Kids on Campus: Virtual
Keep your kids and teens active and engaged with one of our courses!
How to Register
- Register online by selecting "Add to Cart" on the desired course(s) and select "Cart" at the bottom of the page when you are ready to checkout.
- The “Seats Left” information is updated every half hour and when you checkout.
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Courses
- 3D Game Design with Unity
- 50 Money Making Side Hustles for Teens
- A.I. Adventures
- Battle Royale Gamers
- Beats and Jams: Digital Music Creators
- Cloud Gamers: Mobile App Development
- Code Breakers
- Code Your Own Adventure! Interactive Storytelling
- Coding Academy
- Cyber Spies
- ESports Apprentice - Streamers and Gamers
- Esports Gaming Club for Kids
- Make Your First Video Game!
- Minecraft Animators
- Minecraft Club
- Minecraft Designers
- Minecraft Modders
- Minecraft Redstone Engineers
- Pokemon Masters: Designers & 3D Makers Unite!
- Python Programmers
- Roblox Club
- Roblox Coders
- Roblox Makers
- UNREAL Gaming Academy
- Video Game Animation
- Virtual Reality: Enter the Metaverse
- You Tube FX Shorts
- YouTube Content Creators
- YouTube FX Masters
- Young Coders
- Young Investors and Entrepreneurs
3D Game Design with Unity
AGES 8-14
Are you ready to take your game design skills to another level? With Unity, an industry-grade design software, aspiring game designers will learn level editing, 3D modeling, and impactful gameplay creation, as well as how to utilize scripts and variables. Student-created games 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. *Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only and requires a 64-bit operating system.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesdays, 1/21 - 3/11 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm |
ZKOC-416 600 | 20 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 1/23 - 2/15 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-416 600 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 3/27 - 4/19 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-416 600 | 11 seats left | $169 | |
| Saturdays, 9/30 - 11/4 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-416 500 | 1 seats left | $179 |
50 Money Making Side Hustles for Teens
Hey, Teen! What's the fastest way to make money as a teenager? The answer is a side hustle. Fortunately, you don’t have to wait till you're over a certain age to earn $$ with side hustles that can easily fit into your teen life — between all the classes, chill sessions, and extracurricular activities. And, most of these side hustles don’t require you to study more, won’t interfere with your social life, and can help you hit any financial goal — maybe even get that car! You’ll leave class loaded with information about how to fill out any legal forms to get the business started, and details about 50 profitable side hustle ideas to get you going fast. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from the class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.
LeeAnn Krusemark, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, 3/3 6:00 pm - 6:55 pm |
ZKOC-525 600 | 0 seats left | $29 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
A.I. Adventures
AGES 8-14
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 coding 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.
*Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursdays, 1/23 - 3/13 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm |
ZKOC-493 600 | 20 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 2/20 - 3/14 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-493 600 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 10/8 - 11/5 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-493 500 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Saturdays, 11/9 - 12/14 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-493 501 | 15 seats left | $179 |
Battle Royale Gamers
Grades 6 - 8
Fans of Fortnite and Rumbleverse, we need YOU! Instead of just playing a multiplayer game, you can develop your own with Unity, a professional 3D game development software. Design your own unique magical level, build 3D models, and cast spells with custom-created wands. At the end of the week, all student-created maps are combined into a master game where you will battle to become the last wizard standing. Compete against other schools across the country in our Esports League, with the possibility of having your map included in the live game. Student-created games will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.
Robert Carr, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 3/21 - 4/13 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-381 601 | 0 seats left | $169 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
Beats and Jams: Digital Music Creators
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. *Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.
Sections 700, 702, 705, and 707 are for ages 8 - 11; sections 701, 703, 704, and 706 are for ages 11 - 14.
Please note that there will be no class on 7/4 for sections 702 and 703.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, 1/20 - 2/24 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-462 600 | 1 seats left | $179 | |
| Saturdays, 2/25 - 4/1 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-462 600 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/3 - 4/6 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-462 601 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/10 - 4/13 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-462 602 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 10/30 - 11/27 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-462 500 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
Cloud Gamers: Mobile App Development
Cloud gaming is the way of the future! Build games 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. Finish by personalizing levels and characters with your own design. Now you are ready to upload your games to the Black Rocket cloud arcade and play on any mobile device or computer. Games can easily be shared with friends and family! *Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 2/27 - 3/22 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-463 600 | 0 seats left | $169 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/3 - 4/6 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
ZKOC-463 601 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/10 - 4/13 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
ZKOC-463 602 | 15 seats left | $169 |
Code Breakers
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 $1 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. *Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.
Sections 701, 702, 705, and 706 are for ages 8 - 11; sections 700, 703, 704, and 707 are for ages 11 -14.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 1/24 - 2/16 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-314 600 | 15 seats left | $169 |
Code Your Own Adventure! Interactive Storytelling
Watch as the characters in your imagination come to life in this unique course that blends classic storytelling with animation techniques and coding. Start with a concept, design the characters, and choose not just one ending, but many! Learn how to create your own text-based adventure games with variables, conditional logic, images, HTML, CSS, and Twine scripting syntax. Student projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. *Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 1/24 - 2/16 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
ZKOC-417 600 | 15 seats left | $169 |
Coding Academy
AGES 8-14
Calling all future coders, programmers, and designers! Explore a series of coding languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python through introductory projects and design challenges. Learn the basics to get started on your coding journey and become the next coding prodigy! Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
*Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, 9/17 - 10/15 9:30 am - 12:00 pm |
ZKOC-423 500 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Saturdays, 9/18 - 10/23 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-423 502 | 13 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 9/20 - 10/13 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-423 501 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 9/20 - 10/13 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-423 502 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 10/2 - 10/25 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-423 500 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 10/7 - 10/30 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-423 500 | 15 seats left | $179 |
Cyber Spies
9 a.m. - Noon for Grades 3 - 5
1 - 4 p.m. for Grades 6 - 8
With the world’s increased reliance on digital data, cyber security is more important than ever! In this class, you are all that stands between a group of international hackers launching cyber attacks and world peace. Through a series of challenges, students will learn to apply tools used by professional digital forensics teams to crack codes and use encryption. Working in teams you will collect clues, recover lost data and explore the tools of the trade to become the next great cyber spy!
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/11 - 4/14 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-437 600 | 15 seats left | $169 |
ESports Apprentice - Streamers and Gamers
Grades 6 - 8
Whether you want to be the next pro gamer, streamer or gamecaster, this course will teach you the basics to get started! No longer just a hobby, esports is the fastest-growing career for the next generation. Over 400 million people watched YouTube® videos and Twitch streams of video game competitions this year alone! In this course, students will develop gameplay skills and compete using Black Rocket’s esports games and apps, learn how to produce commentary for live tournaments, use professional streaming software, and most importantly, practice online safety. Student recordings will be available on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. Videos will not be broadcast publicly but will be shared with all students in the class.
Robert Carr, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 4/12 - 5/5 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-411 600 | 12 seats left | $149 |
Esports Gaming Club for Kids
AGES 8-14
Whether you want to be the next pro gamer, streamer, or gamecaster, this club will introduce you to the world of esports. No longer just a hobby, esports is a fast-growing career for the next generation. Each week participants will explore and compete in different multiplayer esports games in a safe and fun environment. Learn the skills of the craft and how to break into competitive video game playing.
This course is offered remotely in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fridays, 1/17 - 2/21 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-461 600 | 20 seats left | $99 | |
| Fridays, 2/24 - 3/31 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
ZKOC-461 600 | 15 seats left | $79 | |
| Fridays, 2/28 - 4/4 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-461 601 | 20 seats left | $99 | |
| Fridays, 3/1 - 4/12 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
ZKOC-461 600 | 15 seats left | $99 |
Make Your First Video Game!
AGES 8-14
Our classic game design camp has been 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.
*Compatible with MAC, Windows and Chrome OS.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesdays, 1/22 - 3/12 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm |
ZKOC-421 600 | 20 seats left | $179 | |
| Saturdays, 3/1 - 4/5 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-421 601 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 3/20 - 4/15 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-421 600 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/14 - 12/12 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-421 500 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
Minecraft Animators
AGES 8 - 14
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.
*Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only.
This course is offered remotely in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 2/21 - 3/18 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-318 600 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 2/28 - 3/23 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-318 600 | 15 seats left | $169 |
Minecraft Club
AGES 8-14
Join kids around the country in our Creator Corps community of Minecraft® maniacs who play and create together. Each week, have fun playing Minecraft® and learning new tricks from our Minecraft® masters. Each Friday one of our coaches will teach a new technique and challenge to the club and let you show off your skills.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fridays, 1/13 - 2/17 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-438 600 | 15 seats left | $79 | |
| Fridays, 1/19 - 2/23 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-438 600 | 15 seats left | $99 | |
| Fridays, 1/28 - 3/4 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-438 600 | 15 seats left | $79 | |
| Fridays, 9/16 - 10/7 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-438 500 | 15 seats left | $79 | |
| Fridays, 9/27 - 11/1 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-438 500 | 0 seats left | $99 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Fridays, 9/29 - 11/3 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-438 500 | 15 seats left | $99 |
Minecraft Designers
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. Students must have the Java version of Minecraft® to take this class. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft® are not compatible. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. *Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only.
Section 701 is for ages 8 - 11; section 700 is for ages 11 - 14.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/11 - 4/14 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
ZKOC-287 600 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/18 - 4/21 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-287 601 | 0 seats left | $169 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
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. Students must have the Java version of Minecraft® to take this class. 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 and Windows OS only and requires a 64-bit operating system.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 1/22 - 2/14 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 600 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 1/23 - 2/15 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 600 | 13 seats left | $169 | |
| Thursdays, 1/23 - 3/13 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm |
ZKOC-339 600 | 20 seats left | $179 | |
| Mondays, 1/27 - 3/17 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm |
ZKOC-339 601 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 3/29 - 4/1 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 600 | 15 seats left | $149 | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/5 - 4/8 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 601 | 15 seats left | $149 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 4/13 - 5/6 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 602 | 12 seats left | $149 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 10/3 - 10/26 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 500 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 10/8 - 11/5 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 500 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Saturdays, 10/22 - 11/19 9:30 am - 12:00 pm |
ZKOC-339 500 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 10/24 - 11/21 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 501 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 10/24 - 11/21 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-339 502 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 10/25 - 11/17 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 500 | 14 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 10/25 - 11/17 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-339 501 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Saturdays, 10/30 - 12/4 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-339 502 | 0 seats left | $169 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/2 - 11/30 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-339 501 | 15 seats left | $179 |
Minecraft Redstone Engineers
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! Students must have the Java version of Minecraft® to take this class. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft® are not compatible.
*Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only.
Section 700 is for ages 8 - 11; section 701 is for ages 11 - 14.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 2/21 - 3/16 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
ZKOC-424 600 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 2/22 - 3/17 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
ZKOC-424 601 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Saturdays, 3/5 - 4/9 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
ZKOC-424 602 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/29 - 12/22 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-424 500 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/29 - 12/22 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-424 501 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/30 - 12/23 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-424 500 | 14 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/30 - 12/23 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-424 501 | 14 seats left | $169 |
Pokemon Masters: Designers & 3D Makers Unite!
Calling all PokeMasters who want to be the designers of the future! Use your Pokemon® imagination and bring your ideas to life. Begin by creating your own digital Pokemon®-style custom playing card game. Progress onto designing action figures, jewelry, and toys in professional-level modeling software. Learn how to prepare a model for 3D printing and create a design portfolio to showcase your work! No prior experience is necessary and 3D designs will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.
*Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only.
Sections 701, 703, 704, and 706 are for ages 8 - 11; sections 700, 702, 705, and 707 are for ages 11 - 14.
Please note that there will be no class on 7/4 for sections 702 and 703.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 1/24 - 2/16 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-415 600 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 1/25 - 2/17 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
ZKOC-415 601 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 9/19 - 10/12 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-415 500 | 15 seats left | $169 |
Python Programmers
AGES 8-14
Want to learn the world’s fastest-growing programming language, favored by Google, NASA, YouTube®, and the CIA? Learn how to code with Python to create engaging apps and games. Each lesson takes you step by step on a programming path that will let you challenge friends with fun content you create from start to finish! Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.
*Compatible with MAC, Windows and Chrome OS.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, 1/14 - 2/18 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-356 600 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Saturdays, 1/20 - 2/24 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-356 600 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Saturdays, 1/22 - 2/26 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-356 600 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Wednesdays, 1/22 - 3/12 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm |
ZKOC-356 600 | 20 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 1/25 - 2/17 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-356 601 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Mondays, 1/27 - 3/17 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm |
ZKOC-356 601 | 20 seats left | $179 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 11/4 - 11/27 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.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fridays, 2/24 - 3/31 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-439 600 | 15 seats left | $79 | |
| Fridays, 2/28 - 4/4 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-439 600 | 20 seats left | $99 | |
| Fridays, 3/1 - 4/12 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-439 600 | 0 seats left | $99 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Fridays, 3/11 - 4/15 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-439 600 | 11 seats left | $79 | |
| Fridays, 10/14 - 11/4 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-439 500 | 15 seats left | $79 | |
| Fridays, 11/8 - 12/20 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-439 500 | 15 seats left | $99 | |
| Fridays, 11/10 - 12/22 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-439 500 | 15 seats left | $99 |
Roblox Coders
Discover the Lua coding language while designing experiences in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This new class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! New developers will learn to use ROBLOX®’s Studio software to reimagine the popular game genres of your own custom code! Student-created games will be available on a password- protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. *Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only.
Sections 700, 703, and 704 are for ages 8 - 11; sections 701, 702, and 705 are for ages 11 - 14.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 3/25 - 3/28 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
ZKOC-419 600 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/1 - 4/4 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-419 601 | 15 seats left | $179 |
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. *Compatible with MAC and Windows OS.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, 1/14 - 2/18 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-354 600 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Saturdays, 1/18 - 2/22 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-354 600 | 20 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 2/22 - 3/17 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-354 601 | 0 seats left | $169 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Saturday, 3/2 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-354 600 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Saturdays, 3/5 - 4/9 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-354 602 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Saturdays, 3/6 - 4/10 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-354 600 | 13 seats left | $149 | |
| Saturdays, 3/6 - 4/10 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
ZKOC-354 601 | 14 seats left | $149 | |
| Saturdays, 9/28 - 11/2 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-354 500 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Saturdays, 9/30 - 11/4 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-354 500 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Saturdays, 10/22 - 11/19 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
ZKOC-354 500 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 10/25 - 11/17 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-354 501 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 10/25 - 11/17 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-354 502 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 10/26 - 11/18 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-354 500 | 15 seats left | $169 |
UNREAL Gaming Academy
AGES 13-17
Interested in a career in game design? Level up your tech skills with the Unreal Engine from Epic Games, the industry-grade software that built popular games like Fortnite and Rocket League. Learn how to use the engine’s innovative programming tools to craft player interactions and design your own scenes and levels with the built-in assets. Student projects are 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, Windows, and Chrome OS only
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, 10/12 - 12/21 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-523 500 | 15 seats left | $375 |
Video Game Animation
Bring your animations to life with design tools used by real game developers! Create sophisticated sprite animations using simple-to-learn techniques that you can use in any 2D editor. Squash, stretch, and shade your creations to make your characters pop! Students do not need any prior experience in game design, animation, or sketching. 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. *Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.
Sections 701, 702, and 705 are for ages 8 - 11; sections 700, 703, and 704 are for ages 11 - 14.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 3/19 - 4/16 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-418 600 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
Virtual Reality: Enter the Metaverse
AGES 10 -14
Take control of your environment and learn the skills needed to become a Virtual Reality game developer! In this advanced course, you will be challenged to complete more complex programming challenges that explore foundational concepts in computer science, game development, and 3D art design. After working through our guided project environments, you’ll have all of the skills needed to create a full VR game on your own. Students do not need a device to take the class, but having a Meta headset at home greatly enhances the experience.
This course is offered remotely in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, 11/11 - 12/16 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-492 500 | 15 seats left | $179 |
You Tube FX Shorts
AGES 8 - 14
Are you ready to have your creations go viral? Take your content creation skills to the next level through editing and visual effects! Learn end-to-end post-production skills while creating visual shorts worthy of your favorite social media site. The skills learned in this class can be applied to all types of video production, long or short! Topics cover video editing basics like energetic transitions, color grading for that visual pop, and creating advanced VFX composites. Student projects are 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.
This course is offered remotely in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 3/25 - 3/28 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-494 600 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/1 - 4/4 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
ZKOC-494 601 | 15 seats left | $179 |
YouTube Content Creators
AGES 8-14
Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are eight or 14, 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. This course is offered remotely in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC.
*A webcam is required for this course.
*Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only and requires a 64-bit operating system.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesdays, 1/21 - 3/11 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm |
ZKOC-404 600 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Saturdays, 1/22 - 2/26 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-404 600 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Saturdays, 1/22 - 2/26 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
ZKOC-404 601 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Saturdays, 2/25 - 4/1 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
ZKOC-404 600 | 0 seats left | $169 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Saturdays, 3/1 - 4/5 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-404 601 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Saturdays, 3/2 - 4/13 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-404 600 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Saturdays, 11/9 - 12/14 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-404 500 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Saturdays, 11/11 - 12/16 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-404 500 | 0 seats left | $179 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
| Saturdays, 11/26 - 12/17 9:30 am - 12:00 pm |
ZKOC-404 500 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 11/28 - 12/21 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-404 501 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 11/28 - 12/21 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-404 502 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 11/29 - 12/22 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-404 500 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 11/29 - 12/22 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-404 501 | 15 seats left | $169 |
YouTube FX Masters
Week of July 10th
- 9:30 a.m. - Noon, Ages 11 - 14, VIRTUAL
- 1 - 3:30 p.m., Ages 8 - 11, VIRTUAL
Week of July 17th
- 9 a.m. - Noon, Grades 3 - 5, In-Person
- 1 - 4 p.m., Grades 6 - 8, In-Person
- Peter Fil, Instructor
Do you love movies with exciting special effects, like “The Avengers,” “Star Wars,” or “Harry Potter”? Amaze your friends by swinging a lightsaber or blasting fire from your hands and becoming a master of the illusions used by Hollywood artists to create visual effects magic. Whether you want to enhance your YouTube® videos or create a cool scene to amaze your friends, this class teaches the tools you need. Experiment with visual effects as you learn the dynamics of camera angles, editing, graphic layering, and sound effects. Then watch as your new creations take your channel content to the next level! Student projects are available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, 3/5 - 4/9 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
ZKOC-425 600 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Wednesdays, 3/21 - 4/13 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
ZKOC-425 601 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 3/22 - 4/14 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-425 602 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 3/29 - 4/1 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-425 600 | 15 seats left | $149 | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, 4/5 - 4/8 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
ZKOC-425 601 | 10 seats left | $149 | |
| Saturdays, 9/18 - 10/23 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
ZKOC-425 502 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 9/21 - 10/14 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-425 500 | 15 seats left | $169 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 9/21 - 10/14 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZKOC-425 501 | 15 seats left | $169 |
Young Coders
AGES 8-11
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. Compatible with MAC and Windows OS only
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 3/28 - 4/20 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-464 600 | 15 seats left | $169 |
Young Investors and Entrepreneurs
AGES 8-14
Whether you want to build the next great American company, become a Wall Street tycoon, or become 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 for most of the program.
*This course requires access to computers with internet to complete market research.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, 1/18 - 2/22 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-487 600 | 20 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/2 - 11/30 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-487 500 | 15 seats left | $179 | |
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/14 - 12/12 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-487 500 | 15 seats left | $179 |
Get in Touch
Division of Workforce Development and Community Education
Fax: (518) 629-8103
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (excluding college holidays and vacations)