The sun is your best friend if you know how to use it! This class teaches how to cook with just the sun. Solar cooking bypasses traditional cooking means. No electricity, gas, charcoal, or wood needed for solar cooking. Students will learn how to cook meals, dry food for preservation, and purify water all with the sun. In the end, students will build their own mini sun oven and take home an edible micro green plant.

Stimulate your child's creativity by designing and building epic, solar-powered cars, robots, and machines from easy-to-assemble parts. Inaddition, your young tikes will build solar powered cranes, lift bridges, and many other designs. Let your little engineers explore the world of solar energy while learning how to problem solve and stretch the imagination.

"Up, up and away! Enjoy fun remote-control drones charged from solar power. Your student will build a solar powered charging station for their drone. When their drone runs out of juice, they can simply charge it anywhere outdoors with their solar charging station. When students are done building, they will challenge other students with their drone. In the end, students will take home a mini drone and their newly built charging station."

In this class, kids can stimulate their creativity by designing and building epic, solar-powered robots from easy-to-assemble parts. In addition, tikes will build solar powered cranes, lift bridges, and many other designs. Let your little engineers explore the world of solar energy while learning how to problem solve and stretch the imagination.

Get ready to race with the power of the sun! In this exciting new camp, kids will design and build their very own solar-powered racer cars while learning how sunlight can be turned into clean, renewable energy. Once their creations are ready, it’s time for the big Solar Race — where everyone’s cars compete in a fun, friendly showdown!

Unlock the magic in Harry Potter's Science of Spells! Young wizards will brew dazzling potions, design a mini Quidditch game complete with a golden snitch, and create their own screaming mandrake. This enchanting camp is packed with spellbinding science, creativity, and wizarding fun! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.

Step into the world of secret agent science! Young scientists in this class will unravel espionage mysteries through fascinating experiments like creating invisible ink. Learn the science behind hidden messages and more while honing your spy skills. Get ready for a thrilling journey where science meets secrecy, and every discovery holds the key to unlocking hidden knowledge! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

Get ready to dive into the exciting world of S.T.E.A.M. (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) with hands-on projects that bring creativity and learning together. Whether you're designing your own 3D treehouse, sculpting a clay swimming pool, or building thrilling race tracks, every activity is packed with imagination and discovery. This isn't your average S.T.E.A.M. class—it's a playful, messy, and totally unforgettable adventure that turns big ideas into fridge-worthy masterpieces. Join us and see just how smart (and fun!) art can be! Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child each day.

Get ready to launch into fun with Cars and Catapults! Young inventors will design and build their own mini catapults and balloon-powered cars. Bursting with hands-on excitement, this class dives into science, engineering, and the thrill of motion!

In this class, we introduce students to programming concepts using Scratch. Scratch is a drag-and-drop creative coding platform developed by MIT. Students will be instructed to make a Mario Kart-style game. Then, select custom characters and tracks to personalize their games. Super Mario Game Coding (Virtual) onSaturday, 3/28/26 at 09:00AM CST Before Class: 1. Technology & Software Requirements Zoom Video Tutorial – How to Join a Zoom Call Zoom Registration Link (required for each session) https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5nIOk2q-RE-QKGI_T6-KSQ Complete the form and you will receive the meeting link by email. Meeting ID: 834 2877 4079 Passcode: tech25 Computer Setup Windows PC or MacBook Webcam Microphone Speakers or headphones Reliable internet connection 2. Class Expectations Please review with your student: · Arrive 10 minutes before class begins. · Choose a quiet workspace with minimal distractions. · Be respectful of the teacher, classmates, and the learning process. · Use the “raise hand” button if you have a question. · Stay muted unless called on by the teacher. 3. Software Requirements · This camp requires Scratch in order to participate. · This is a free website, https://scratch.mit.edu/. · Important: You will need to create an account before class. Have the username and password easily available for your student to access! · Video Link - Logging into Scratch If you experience issues joining, TEXT 612-314-3928 for help. (This number is only monitored 30 minutes before class begins.) For details about this class or other programs, visit Tech Academy’s website We look forward to seeing your student in class! Thanks, Tech Academy Teamoffice@techacademycamps.com Home Technical Requirements: ●Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM ●Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work. ●Internet: Broadband internet ●Webcam, Microphone and Speakers ●Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. ●Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: ●Scratch Website ●Scratch Account (sign-up information will be provided before class)

Create Nintendo-inspired characters using TinkerCAD while learning 3D design skills. They'll also do fun Nintendo-inspired challenges and create themed video games while waiting for prints to finish. One student-designed project will be printed and sent home. Printing and material fees are included. Bring a USB on the last day. Please bring lunch and a drink. Nintendo is a trademark of Nintendo of America Inc. This camp is not affiliated with them.

This camp will energize and excite students by combining the LEGO building systems versatility and the Mindstorms Ev3 (the most sophisticated microcomputer brick ever made by LEGO). Working in teams, students will construct fun LEGO models, experiment with programs, and copete in robotic challenges. Robot building, block programming, and teamwork will be part of each day's activities. The final challenge will be a sumo battle. Please bring a lunch and a drink.

Create a magical pendant and wand using TinkerCAD while building 3D design skills. Students will also enjoy Harry Potter-inspired challenges and design themed video games while waiting for their 3D prints to finish. One design will be printed and sent home. Printing and material fees are included in the camp cost. Please bring a USB drive on the final day. Harry Potter is a Warner Bros. trademark, and this camp is not affiliated with them.

Get a great head start in learning how to code as well as learning computer science concepts using one of the fundamental programming languages of professional developers: Python. its syntax allows programmers to express concepts in fewer lines of code than possible in languages such as C++ or Java, making it the perfect coding language for beginners. Python is a text-based language, so students should have good keyboarding skills. Bring a USB drive to save your games on the last day.

From a galaxy far, far away, your Star Wars adventure begins! In this camp, students will design using starships, droids and other Star War characters to build intergalactic scenes, then bring them to life by creating their own stop-motion animated short film. Alongside moviemaking, they'll dive into Star Wars-themed coding activities, learning how to create games and interactive projects inspired by the saga. Basic reading skills required; Bring a USB drive on the last day. Star Wars is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC. This camp is not affiliated with, authorized by, or sponsored by them.

For Minecraft enthusiasts that want to learn how to create their own custom sword. Learn how to make custom tools! Learn to make mods for Minecraft: Java Edition using MCreator. Students should have basic reading skills and be comfortable using a computer. Bring a USB drive to save your games on the last day. Minecraft is a Mojang Studios trademark. This camp is not affiliated with them.

Minecraft has been a sandbox-building game dominating the world of video gaming for the past several years. Collaborate with fellow students to construct a city! Students will take home their completed world files at the end of class. Beginners and experienced Minecrafters alike will love this action-packed camp! We will be using the PC/Java edition of Minecraft. Bring a USB drive, lunch, and drink.

Join us for an unforgettable Minecraft adventure where you'll explore the world of Pokemon like never before. In this multiplayer camp, you'll learn how to build your own Pokemon world. Create stunning landscapes, iconic locations, and even your own custom Pokemon using the Pixlemon mod. Discover hidden secrets, rare Pokemon, and exciting challenges throughout the Minecraft world. Bring a USB drive to save your games on the last day. Minecraft is a Mojang Studios trademark. This camp is not affiliated with them.

Build, battle, and conquer! Get ready for epic LEGO model battles in our RC Battles camp! Design, build, and program your own remote-controlled LEGO models to compete in thrilling challenges. Learn strategies to develop effective tactics for winning battles. Apply engineering principles to design and build models that are both powerful and durable. Students will be working in small teams of 2-3.

Yes, we CAN learn about robotics! With the LEGO robotics system, young children can build and program their robotic creations. Designed by the experts at MIT, this unique system teaches children about simple machines, engineering, programming and so much more. Young imaginations soar! The LOGO Education Robotics Builder class allows students to explore different concepts in robotics. Possible models may include dancing birds, a hungry alligator robot, goal kicker robot, a rescue plane, and a smart spinner robot. students will be working in pairs.

Let the battles begin! Designed by the experts at MIT, LEGO Robotics' unique system teaches children about simple machines, engineering, programming and so much more. Students may construct a catapult, ninja star, tank, battle axe, crossbow, and more in this camp! Students will be working in pairs. Please bring a lunch and a drink.

Learn how to create content for YouTube! Shoot videos, edit sound, and create an online presence with YouTube. In the first half of camp, earn the tricks pro filmmakers use for better shots, lighting, and sound. You will also learn to use our film editing software in a class project. Then, in the second half of camp, students will work on a group unboxing or individual product review video. Edit your video, add transitions and special effects, and insert a soundtrack. Finally, share your finished video with the world. Bring a USB drive (at least 8 GB) to save your video on the last day. Students should have basic reading skills.