West Suburban Summer School

Bring science and technology to life with LEGO robotics and Scratch programming! Students work in pairs to build robotic creations using gears, sensors, and motors, then shift to coding individually in Scratch to animate and control their models. Hands-on challenges spark creativity and curiosity as they explore motion, tilt detection, and mechanical design. Students will troubleshoot, experiment, and celebrate their successes while gaining confidence in engineering and programming. This class combines collaboration and independence, making robotics fun, engaging, and interactive while building valuable problem solving and technical skills for future innovators. Bring a USB drive on the last day.

Explore the worlds of coding and cybersecurity in this exciting class. Using Python, students learn how code works while experimenting with computer science concepts through hands-on projects and problem solving. They also step into the role of ethical hackers, discovering how information can be protected and how digital tricks are uncovered. Activities include coding puzzles and Capture the Flag games that make learning both challenging and fun. The class encourages curiosity, exploration, and discovery while giving students the chance to practice coding and understand the foundations of cybersecurity. Good keyboarding skills are recommended. Bring a USB drive on the last day.

Step into the world of architecture and engineering in this engaging design class created with local Twin Cities designers. Explore key architectural concepts and bring your ideas to life through creative design challenges. Learn to use TinkerCAD, a powerful 3D design tool, to plan and build digital models of your own projects. With LEGO building, uncover the science behind structures as you investigate physics, external forces, and strategies for strength and stability. Working with a partner, you will take on advanced building tasks, solve open-ended challenges, and complete hands-on projects that inspire imagination and innovation.

Bring science and technology to life with LEGO robotics and Scratch programming! Students work in pairs to build robotic creations using gears, sensors, and motors, then shift to coding individually in Scratch to animate and control their models. Hands-on challenges spark creativity and curiosity as they explore motion, tilt detection, and mechanical design. Students will troubleshoot, experiment, and celebrate their successes while gaining confidence in engineering and programming. This class combines collaboration and independence, making robotics fun, engaging, and interactive while building valuable problem solving and technical skills for future innovators. Bring a USB drive on the last day.

From a galaxy far, far away, your Star Wars adventure begins! In this camp, students will design using starships, droids and other star war characters to build intergalactic scenes, then bring them to life by creating their own stop-motion animated short film. Alongside moviemaking, they’ll dive into Star Wars–themed coding activities, learning how to create games and interactive projects inspired by the saga. With hands-on building, animation, and coding, this camp is perfect for fans who dream of becoming Jedi creators. Basic reading skills required; Bring a USB drive on the last day. Star Wars is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC. This camp is not affiliated with, authorized by, or sponsored by them

Unleash your creativity in the digital world with this exciting camp! Begin by learning the fundamentals of web design as you create your own websites using HTML, JavaScript, and CSS. Experiment with layouts and design elements to bring your ideas online. Then, step into 3D virtual reality and design captivating VR environments, characters, and interactive games. Explore how coding and creativity come together to build immersive digital experiences. This camp is ideal for students eager to explore VR and web design. No prior experience is needed, but good keyboarding and basic computer skills are recommended. VR projects can be viewed on most mobile devices and systems such as Oculus or Google Cardboard. Bring a USB drive on the last day.