-F $375 Ages 10-14 207190 BE Jul 11-15 / 9a-4p M-F $375 Ages 6-9 207190 BF Aug 8-12 / 9a-4p M-F $375 Ages 6-9 207190 BG Aug 8-12 / 9a-4p M-F $375 Ages 10-14 207190 BH
COMBO ROBLOX, IMAGINATIVE GAME DESIGN AND CODING AND DESIGN WITH SCRATCH W/CYBERTECK ACADEMY
Combo Roblox, Imaginative Game Design” provides students with hands-on experiences in innovation and the underlying mechanics of 3D gaming and will learn basic programming concepts using a simple drag-and-drop interface within the software Scratch, a project developed by the MIT Media Lab. Jun 21-24 / 9a-4p T-F $300 Ages 6-9 207190 BI Jun 21-24 / 9a-4p T-F $300 Ages 10-14 207190 BJ Aug 8-12 / 9a-4p M-F $375 Ages 10-14 207190 BK Aug 8-12 / 9a-4p M-F $375 Ages 6-9 207190 BL
LEGO ROBOTICS CAMP: WILD SAFARI Ages 6-12
Explore the animal kingdom in this WeDo 2.0 LEGO Robotics Camp where you will build and code swinging monkeys, fierce Silverback gorillas, cute Koalas and more robots that climb, move, bite and roll! At the end of the week, campers receive a T-shirt. Campers are to bring lunch, 2 snacks and water bottle. Campers are to bring lunch, 2 snacks and water bottle. Jun 27-Jul 1 / 9a-4p M-F $449 207190 BM
ART ATTACK Ages 4-5 Dive into a week-long, hands-on world of art making. Each day we will focus on exploring different mediums of art, taking our inspiration from the natural world around us. Get ready to have some fun learning about watercolor magic tricks, making sculptures using found art, sketching in nature, drawing sounds, and creating self portraits using our whole bodies! Jul 25-29 / 9a-12p M-F $116 207005 BA INTRO TO COLOR CHANGE GRAPHICS Ages 9-14
This class will introduce what color change graphics is all about; what products are use; and how is can be applied. We will be wrapping/color change model cars, or an item of their choice with a certain color of choice. Jul 18-22 / 9a-12p M-F $250 207005 BC
CHESS CAMP Ages 6-12 In Chess Camp, campers play and learn chess with Silver Knights! We’ve taught 100,000 children including national champions, but most students are beginners looking to learn and have fun! Campers are broken up in groups by skill level. Activities include learning the rules, openings, tactics, endgames, studying master games, and playing lots of games against other students, which may be done via tablet or computer for safety reasons. Campers will take breaks for snacks and fresh air. At the end of the week, campers receive a t-shirt and chess set. All equipment provided. Full day campers are to bring: lunch, 2 snacks and water bottle. Jun 27-Jul 1 / 9a-12p M-F $229 207020 BA Jun 27-Jul 1 / 9a-4p M-F $379 207190 BB
CODING IN MINECRAFT WITH LUA W/CYBERTECK ACADEMY
Using a custom mod called “Computercraft”, students will learn how to program robots called “Turtles” inside the world of Minecraft. In this class, students will be introduced to LUA, a simple scripting language used to develop games such as Angry Birds, where they will learn how to program if-then-else statements, for-while loops, and implement their own functions. Kids will utilize problem-solving skills by learning how to program their robots to complete various tasks and objectives such as programming their turtles to automatically build, mine, and craft items and structures. Software: Minecraft Skill Level: BeginnerIntermediate Jul 11-15 / 9a-12p M-F $250 Ages 10-14 207199 BE Jul 11-15 / 9a-12p M-F $250 Ages 6-9 207199 BF
CREATIVE CUISINE COOKING
Learn cooking skills that will help you cook like a pro. Our recipes are finger lickin’ good! Bon appetite! Sorry, we are unable to make special allergy accommodations. Recipes/products may contain eggs, dairy, nuts or made in a factory where nuts products are produced. Camp starts on Tuesday. Jul 5-8 / 10:30a-12p T-F $98 Ages 5-7 207007 BA Jul 5-8 / 1p-2:30p T-F $98 Ages 8-11 207007 BB
JUNIOR FARM HAND Ages 6-8
Find out what life is like on the farm. Campers will learn how to care, feed, and protect the farm animal of the day. Each session offers different learning opportunities through hands-on interactions with the animals followed by activities that develop an understanding for the importance of farm life in our community. Team building activities like filling a water trough, moving a hay stack, and collecting the eggs will all be a part of this fun yet educational week. [See YOUNG MCDONALD on the next page for a similar offering.] Jul 18-22 / 1p-4p M-F $116 207199 BL See YOUNG MCDONALD on the next page
Ages 6-9: Introduce your child to the wonderful world of programming! Students will learn basic programming concepts using a simple drag-and-drop interface within the software Scratch, a project developed by the MIT Media Lab. Students will use their imaginations and implement creative thinking, while at the same time learning how to create and program simple games. Use pre-made art assets or create your own, and learn how to program them, to walk, talk, and interact with objects. Teach students logic and visual programming to create simple, 2D Video Game in Scratch 2.
Ages 10-14: Students will learn basic programming and logic flow and learn how to apply those concepts to create games. Using Scratch, a scripting language developed by MIT to give kids an easy entry into coding, students will go through the iterative process of creating a program or game from idea to completion. Successful students in this class will have several completed 2D games they will be able to play and show off on most computers and will have mastered the skills they need to continue making games using scratch at home. Jun 21-24 / 1p-4p T-F $200 Ages 6-9 207199 BN Jun 21-24 / 1p-4p T-F $200 Ages 10-14 207199 BO Aug 8-12 / 1p-4p M-F $250 Ages 10-14 207199 BC Aug 8-12 / 1p-4p M-F $250 Ages 6-9 207199 BD
ROBLOX, IMAGINATIVE GAME DESIGN W/CYBERTECK
ACADEMY Ages 10-14 In this course, students will advance their coding, design, and game development skills, tinkering with Roblox Studio and the Lua programming language it employs. “Roblox, Imaginative Game Design” provides students between the ages of 10 -14 with fundamental coding concepts and techniques that will allow them to eventually move on to AP Computer Science. This course is perfect for any student looking for an opportunity to advance their careers as computer engineers, game developers, and tech-savvy entrepreneurs. Software: Roblox Studio Skill Level: Intermediate. Jun 21-24 / 9a-12p T-F $200 207199 BH Aug 8-12 / 9a-12p M-F $250 207199 BI ROBLOX, IMAGINATIVE GAME DESIGN W/CYBERTECK
ACADEMY Ages 6-9 In this course, students will learn how to use coding fundamentals to strategically engineer an immersive, imaginative cosmos for one of the fastest-growing gaming platforms in the world. “Roblox, Imaginative Game Design” provides students with hands-on experiences in innovation and the underlying mechanics of 3D gaming. This is the perfect course for any student looking to advance their skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM). Do not miss your chance to publish, share, and play games with your friends. Software: Roblox Studio Skill Level: Beg. Software: Roblox Studio Skill Level: Beginner. Jun 21-24 / 9a-12p T-F $200 207199 BJ Aug 8-12 / 9a-12p M-F $250 207199 BK
ANIMATION USING MINECRAFT W/CYBERTECK ACADEMY
Ages 6-9: Will learn how characters move and look alive in movies and video games! They will be introduced to basic 2D and 3D animation techniques using Minecraft characters and stages. Kids will expand their perception, observation, and timing skills, as well as exercise their imagination and storytelling by studying motion in reality; then applying it to animation. Students will learn how animators work by completing a variety of short animation exercises and projects. Note: Returning students will learn how to use new tools in the updated 2.0 software.
Ages 10-14: Will be introduced to basic animation techniques using Minecraft characters and stages. Kids will expand their observation skills and imagination by studying motion in reality and how it influences motion in animation. Older students learn about advanced tools and techniques. Students will learn how animators work by completing a variety of short animation exercises and projects and applying basic acting theories and animation principles to scenes they create. Note: Returning students will learn how to use new tools in the updated 2.0 software. Software: Mine-mator Skill Level: Beginner. Jul 11-15 / 1p-4p M-F $250 Ages 6-9 207199 BA Jul 11-15 / 1p-4p M-F $250 Ages 10-14 207199 BB
10501 Copeland Drive, Manassas, VA 20109 (703) 792-8320
WIZARDRY CAMP Ages 8-14
Campers will start by making their own magic wand and beginning their magical studies. We will experiment with potions, learn about magical creatures, and practice our magic spells. Each day, campers will embark on a different quest, which they will use magic to complete. By the end of camp, each camper will graduate and become a full-fledge wizard. Aug 15-19 / 9a-12p M-F $139 207017 BA
YOUNG MCDONALD Ages 3-5
Young McDonald had a farm. Eee - I - Eee – I- Oh! Campers will spend the week interacting with multiple farm animals. Each day will be filled with animal care activities, meeting the new farm arrivals, and games based on the guest farm animal. This camp is designed to teach awareness and kindness for farm life. Groom a miniature pony, hug a duck, and collect eggs from a chicken! Jul 18-22 / 9a-12p M-F $116 207199 BM MAKER SPACE Ages 6-8
Ever look at something and wonder how it works; during this camp YOU can become a tinkering inventor for a week! We will put our brains to use learning all about STEAM. We’ll spend time thinking about problems and coming up with solutions for them, learning about energy, and working with our hands to build structures. Jul 18-22 / 1p-4p M-F $139 207199 BG
CREATIVE BY NATURE ARTS AND CRAFTS Ages 6-8
Get your child to explore the beauty of the great outdoors by using nature materials for various craft projects. Campers will learn not only be making art with nature but making craft for nature. What size hole does a Wren like in their birdhouse? Find out and make your own. Simple stones turn into a board game the whole family can enjoy. Keep the birds fed and visiting your backyard with your crafted birdfeeder. Jul 25-29 / 1p-4p M-F $116 207005 BB
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