MCC’s Summer College for Kids Combines Fun With Learning

It’s not too late to sign the kids up for College for Kids at Middlesex Community College this summer.

College for Kids offers one- and three-week, full- and half-day summer programs for children and teens (ages 8 to 17) that run July 8 through Aug. 15, on the Bedford and Lowell campuses.

These fun and engaging summer programs provide children and youth with unique opportunities to explore careers, learn new skills, meet new friends, and boost self-confidence. Programs are taught by public-school teachers or professionals who are experts in their field.

Here is a selection of College for Kids programs offered this summer:

ACE: Aviation & Simulation – Design, build and test your own aircraft. (Ages 10-15; offered July 8-11, course number: YTH 610 30; and July 15-18 [YTH 610 31]; both sessions in Bedford)

Advanced Digital Photography – Learn about new photographers, digital artists and more sophisticated techniques. (Ages 12-17; offered July 29-Aug. 1 [YTH 762 30]; in Bedford)

Choreography – Dancers can explore a variety of styles of dance while learning how to use their own creative voice. (Ages 8-16; offered July 15-18 [YTH 756 30]; in Bedford)

Coding for Kids – Learn how to build simple games and explore the world of coding. (Ages 9-12; offered July 22-25 [YTH 691 30]; and Aug. 12-15 [YTH 691 31]; both sessions in Bedford)

Creative Sculpture – Combine engineering with art to create sculptures with recycled materials. (Ages 8-12; offered July 8-11 [YTH 749 30]; in Bedford0

Creative Writing – Develop your skills as an up-and-coming writer. (Ages 10-15; offered July 8-11 [YTH 755 30]; in Bedford)

Exploration Art Studio ­– A variety of art materials will be at your disposal to create what interests you! (Ages 8-12; offered July 15-18 [YTH 750 30]; in Bedford)

Fashion Design – Explore fashion tools and techniques, and develop your own style. (Ages 12-16; offered July 8-11 [YTH 614 80]; in Lowell)

Minecraft – Explore and approach gameplay from new angles. (Ages 8-12; offered July 8-11 [YTH 695 30]; and July 29-Aug. 1 [YTH 695 31]; both sessions in Bedford)

For the complete MCC College for Kids 2019 schedule and registration information, visit https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/collegeforkids or call 781-280-3663.

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