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3D Printing: Jewelry Design
Grades 2-6 The ancient craft of jewelry making is brought to the modern world using TinkerCAD! Students will learn to build 3D models to design a pair of earrings and a ring. One design will be printed offline and mailed home. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone, and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: TinkerCAD Website (login information is provided during class) -
3D Printing: Minecraft-Inspired
Grades 3-7 Learn the ins and outs of 3D printing with TinkerCAD! Students will learn to design their own custom mobs and Minecraft-inspired creations. One design will be printed offline and mailed home. Minecraft is a Mojang Studios trademark. This class is not affiliated with them. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: TinkerCAD Website (Free, login information is provided during class) TinkerCAD Website (Free, login information is provided during class) -
Child & Babysitting Safety Program
The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from the American Safety and Health Institute offers comprehensive training to ensure safe and successful babysitting. It covers everything from starting a babysitting business to essential safety, caregiving, and first aid practices. Upon completing the course and meeting the core learning objectives, students receive a certification valid for two years, and instructions to access a digital copy of the Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) Student book. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. -
Chinese Basics: Language & Cultrue
Grades 2–4 (Attend with or without a parent)Instructor: Xinyi LynneOne registration fee covers both the student and parent (if attending together). Step into the beauty of the Chinese language and culture — together! This fun, hands-on class is designed for 2nd to 4th graders. Parents are welcome, too! Explore Mandarin Chinese side by side through songs, stories, games, and creative crafts. Each week, families will learn simple words and phrases while diving into Chinese traditions like “pretend food”, festivals, calligraphy, and more. No prior language experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to laugh and learn together. Whether you're learning how to say “hello” or creating an animal craft that’s related to zodiac, this class is all about connection: with each other, and with a rich culture that’s been around for thousands of years. Let’s build language skills, cultural understanding, and family memories — one class at a time!] -
Code Championship Tournament Series/Virtual Competition
Grades 3-9 Build a computer bot to play head-to-head against other coders! Whether this is your first Code Championship event, or if you've been competing for years, this is the perfect way to explore the competitive coding world of Code Championship. No previous coding experience necessary. The Code Championship Series is a series of four tournaments in four weeks (it's ok to miss one or two). These tournaments will be hosted online using Google Meet and the Code Championship website. If you have a modern browser like Chrome or Firefox, no additional download is required. Please come knowing how to navigate the internet (basic typing and mouse control). The link to the Google Meet event will be emailed two days before the tournament. Promotional Videos/Pictures:https://www.codechampionship.com/gallery/ -
D&D Minecraft Adventures
Grades 3-7 Online Virtual Class: Learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons. Pick and develop your character and join us for a Minecraft one-shot campaign! Minecraft is a Mojang Studios trademark. This class is not affiliated with them. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. -
First Lego League
Grades 5-8Instructors: Teresa Harmala, Brett Salmen, John Barberg, Patrick Schuette FIRST LEGO League Challenge is a global robotics program that engages students in hands-on STEM experiences. Teams design, build, and program an autonomous LEGO SPIKE PRIME robot to complete themed missions in the Robot Game, while also tackling a real-world problem in the Innovation Project. Each season is rooted in FIRST Core Values—teamwork, inclusion, and discovery—and concludes with a regional competition. This year’s theme, UNEARTHED™, invites teams to explore archaeology. Students will research, prototype, test, and share creative solutions inspired by the field, blending science, coding, and engineering. Team members typically practice once a week to prepare for the following judged areas: Core Values:Teamwork, inclusion, and gracious professionalism. Robot Design & Programming: Engineering process and strategy behind robot creation. The Robot Game: Robots compete in three 2.5-minute matches to complete missions and earn points. The Innovation Project: Research, propose, and present a solution to a real-world problem. A regional tournament is held between late-Nov and mid-Dec. on a Saturday or Sunday, depending on tournament selection, which happens in early Oct. It is the parent's responsibility to transport their child to competitions. For questions visit their website: firstlegoleague.org. Preseason Practice: Monday, August 25 • 6:30–8:00 PM (Optional; build mission models—parents encouraged to help) Parent/Student Info Meeting: Monday, September 8 • 7:00–8:30 PM • HS Robotics Room (Door C) -
Game Coding: Nintendo Character
Grades 1-3 Learn the fundamentals of coding with Scratch to create a Nintendo-themed game! Inspire your student to pursue today’s most exciting technologies. Scratch uses colorful, visual blocks that fit together like Legos. Nintendo is a trademark of Nintendo of America Inc. This camp is not affiliated with them. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirements: Scratch Website Scratch Account (sign-up information will be provided before class) -
Home Alone
Is your child prepared for the responsibility of staying home alone? This class empowers children with the confidence and skills needed to handle being home alone,whether it's just for an hour or throughout the day during summer breaks. Our comprehensive curriculum includes: age-appropriate guidelines, establishing safe habits and house rules, structuring after-school routines, managing phone calls and unexpected visitors, emergency protocols for pets, personal safety and unexpected situations handling, gun safety awareness, preparing for severe weather and fire emergencies, intruder alertness, and basic first aid techniques. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. Parents are encouraged to review the take-home information and discuss it with their child. -
Intro to 3D Printing
Grades 2-5 This 3D printing camp takes students through the 3D printing process from start to finish. Students will design their own keychains! No 3D printing experience is necessary, but familiarity with common tasks like using a computer and keyboarding is required. One design will be printed offline and mailed home. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: TinkerCAD Website (login information is provided during class -
Intro to Game Coding
Grades 1-3 Don’t just play games, create them! Learn to modify and build our arcade-style games using Scratch. Scratch is a programming language developed by MIT. Basic computer skills are required. Additional Technical Requirements: Scratch Website Scratch Account (Free, sign-up information will be provided before class) Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: TinkerCAD Website (Free, login information is provided during class) TinkerCAD Website (Free, login information is provided during class) -
Jazz Band - Middle School
Grades 6-8Do you love jazz and rock music? Looking to join a vibrant music ensemble? Explore this exciting middle school extracurricular activity!Participants are expected to attend 95% of rehearsals. Performances include the 7th & 8th grade band & choir concerts on December 15 and May 4, as well as the Annual DC Jazz Fest on April 25.High School Band Room (ENTER Main HIGH SCHOOL) -
Robotics Club: Gr. 5-8
Grades 5-8,Instructor: Sandy Stertz Join us for Robotics Club! Participants will have the opportunity to work and play with our Sphero robots. Sphero programmable robots help students learn fundamental STEM concepts through play-based learning and educational STEM activities. Students will work individually and collaboratively with Sphero robots to play games, create programs, and complete challenges. No prior experience is required. Participants who have a school Chromebook for after-school use should bring it with them to class each session. Students will meet in Mrs. Stertz’s MS Room #B-17 on the first day and walk together as a group to the high school classroom. -
STEM Club
Grades 5-8Instructor: Sandy Stertz Students will explore a variety of STEM topics including robotics, electronics, aerodynamics, mechanical design, and more! Play and learn with Sphero Robots, Snap Circuits, Drones, and more as we use the Engineering Design Process to solve real world problems. Participants who have a school Chromebook for after-school use should bring it with them to class each session. Meet in Mrs. Stertz’s MS Room #B-17 on the first day and walk together as a group to the high school classroom. -
Tabletop Gaming: Gr. 7-12
Grades 7-12Instructor: Martin Biondo Challenge your friends and peers as you play your favorite table top games as well as learn a variety of new ones all with a chance to compete in competitions. This activity is open to all students in grades 7-12 and meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month after school in the High School Art Room. Games available include: Magic: The Gathering, RISK, Space Hulk, Dungeons And Dragons, Chess, Uno, Catan and much more! Students are welcome to bring in their favorite games as well for the group to learn as well as an after school snack and beverage. Participation in competitions is optional but requires a $10 fee before competing, which helps fund prizes. Registration is ongoing throughout the school year, so students can join at any time. Don't miss out on the fun and camaraderie of tabletop gaming! -
Virtual Reality Coding
Grades 2-5 Design, develop, and create 3D Virtual Reality environments and characters to make your own 3D games and other virtual reality projects with CoSpaces! CoSpaces is an incredibly fun and stimulating way to learn STEM! VR programs can be viewed on most mobile phones and VR Systems like Oculus or Google Cardboard. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: CoSpaces Edu (login information is provided during class) To view VR, you must have VR glasses or system. However, the worlds can be viewed on normal PC/Phones/Tablets in 3D. -
You Tube Video Production: Shorts & Reels
Grades 3-7 You Tube Video Production: Shorts & Reels Gr 3 - 7 (Live Online Class) Learn the art of producing video shorts for TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Students will learn to edit videos, add motion graphics, and special effects while practicing storytelling and film production techniques. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirements: Cell phone, video camera or external webcam Wondershare Filmora (download instructions and sign-up information is provided before class)