Take a step behind the scenes and 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 A.I. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Using LEGO Mindstorms, students learn the basics of coding and applied design by building and programming robots to complete a variety of tasks and challenges. Campers test, refine, and compete as they explore problem-solving, logic, and teamwork. May the best bot win!

Begin your rise to the top of the charts with digital music production! Just like today's top artists, you can design your own beats or remix a mashup of your favorite songs to become a digital composer and sound engineer. In this course, students will learn to produce digital music, record sound, make sound effects, and mix their own tracks. No prior music experience is necessary. Student-created soundtracks will be available on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Design, build, and test your own working catapults using real-world physics and creative problem-solving. Explore concepts like force, angles, and trajectory while competing in fun, hands-on challenges. This action-packed camp encourages teamwork, innovation, and big launches!

The Knight School Chess Camp helps players of all levels sharpen their skills while having fun. With experience teaching thousands of students from novice to advanced, The Knight School focuses on building confidence, critical thinking, and sportsmanship through chess. This camp features a mix of interactive group lessons, guided gameplay, puzzles, and breaks for recreation. Lessons are tailored to student ability and may include fundamentals, tactical patterns, analysis of famous Grandmaster games, and introductory tournament strategies. Campers develop problem-solving, visualization, and strategic thinking skills they can apply all year long.

Our program is a creative, hands-on experience where kids explore a variety of art materials, techniques, and themes in a fun, supportive studio environment. Campers paint, draw, and experiment while building skills, confidence, and a genuine love for making art—all while making friends and having a great time.

Get ready for a super sweet experience! Our cupcake and cookie decorating camp will inspire future pastry artists and bakery lovers. Students get hands-on with different frostings, learn to sculpt with modeling chocolate, and create beautiful designs using fondant. They'll also learn the secret to perfect cookie decorating with flood icing and even get to design custom packaging for their delicious creations. Time for some fun, creativity, and yummy treats! Students will be provided with pre-baked goods for decorating.

Play the roles of judge, defendant, plaintiff, witness, lawyer, bailiff, or juror in several mock trials. Learn how to make opening and closing statements, how to phrase objections, and how to question witnesses. Pull all your skills together at the end of the week as you participate in a final mock trial based on cases from past national and state-level Mock Trial competitions. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Play the roles of judge, defendant, plaintiff, witness, lawyer, bailiff, or juror in several mock trials. Learn how to make opening and closing statements, how to phrase objections, and how to question witnesses. Pull all your skills together at the end of the week as you participate in a final mock trial based on cases from past national and state-level Mock Trial competitions. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Future architects or engineers, this is the camp for you! Learn to create models of machines and structures while exploring principles of science and mathematics. Build an earthquake-proof house and discover the power of geometry and physics in designing different structures.

Step into the exciting world of esports and streaming, where today’s hobbies can become tomorrow’s careers! In this course, students will sharpen their gaming skills, compete in tournaments, and learn how to bring the action to life as a commentator or streamer. They’ll get hands-on experience with professional streaming software while building confidence and practicing safe online habits. With millions of people watching esports and live streams every day, this class is the perfect first step toward turning passion into a future in gaming and digital media. Student recordings will not be broadcast publicly and are only available on a password-protected website to share with friends, family, and fellow students. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Become an inventor of the future! Learn ‘rapid prototyping’ and problem-solving as you conceptualize and design a product to solve a critical global issue. Each day begins with inspirational profiles of young inventors, such as the eleven-year-old who coded a robot to find victims of natural disasters. Next, research a problem to tackle in medicine, architecture, the environment, or a topic of your choosing. Once your vision is complete, learn how to draft 2D designs, create 3D models, and develop a website to pitch your ideas to the 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.

Explore all of the cells, organs, muscles, and bones that make up YOU! Put yourself together from the inside out, while learning about all the systems that make your body tick! Get microscopic while making a model cell, create a stethoscope to hear your heartbeat, and inflate model lungs that work just like yours! Get a little sticky while making “Mad Mucus” and a mashed potato brain!
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Make your LEGOs come to life! Bring in your favorite action figures or LEGOs and create a short film with your friends. Whether you want to recreate a scene from Star Wars or design a world of your own, this class brings your dreams to the screen. Students will need to bring in LEGOs and/or action figures from home, but all other equipment is provided. Student-created films will be available on a password-protected 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.

Whether you enjoy building or destroying structures, you’ll love this camp! Work with pulleys, wedges, screws, and levers, build your own catapults and play robot soccer! Exercise your ability to work with others while constructing a geodesic dome big enough for all campers to fit inside! Let the engineering excitement begin!

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.

In this camp, campers will explore a variety of art materials and techniques. This includes drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and mixed media. Students will build confidence and creativity in a supportive studio environment. Each day offers guided instruction, creative choice, and opportunities for experimentation, helping every camper develop their skills and artistic voice. The week concludes with a mini art showcase, where campers proudly present the masterpieces they’ve created.

Doctor, your patient is ready! Diagnose a series of fictional patients as you learn about the human body and anatomy. Each day is packed with exciting challenges as you work in teams to treat your patients. Investigate their symptoms, look for clues, and apply critical thinking to solve the medical mystery of the day. This program is designed for kids who are curious, love solving puzzles, and want to explore the world of medical science! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

If you love the game Minecraft and always wanted to design your own world, this class is for you! Learn how to create a custom map, design structures to share between worlds, build with Redstone and Command blocks, and create custom textures for you to import at home or share with friends. 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.

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.

Create the next popular animated Minecraft video on YouTube! Practice the same skills professionals at Pixar and Disney Animation Studios use. Discover the process of keyframing and tweening, how to use it to bring your own animated stories to life, and how to publish your content on YouTube. Student projects will be available on a password-protected 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.

Become one of the 400,000 students around the world in Model United Nations! Assume the role of an ambassador and represent your country to solve current world issues. Throughout the week, students will research a world problem, develop solutions, and negotiate a consensus with their peers. This program teaches teens and tweens core skills such as research, writing, public speaking, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. Model UN alumni have gone on to become Supreme Court justices, world leaders, lawyers, and business professionals. No prior experience is needed. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Want to learn the world's fastest-growing programming 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.

Discover the Lua coding language while designing experiences in Roblox®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! New developers will learn to use Roblox® Studio software to reimagine the popular game genres with their own custom code! Student-created games 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.

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.

Buckle up, future astronauts and space lovers! Your ticket to the Red Planet is officially booked for this jam-packed space adventure. Students blast off from Mission Control, and take on critical roles in a simulated Space Mission, learning to launch, navigate, and land a crew on Mars. The week focuses on STEM challenges, where explorers design and build Martian habitats, create a rocket ship, and solve mind bending problems. Learn fundamental
principles of physics, geology, and astrobiology necessary for sustainable colonization. At the end of the students will take a trip to the planetarium! Prepare to conquer the cosmos and become the pioneers of tomorrow!

In this class, students use the scientific method and applied mathematics to analyze athleticism and sports. They explore the fastest ways to throw a ball, run, kick a ball, and even throw a boomerang. Students will use video analysis software to calculate velocity and acceleration. Part science, part math, part sports but all fun!

Get ready for an action-packed week of non-stop movement in our Super Sports Mash-Up! We will hit the ground running with a fun mix of favorites like soccer, basketball, and volleyball, alongside classic gym games. It is the perfect chance to build skills, practice teamwork, and stay active while enjoying a variety of athletic challenges.

Campers explore the chemistry behind their favorite foods by making ice cream, baking a cake, and experimenting with dishes like cacio e pepe. Through hands-on experiments, they learn how chemical and physical reactions transform ingredients, textures, and flavors. Using real lab procedures, observation, and iterative design, campers think like scientists while cooking like chefs.

Challenge yourself to join the hottest new trend of making tasty food in miniature form. In this course, kids will use miniature kitchen tools to bake scaled-down versions of real recipes, including tiny cakes, teeny pies, itty bitty pizzas and more! All of our camp baked recipes are always nut free. Please inform our staff of any allergies, as students will be allowed to sample their creations throughout the camp.

Embark on an EPIC adventure in virtual reality! In this cutting-edge class, learn the foundations of VR design by creating your own virtual worlds, exploring simulated environments, crafting 3D experiences, and learning basic programming concepts. At the end of the week, take home your first cardboard VR headset to show friends and family the new worlds you created. VR projects can be viewed on a website or mobile device. Students do not need a mobile device to take the class, but will need access to a mobile device at home. VR 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.

Every child can code! Develop your skills as a young coder by exploring block coding, JavaScript, and Python concepts while making your own playable mini-games. This introductory coding course is designed to get elementary-aged students excited about technology through a series of hands-on and engaging learning challenges. Student-created games 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.

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. Students will work in pairs or teams.

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.