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Ages 15+. If you are taking the SAT and only need preparation in the verbal section, you should take this updated course. Verbal preparation includes vocabulary and reading comprehension such as understanding the author’s message, rhetoric, synthesis, and understanding relationships in passages. Test taking tips will be included. The class simulates a test-taking environment with practice tests and exercises. This course is for high school students.

Ages 15+. If you are taking the SAT and only need preparation in the math section, you should take this updated course. Math preparation includes multi-step problems with applications in science, social science, career scenarios, and other real-life contexts. Students should have completed Algebra II. Test taking tips will be included. The class simulates a test-taking environment with practice tests and exercises. You must bring a calculator. This course is for high school students.

Ages 8-10. Unlock the potential of ROBLOX Studio, the powerful world-building tool used by real Roblox developers! Students will learn to build 3D models, design interactive adventures, and bring characters to life with custom animations they create. 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. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week. 

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. Students will construct machine learning models that use image and text recognition within block-based cod- ing software to build a portfolio of projects. 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. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week.

Ages 13+. This course prepares students to become responsible, confident caregivers. Students will learn CPR, First Aid, and emergency response skills, along with safe childcare practices and strategies for engaging children of different ages. The course also covers managing child behaviors, ensuring household safety, and building professionalism. In addition, students will gain business skills to market and manage a babysitting service. Upon successful completion, participants earn a two-year CPR certification from the American Heart Association and a Credly Digital Badge to showcase their accomplishment. 2 days.

Ages 11–14. Welcome to STEAM Day! This one-day experience is divided into a morning and afternoon session, each featuring a different topic designed to give you a hands-on preview of your selected class. Morning session: Digital Music Production: Design your own beats or remix a mashup of your favorite songs to become a digital composer and sound engineer. Students will record sound, make sound effects, and mix their own tracks. Afternoon session: Droids and Bots: From R2-D2 to the Roomba. In this cutting-edge class, you will learn the basics of task robotics including the mechanics, controls, and movements. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 day. Please send your student(s) with a non-perishable lunch, as students will have a supervised lunch from 12–12:30 p.m.

Ages 8–10. Welcome to STEAM Day! This one-day experience is divided into a morning and afternoon session, each featuring a different topic designed to give you a hands-on preview of your selected class. Morning session: App Design: Build game apps you can play everywhere and anywhere using a web-based development tool. Learn in-demand skills like programming events and coding controls for a touch screen or keyboard and mouse. Afternoon session: Digital Music Production: Design your own beats or remix a mashup of your favorite songs to become a digital composer and sound engineer. Students will record sound, make sound effects, and mix their own tracks. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 day. Please send your student(s) with a non-perishable lunch, as students will have a supervised lunch from 12–12:30 p.m

Ages 8–10. Welcome to STEAM Day! This one-day experience is divided into a morning and afternoon session, each featuring a different topic designed to give you a hands-on preview of your selected class. Morning session: Droids and Bots: From R2-D2 to the Roomba. In this cutting-edge class, you will learn the basics of task robotics including the mechanics, controls, and movements. Afternoon session: Artificial Intelligence: Explore the world of artificial intelligence to design fully interactive games. Students will construct machine learning models that use image and text recognition within block-based coding software to build projects. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 day. Please send your student(s) with a non-perishable lunch, as students will have a supervised lunch from 12–12:30 p.m.

Ages 8–10. Welcome to STEAM Day! This one-day experience is divided into a morning and afternoon session, each featuring a different topic designed to give you a hands-on preview of your selected class. Morning session: Roblox Makers: Unlock the power of Roblox Studio©, the world creation tool used by real world Roblox developers to create 3D models! Learn the foundations of creating a Roblox world. Afternoon session: App Design: Build game apps you can play everywhere and anywhere using a web-based development tool. Learn in-demand skills like programming events and coding controls for a touch screen or keyboard and mouse. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 day. Please send your student(s) with a non-perishable lunch, as students will have a supervised lunch from 12–12:30 p.m.

Ages 8–10. Welcome to STEAM Day! This one-day experience is divided into a morning and afternoon session, each featuring a different topic designed to give you a hands-on preview of your selected class. Morning session: YouTube Content Creators: It’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star! Learn the basics of video editing, the Dos and Don’ts of posting on YouTube, and how to practice good digital citizenship. Create your first video ready for primetime. Afternoon session: Video Game Animation: Take your game design skills to the next level! In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to create and animate a sprite in a 2D Video Game environment. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 day. Please send your student(s) with a non-perishable lunch, as students will have a supervised lunch from 12–12:30 p.m.

Ages 11–14. Welcome to STEAM Day! This one-day experience is divided into a morning and afternoon session, each featuring a different topic designed to give you a hands-on preview of your selected class. Morning session: Digital Music Production: Design your own beats or remix a mashup of your favorite songs to become a digital composer and sound engineer. Students will record sound, make sound effects, and mix their own tracks. Afternoon session: Roblox Makers: Unlock the power of Roblox Studio©, the world creation tool used by real world Roblox developers to create 3D models! Learn the foundations of creating a Roblox world. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 day. Please send your student(s) with a non-perishable lunch, as students will have a supervised lunch from 12–12:30 p.m.

Ages 11–14. Welcome to STEAM Day! This one-day experience is divided into a morning and afternoon session, each featuring a different topic designed to give you a hands-on preview of your selected class. Morning session: Artificial Intelligence: Explore the world of artificial intelligence to design fully interactive games. Students will construct machine learning models that use image and text recognition within block-based coding software to build projects. Afternoon session: Video Game Animation: Take your game design skills to the next level! In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to create and animate a sprite in a 2D Video Game environment. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 day. Please send your student(s) with a non-perishable lunch, as students will have a supervised lunch from 12–12:30 p.m.

Ages 11–14. Welcome to STEAM Day! This one-day experience is divided into a morning and afternoon session, each featuring a different topic designed to give you a hands-on preview of your selected class. Morning session: App Design: Build game apps you can play everywhere and anywhere using a web-based development tool. Learn in-demand skills like programming events and coding controls for a touch screen or keyboard and mouse. Afternoon session: YouTube Content Creators: It’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star! Learn the basics of video editing, the Dos and Don’ts of posting on YouTube, and how to practice good digital citizenship. Create your first video ready for primetime. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 day. Please send your student(s) with a non-perishable lunch, as students will have a supervised lunch from 12–12:30 p.m.