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.
- Other registration options are available.
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Courses
- A.I. Adventures
- Coding Academy
- Make Your First Video Game!
- Minecraft Club
- Minecraft Modders
- Python Programmers
- Roblox Club
- Roblox Makers
- UNREAL Gaming Academy
- YouTube Content Creators
- Young Investors and Entrepreneurs
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 10/7 - 10/30 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-423 500 | 13 seats left | $179 |
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鈥檒l 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 11/14 - 12/12 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZKOC-421 500 | 14 seats left | $179 |
Minecraft Club
AGES 8-14
Join kids around the country in our Creator Corps community of Minecraft庐 maniacs who play and create together. Each week, have fun playing Minecraft庐 and learning new tricks from our Minecraft庐 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, 9/27 - 11/1 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-438 500 | 13 seats left | $99 |
Minecraft Modders
AGES 8-14
Customize your own Minecraft庐 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庐. 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庐 to take this class. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft庐 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.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Thursdays, 10/8 - 11/5 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-339 500 | 15 seats left | $179 |
Python Programmers
AGES 8-14
Want to learn the world鈥檚 fastest-growing programming language, favored by Google, NASA, YouTube庐, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Wednesdays, 11/4 - 11/27 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZKOC-356 500 | 14 seats left | $179 |
Roblox Club
AGES 8-14
Are you an avid Roblox庐 player and creator? Join us on Friday nights to collaborate and play mini games with one of our Roblox庐 coaches and make new friends in a safe and fun environment.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fridays, 11/8 - 12/20 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
ZKOC-439 500 | 15 seats left | $99 |
Roblox Makers
AGES 8-14
Unlock the power of ROBLOX庐 Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world ROBLOX庐 developers! Learn how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your ROBLOX庐 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, 9/28 - 11/2 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-354 500 | 14 seats left | $179 |
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鈥檚 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 |
YouTube Content Creators
AGES 8-14
Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are eight or 14, it鈥檚 time to start a career as the next YouTube庐 star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube庐 and how to find your own niche. Learn the dos and don鈥檛s 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, 11/9 - 12/14 10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZKOC-404 500 | 15 seats left | $179 |
Young Investors and Entrepreneurs
AGES 11-14
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 鈥淪hark Tank鈥-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Regular Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Summer 2024 Hours (May 20 - July 26): Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Friday, Closed
(excluding college holidays and vacations)