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TECHNOLOGYMAKE YOUR FIRST 3D VIDEO GAME $250JUNE 15–18 | LEVINE CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 9 a.m.–noon | Rising 7th–9th graders: 1–4 p.m.

Campers 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 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. Basic computer knowledge is essential for success in this camp.

Fee includes camp T-shirt and your own video game created uniquely by you.

ROBLOX®, CODERS-ENTREPRENEURS $250JUNE 22–25 | LEVINE CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 9 a.m.–noon | Rising 7th – 9th graders: 1–4 p.m.

Discover how to code in the Lua language while playing and designing worlds in ROBLOX®, an online universe where campers can create anything they dream of. This new camp combines game design concepts, coding, and fun. Young entrepreneurs will also learn how to navigate ROBLOX®, a fast growing marketplace to publish their games. 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. Basic computer knowledge is essential for success in this camp.

Fee includes camp T-shirt and use of your own project designed uniquely by you.

PROGRAM IT! $235JULY 6–9 | CENTRAL CAMPUS Rising 6th–8th graders: 8:30 a.m.–noon | Rising 9th–12th graders: 1–4:30 p.m.

Do you have a camper interested in building their own video game? This camp is an introduction to text-based programming. The computer languages learned make it easier to create graphics-based programs. Concepts covered can be applied to practically any other computer languages, including C, C++ (C plus plus) and C# (C sharp). Campers will learn skills that can be directly applied to real-world programming tasks in an interesting and fun way.

Fee includes camp T-shirt and your own project designed uniquely by you.

TECHNOLOGY(CONTINUED)

MINECRAFT REDSTONE ENGINEERS $250 JULY 13–16 | LEVINE CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 9 a.m.–noon | Rising 7th–9th graders: 1–4 p.m.

Use your favorite game to learn the basics of modding and foundations of programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods. Introductory coding will also be taught through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft. Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students must own a Java version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.

Fee includes camp T-shirt and use of your own project designed uniquely by you.

PYTHON PROGRAMMERS: $250 MAKE YOUR OWN MULTIPLAYER GAMEJULY 20–23 | LEVINE CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 9 a.m.–noon | Rising 7th–9th graders: 1–4 p.m.

YouTube, Google, Instagram and Spotify - what do they have in common? They were created with Python. Campers will learn how to code with Python and create their first multiplayer adventure game. Each lesson takes campers step-by-step to begin their own programming path that will let them challenge friends with a fun game built from start to finish. Basic computer knowledge is essential for success in this camp.

Fee includes camp T-shirt and your own programmed project created uniquely by you.

VIRTUAL REALITY $250 JULY 27–30 | LEVINE CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 9 a.m.–noon | Rising 7th–9th graders: 1–4 p.m.

Embark on an EPIC adventure in virtual reality. In this cutting edge class, you will learn the foundations of VR design by creating your own virtual worlds, exploring simulated environments, and crafting memorable 3D experiences. 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 a mobile device. Students do not need a mobile device to take the class, but to use the VR headset at home a camper will need access to an Android or Apple mobile device. Students will work in pairs or teams and VR games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

Fee includes camp T-shirt and use of your own project designed uniquely by you.

COSMETOLOGYBEAUTIFUL YOU PRINCESS $300 JULY 20–23 | CITY CENTERRising 1st–3rd graders: 9 a.m.–noon

Calling all princesses. This summer we are introducing a new version of our Beautiful You Summer Camp, Beautiful You Princess. We hope that your little one will join us for four days of princesses, craft making, and all things glitter. Each day your child will bring their imagination to the table with hands-on learning with one of Central Piedmont’s cosmetology instructors.

Fee includes camp T-shirt, crafts from each camp day, and a princess photoshoot at the end of camp.

BEAUTIFUL YOU $350 JULY 27–30 | CITY CENTERRising 9th–11th graders: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Calling all makeup artists, future stylists, and fashionistas. Beautiful You allows campers to explore new and popular trends in the beauty industry. We hope you will join us as we learn fashion make-up trends, along with festival makeup artistry, and themed photoshoot hair styling tips. Our goal this summer is to blend popular styling concepts with basic haircare principles, long hair design, braiding, manicuring and pedicuring, skin care, and makeup application. Topics include hair fashions and trends along with the history of hairstyling. Campers will learn fundamental hands-on skills in the world of fashion, hair, and makeup. Demonstrations of these activities will be taught by a licensed professional cosmetologist in our salon lab environment.

Fee includes camp T-shirt and a cosmetology beauty kit, including styling tools, makeup, and “must have” style instruction guides.

FORENSICS AND LAWCRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR $350JUNE 22–25 | MERANCAS CAMPUSRising 7th–12th graders: 8:45 a.m.–4 p.m.

Calling all future forensic investigators. Campers attending the CSI camp will participate in exercises that include techniques from the forensic laboratory and crime scene processing. Students will process and document mock crime scenes using real world techniques and equipment. They will use laboratory equipment to analyze evidence obtained from various crime scenes. Campers will practice fingerprinting, casting and molding shoe impressions, developing fingerprints, collecting and documenting evidence, and maintaining chain of custody of evidence. In addition, visitors from other law enforcement agencies, such as FBI, Secret Service, CMPD, US Postal Inspectors, and other forensic lab or specialist personnel, may make short presentations.

Fee includes camp T-shirt, crime scene box and supplies, class photo, foot cast, and more.

ADVANCED CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR $350JULY 13–16 | MERANCAS CAMPUSRising 8th–12th graders: 8:45 a.m.–4 p.m.

Interested in solving crimes? Advanced CSI campers will participate in exercises that include crime scene processing and the collection of evidence. Students will practice fingerprinting, casting and molding shoe impressions, and will be introduced to some other advanced techniques that include the use of our ESDA (Electrostatic Dust Apparatus), shooting reconstruction exercises with lasers and photography, as well as other activities. In addition, campers will prepare forensic science tables for show and tell. They will process more advanced mock scenes that will challenge their observation skills and team work. Special guest visitors are also planned.

Fee includes camp T-shirt, crime scene box and supplies, class photo, foot cast, and more.

OVERRULED $350JULY 20–23 | MERANCAS CAMPUS Rising 8th–12th graders: 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Do you have an aspiring attorney at home? If you think your camper is interested in a legal career or is just fascinated by the law, this camp is for them. Campers will play the role of a prosecuting or defense attorney, an expert witness, a lay witness, a juror, a criminal investigator, etc. as they attempt to unravel the truth in a mock homicide trial. Campers will also join us for a trip uptown to learn about state and federal courts and the basics of courtroom procedures.

Fee includes camp T-shirt, and field trip.

ENGINEERINGDRONE ACADEMY $485JULY 27–30 | MERANCAS CAMPUSRising 7th–12th graders: 8:45 a.m.–4 p.m.

Fly high in our drone camp. Campers will learn how to pilot state-of-the- art drones using simulator training with 25 basic flight modules. Once campers master the art of piloting, they will learn and practice their skill for real-world small drone flights in indoor and outdoor obstacle courses using their very own Syma drone. The drone will be theirs to take home at the end of camp allowing them to become true experts in the field of drone flight.

Fee includes camp T-shirt, camp photo, and a Syma drone.

CULINARY AND BAKINGINTRODUCTION TO BAKING $375JULY 13–16 | CENTRAL CAMPUS • JULY 20–23 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 7th–10th graders: 9 a.m.–noon

This is our new revamped baking camp. Perfect for the camper who just wants a taste of the sweetness our baking department has to offer. Campers will have an opportunity to get their hands in the dough and be provided with some screen-free fun. This intro camp is completely redesigned from our previous offerings and aims to provide more entry-level skillsets for those campers looking to explore their interest in baking.

Fee includes camp T-shirt, class photo, and more. Lunch will not be provided.

INTRODUCTION TO CULINARY $375 JULY 13–16 | CENTRAL CAMPUS • JULY 20–23 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 7th–10th graders: 9 a.m.–noon

This is our redesigned culinary camp. Perfect for the camper who wants just enough spice from our culinary department. Campers will be provided some screen-free fun while they chop, stir, and learn their way around the kitchen. This intro camp will allow campers to gain some basic skills and taste their handmade creations.

Fee includes camp T-shirt, class photo, and more. Lunch will not be provided.

ARTS & EXPRESSIONCLAY CREATIONS $300 JUNE 15–18 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 7th–12th graders: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Campers will get their hands dirty learning about clay. They will be introduced to hand-building techniques such as coiling, sculpting, and slab construction, as well as wheel thrown construction and other clay working techniques. In addition, campers will work with ceramic glazes. Campers will also discuss the history of clay and finished kiln-fired clay. Finished kiln-fired clay creations will be available two weeks after the camp ends.

Fee includes camp T-shirt and your own uniquely made kiln-fired creations.

BROADWAY CENTRAL $295JUNE 15–18 | LEVINE CAMPUSRising 9th–12th graders: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Casting call… come develop your character. This camp is designed for all theatre lovers, from beginners seeking basic skills to experienced actors looking to advance their technique. Campers will reach their full potential from acting to writing to prop and set design. Your campers will release their inner star and shine brightly during the end of camp showcase.

Fee includes camp T-shirt.

STORYBOOK ADVENTURES $275 JUNE 22–25 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 1st–3rd graders: 9 a.m.–noon

Become part of the story as you travel through four unique adventures and create your personalized storybooks. Each morning the journey begins with storytime. Continue the voyage with exciting themed activities related to each story while customizing your book. Campers will receive their storybook creations post camp via mail. Let your camper live out their story.

Fee includes camp T-shirt and four personalized storybooks.

CHALLENGE ISLAND®

SUPER STEAM HERO CAMP $229 JUNE 20–24 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 1st–3rd graders: 1–4 p.m.

Wham! Bam! Pow! Kaboom! Calling all Super STEAM Kids to a high-flying Challenge Island® experience. You and your tribe will channel your extraordinary powers into a universe of challenges inspired by your favorite Super STEAM Hero and SHero characters. This Incredible camp promises to be a super-duper and unforgettable adventure for every boy and girl.

Fee includes camp T-shirt.

STEAM ACROSS THE GALAXY $229JUNE 22–26 |CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 1st–3rd graders: 9 a.m.–noon

3…2…1 blastoff! You and a tribe full of astronaut friends will create your own mission control station and soar through the universe. You’ll learn the spectacular science of space while taking on a galaxy of cosmically cool challenges-from rocket launch day to planets day to aliens day to sun, moon, and stars day to our intergalactic STEAM wars day. Don’t miss out on this out-of-this-world Challenge Island® adventure.

Fee includes camp T-shirt.

STEAM TANK ENTREPRENEURS $229

Calling call innovative and inventive kids to an adventure in STEAM and entrepreneurship! You and your tribe will learn the ins and outs of launching your own successful business as you build, design, and create brand new stores and associated product lines all week long: From PIZZApreneur day to SWEETrepreneur day to HAUNTrepreneur day to PETrepreneur day. Can you convince the city planners that your tribe’s business belongs in the new Challenge Island Mall? Don’t miss out on this-one-of a kind entrepreneurial experience.

Fee includes camp T-shirt.

SLIME-TOPIA© $229

Because you can never have enough slime! Introducing a brand new ooey, gooey, squishy, squashy slime-drenched camp extravaganza. Learn the science behind the slime while you make at least 10 different kinds of the addictively playful polymer. From butter to bubble, crunchy to munchy, and fluffy to floamy–we’ve got you and your tribe covered (in slime, that is!). Don’t miss out on this Challenge Island® best-selling camp.

Fee includes camp T-shirt.

JULY 6–10 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 1–4 p.m.

AUG. 3–7 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 1st–3rd graders: 1–4 p.m.

JULY 20–24 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 1st–3rd graders: 1–4 p.m.

AUG. 10–14 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 1–4 p.m.

JULY 6–10 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 9 a.m.–noon

AUG. 10–14 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 9 a.m.–noon

CHALLENGE ISLAND®(CONTINUED)

FROSTBITTEN CAMP© $229 JULY 20–24 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 1st–3rd graders: 9 a.m.–noon

Glide on over to the coolest camp in town where you’ll take a STEAMtastic journey through Challenge Island®’s Winter Wonderland! Your icy adventure will include designing and decking out your very own ice palace (where you and your tribe can chillax) and using cool science to make frosty slime and frozen treats. This super cool camp is a not-to-be missed adventure for every frostbitten fan.

Fee includes camp T-shirt.

XTREME STEAM SPORTS EDITION $229 JULY 27–31 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 9 a.m.–noon

Calling all all-star kids to a spectacular sports-themed STEAM adventure! You and your tribe will have a ball learning the science behind the world’s most popular sports while engineering an entire island of team and extreme sporting events,ranging from soccer to sky diving, baseball to bungee jumping, skateboarding to snowboarding, and football to the Olympic Games. An indoor camp with outdoor spirit, our Xtreme STEAM Sports adventure promises to score big with every boy and girl.

Fee includes camp T-shirt.

CI ROAD TRIP USA© $229 JULY 27–31 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 4th–6th graders: 1–4 p.m.

Pack your suitcases for a cross-country STEAM adventure! You and your tribe will play and engineer your way from sea to shining sea. From the Statue of Liberty to Yosemite, the Colorado Rockies to the Hawaiian Volcanoes, the Great Lakes to the Golden Gate Bridge, and the theme parks of Orlando to the red carpets of Hollywood. This imagination-fueled, engineering-filled excursion across the USA promises to have campers smiling from coast to coast.

Fee includes camp T-shirt.

WIZARDRY CAMP© $229 AUG. 3–7 | CENTRAL CAMPUSRising 1st–3rd graders: 9 a.m.–noon

This original bestselling Wizardry Camp takes broom-riding tribes on a fantastical journey through sorcerous challenges, ranging from designing magic wands and building STEAMwart’s castles, to mixing up mystical potions and spells. This epically popular camp is every bit as magical as it sounds – a must for every wizard fan.

Fee includes camp T-shirt.

Challenge Island® the world’s #1 STEM/STEAM program, is a high-energy, hands-on fusion of STEAM, 21st century skills, problem-solving adventure, project-based learning and our trademark STEAMbuilding® experience. Campers embark on fantastical themed STEAM journeys where they work in collaborative tribes to tackle various exciting challenges using only the materials in their treasure chest and their boundless imaginations.

Non-ProfitU.S. Postage

P A I DCharlotte, NC

Permit No. 1177

22376

Register online today: youth.cpcc.edu