Kids on Campus: Virtual

Keep your kids and teens active and engaged with one of our courses!

Don’t forget to check out our Kids on Campus in-person offerings.

How to Register

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Courses

A.I. Designers & Developers

Uncover the mysteries of artificial intelligence! This program readies the next generation of AI engineers as they work with customized machine learning models for a variety of scenarios. Students will also gain experience in block-based coding skills while building interactive projects and games. From simulating self-driving racecars to teaching robots how to play video games, push the boundaries of what is possible with the help of AI! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

*Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.

VIRTUAL, AGES 8 – 11: Sections ZKOC 544 701, ZKOC 544 702, ZKOC 544 705, and ZKOC 544 706    

VIRTUAL, AGES 11 – 14: Sections ZKOC 544 700, ZKOC 544 703, and ZKOC 544 704
 

A.I. Designers & Developers
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays, 8/17 - 8/21
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
ZKOC-544 706 0 seats left $189Section Full

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Code Breakers

AGES 8-14

Calling all future coders, programmers, and designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day, and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be a Silicon Valley CEO or the high school student who just made a million dollars for programming in her bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. *Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.

Code Breakers
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Monday, Wednesdays, 11/2 - 11/25
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
ZKOC-314 500 15 seats left $179

Make Your First 3D Video Game

AGES 8-14

In this Black Rocket classic, you will go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design classes and create an immersive 3D world. Students will learn the physics behind 3D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling the flow of gameplay, and storytelling. Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family projects are only compatible with Windows devices. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Ages: 8-14 *Compatible with Windows OS only. 

Make Your First 3D Video Game
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Monday, Wednesdays, 10/5 - 10/28
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
ZKOC-297 500 15 seats left $179
Tuesday, Thursdays, 10/6 - 10/29
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
ZKOC-297 501 15 seats left $179

Make Your First Video Game!

Our classic game design camp reimagined to include even more of what you love! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that gives you the keys to designing your first 2D platformer game. Conceptualization, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we’ll explore. No prior experience is necessary, just a desire to have fun! Student projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

In-person Instructor: Gabrielle Canzeri

*Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.

IN-PERSON, GRADES 3-5: Section ZKOC 421 708

IN-PERSON, GRADES 6-8: Section ZKOC 421 709

VIRTUAL, AGES 8 – 11: Sections ZKOC 421 701, ZKOC 421 702, ZKOC 421 705, and ZKOC 421 706

VIRTUAL, AGES 11-14: Sections ZKOC 421 700, ZKOC 421 703, ZKOC 421 704, and ZKOC 421 707
 

Make Your First Video Game!
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays, 8/17 - 8/21
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
ZKOC-421 706 0 seats left $189Section Full

Call to be added to wait list
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays, 8/17 - 8/21
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
ZKOC-421 707 0 seats left $189Section Full

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Minecraft Modders

AGES 8-14

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®. Projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Projects from this class require the Java version of Minecraft®. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft® are not compatible. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. *Compatible with MAC & Windows OS only and requires a 64-bit operating system.

Minecraft Modders
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Saturdays, 11/14 - 12/19
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
ZKOC-339 500 15 seats left $179

Minecraft Redstone Engineers

AGES 8-14

Take the next step beyond simply playing Minecraft® and become a true Redstone engineer. Expand your Redstone knowledge by constructing your own carnival with a variety of mini-games, roller coasters, and attractions powered by Redstone. Learn how to use Command and Structure blocks to incorporate them into your builds. Activate your skills and take your Minecraft® structures to the next level! Projects from this class require the Java version of Minecraft®. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft® are not compatible. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. *Online is compatible with MAC and Windows OS only.

Minecraft Redstone Engineers
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays, 8/17 - 8/21
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
ZKOC-424 706 0 seats left $189Section Full

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Monday, Wednesdays, 11/2 - 11/25
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
ZKOC-424 500 15 seats left $179

Python Programmers

AGES 8-14

Want to learn the world’s fastest-growing program language, favored by Google and NASA? Discover how to code with Python using accessible web-based platforms that guide students through a series of daily lessons. Build fundamental tech literacy while creatively solving software engineering challenges! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program and their work can be saved on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. *Compatible with MAC, windows and Chrome OS.

Python Programmers
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Tuesday, Thursdays, 10/6 - 10/29
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
ZKOC-356 500 15 seats left $179

Roblox Club

AGES 8-14

Are you an avid ROBLOX® player and creator? Join us on Friday nights to collaborate and play mini games with one of our ROBLOX® coaches and make new friends in a safe and fun environment.

Roblox Club
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Fridays, 10/9 - 11/13
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
ZKOC-439 500 15 seats left $99

Roblox Makers

AGES 8-14

Unlock the power of Roblox® Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world Roblox® developers! Learn how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your Roblox® world. Bring characters to life with unique animations you design. Student-created projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. *Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only.

No class 11/26

Roblox Makers
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/3 - 12/1
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
ZKOC-354 500 15 seats left $179

YouTube Content Creators

AGES 8 -14

Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixteen, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube® star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube® and how to find your own niche. Learn the dos and don’ts of the platform and how to practice good digital citizenship. Develop your on-camera presence, your own channel branding, and professional editing skills. Take home a plan for launching your own channel with the content created in class! Student projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. *Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only.  *A webcam is required for this course online.

YouTube Content Creators
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays, 8/17 - 8/21
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
ZKOC-404 706 0 seats left $189Section Full

Call to be added to wait list
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays, 8/17 - 8/21
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
ZKOC-404 707 0 seats left $189Section Full

Call to be added to wait list
Saturdays, 10/3 - 11/14
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
ZKOC-404 500 15 seats left $179
Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/3 - 12/1
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
ZKOC-404 501 15 seats left $179

Young Investors and Entrepreneurs

AGES 8-14

Learn the secrets of building financial wealth and security! Whether you want to build the next great American company, become a Wall Street tycoon, or be the millionaire next door by investing wisely - this camp is for you! In this course, you will learn the basics of investing in the stock market, the difference between assets and liabilities, the importance of diversification, and how to evaluate companies. You will also develop your own business plan and present your ideas to your peers to compete for their investments in a mock “Shark Tank”-style activity. *This course requires access to computers with internet to complete market research.

Young Investors and Entrepreneurs
Schedule Section Seats Left Cost Register
Monday, Wednesdays, 10/5 - 10/28
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
ZKOC-487 500 15 seats left $179

Get in Touch

Office of Workforce Development and Community Education

Fitzgibbons Health Technologies Center, Room 334

Fax: (518) 629-8103

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (excluding college holidays and vacations)