Explore different styles of acting techniques through a variety of activities and games, and learn how to "get in character" as you prepare various scense and monologues and then perform them in class.  Genres include dramatic, comedic, improvisation, and musical theater.

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.

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.

Discover the vibrant world of anime and manga in our "Anime Art Blast" summer camp! Perfect for young artists, this 4-day program teaches essential drawing techniques for creating expressive characters and dynamic scenes. Campers will explore character design, chibi styles, and visual storytelling through fun activities. Join us for an unforgettable journey into anime artistry!

Discover the vibrant world of anime and manga in our "Anime Art Blast" summer camp! Perfect for young artists, this 4-day program teaches essential drawing techniques for creating expressive characters and dynamic scenes. Campers will explore character design, chibi styles, and visual storytelling through fun activities. Join us for an unforgettable journey into anime artistry!

Explore different styles of acting techniques through a variety of activities and games, and learn how to “get in character” as you prepare various scenes and monologues and then perform them in class. Genres include dramatic, comedic, improvisation, and musical theater.

Collaborate with your friends to take on fun, hands-on STEM challenges. From building a mini skate park to launching a pop-up shop to transforming a robot into a stuffie, each experience adds up to an imagination-stretching, confidence-boosting summer. Kindergarten-6th grade (students will be divided into age groups).

In this camp, you’ll gain and practice leadership and teamwork skills in a dynamic, invention-based setting, act as role models for younger participants, and learn to set and meet personal and team goals. This is a companion program to Camp Invention: Wonder! where young adults learn hands-on skills in both STEM and leadership. Only five seats available. Ages 12-15.

Spend your week exploring the world of fantastic beasts and dark arts while learning about what might really be possible through the science of potions, herbology, flight, and more. A little crafting, a little experimenting, and a lot of magic! Ages 7-12.

Spend your week exploring the world of fantastic beasts and dark arts while learning about what might really be possible through the science of potions, herbology, flight, and more. A little crafting, a little experimenting, and a lot of magic! Ages 7-12.

Wondering what careers are out there with Drones? Learn the basics of drone flight and the rules. You will first use a flight simulator and then take to the skies with a real drone!  You will also learn about the various components of a drone and will be exposed to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and guidelines. The camp will culminate with a fun series of activities including an obstacle course.

Embark on an exciting journey through the world of Dungeons and Dragons in this immersive introduction to tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) for ages 12-16. This course will delve into the art of character creation, map crafting, adventure writing, and effective communication, all the skills needed to play and run games on their own. By exploring TTRPGs, students will develop a range of skills, including public speaking, reading comprehension, mathematics, team-building, note-taking, and creative problem-solving. Bring your own set of tabletop roleplaying game dice (d4, d6, d8, d10/d100, d12, and d20) to unlock a realm of endless imagination and learning!

Embark on a vibrant journey of movement and rhythm with our 'Elements of Dance' summer day camp! Over four exhilarating days, students will delve into the captivating world of dance, discovering the rich diversity of styles including jazz and ballroom. This dynamic program promises to inspire, energize, and cultivate a lifelong love for the art of movement in all participants.

Embark on a vibrant journey of movement and rhythm with our 'Elements of Dance' summer day camp! Over four exhilarating days, students will delve into the captivating world of dance, discovering the rich diversity of styles including jazz and ballroom. This dynamic program promises to inspire, energize, and cultivate a lifelong love for the art of movement in all participants.

Embark on a transformative journey in our Face Painting and Special FX class! Explore basic techniques like latex application, zombie and creature creation ,unlocking your creativity with expert guidance. Perfect for aspiring makeup artists for stage, film, and more. Ages 12 -15.

In this fun and hands-on class, you’ll learn to design and implement your own face painting designs! You can be a unicorn, a skeleton, a tiger…the possibilities are endless! All participants will receive a face painting kit to bring home for practice. Ages 8-17

Learn basic robotics, design, engineering, building, and programming skills using LEGO® Education SPIKE Prime robotics sets to perform fun, autonomous “missions” on a playing field.

Ages 9-13.

Learn basic robotics, design, engineering, building, and programming skills using LEGO® Education SPIKE Prime robotics sets to perform fun, autonomous “missions” on a playing field.

Ages 9-13.

Learn basic robotics, design, engineering, building, and programming skills using LEGO® Education SPIKE Prime robotics sets to perform fun, autonomous “missions” on a playing field.

Ages 9-13.

Learn basic robotics, engineering, building, and programming skills using LEGO® Education WeDo sets, ultimately applying these newly learned concepts to make your robot designs come to life.

Ages 6 - 8

Learn basic robotics, engineering, building, and programming skills using LEGO® Education WeDo sets, ultimately applying these newly learned concepts to make your robot designs come to life.

Ages 6 - 8

Learn basic robotics, engineering, building, and programming skills using LEGO® Education WeDo sets, ultimately applying these newly learned concepts to make your robot designs come to life.

Ages 6 - 8

Biology and geology come alive as you learn about dinosaurs and other ancient organisms and how they lived. You will make your own fossils, crack open geodes, and learn about the New York State fossils and gemstones as you explore the evolutionary history of planet Earth. Ages 11-14.

Biology and geology come alive as you learn about dinosaurs and other ancient organisms and how they lived. You will make your own fossils, crack open geodes, and learn about the New York State fossils and gemstones as you explore the evolutionary history of planet Earth. Ages 6-10.

Disover how 3D animated films and video games are made. Learn the basic elements of 3D graphics such as modeling objects, giving models color and texture, lighting scenes, and animation. Bring a flashdrive to save your work. Ages 12-14.

Learn more techniques in 3D modeling and texturing, lighting and animation. In this second level class, you will get an introduction the the subject of character animation. Bring a flashdrive to save your work. Ages 12-14.

In this fun outdoor class, you’ll get real experience learning the basics to get started with confidence on the golf course. We’ll spend three days on campus learning about the rules, equipment, and basic use. Then we’ll take what we learned to the course, spending day four at Valley View or Stonebridge Golf Course. Bringing your own clubs is optional but not required. Students will be broken up into age groups.

Explore the world's most unusual and fascinating weather events with a WKTV Meteorologist . Learn how to predict and measure the weather from home with today's latest technology. Ages 10-14.

This course is designed to give 11- to 14-year-olds a sneak peek into what it takes to become a great lifeguard. You’ll learn the basic responsibilities of a lifeguard, techniques, build stamina, and practice communication and decision-making skills. This is not a certification course. You must have Level 4 swim skills. Ages 11-14.

Make delicious breads and pastries without yeast! Learn how to make soda bread (think lemon-lime soda), biscuits (as good as any Southern grandma can make), quick breads (fruity or nutty?) and pancakes from scratch (never mixes) with a variety of delicious toppings. Ages 8-12.

Learn the basics of baking bread and then transform your dough into pretzels (with dipping sauces on the side), pizza (plus sauces and toppings), sandwich bread (you'll make the fillings, too), and a sweet bread pudding to finish our lessons. Ages 8-12.

Go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design classes and create an immersive 3D world. You’ll learn the physics behind 3D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling the flow of gameplay, and storytelling. Student projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Projects are only compatible with Windows devices.

Go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design classes and create an immersive 3D world. You’ll learn the physics behind 3D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling the flow of gameplay, and storytelling. Student projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Projects are only compatible with Windows devices.

Learn about the health care field as you explore careers in nursing, radiology, medical laboratory technology, respiratory therapy, surgical technology, cardiology, and much more. All activities are held in the MVCC clinical labs. Ages 13 and up.

Customize your own Minecraft world and mod the classic game. Learn scripting and logic statements and 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.

Customize your own Minecraft world and mod the classic game. Learn scripting and logic statements and 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.

Explore the beauty of nature through art in "Nature's Palette." Discover various drawing techniques inspired by nature, from still-life arrangements to animal drawings. Connect with ancient traditions through cave drawings and start a nature journal to document your artistic journey. Join us and unlock your creative potential!

Explore the beauty of nature through art in "Nature's Palette." Discover various drawing techniques inspired by nature, from still-life arrangements to animal drawings. Connect with ancient traditions through cave drawings and start a nature journal to document your artistic journey. Join us and unlock your creative potential!

Let your inner artist out and paint the day away! Each day you will complete one “follow along” painting, take a little break, and then move on to free studio time to paint your own creations!  During the week we will explore color mixing, textures, painting to music, painting outside, painting with non traditional tools, and more! For Ages 7-14.

Join Sara from Resonate Trading Co. to explore different mindfulness techniques, in a fun and exciting way! We will play around with movement, breathing exercises, crystals, visualization, sound, artistic expression, games, and explore nature each day. You’ll leave with new friends, great memories and a new set of mindfulness tools you can rely on even when camp is over. For Ages 7-14.

Discover the Lua coding language while designing experiences in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! New developers will learn to use Roblox’s Studio software to reimagine the popular game genres with your own custom code! 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.

Discover the Lua coding language while designing experiences in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! New developers will learn to use Roblox’s Studio software to reimagine the popular game genres with your own custom code! 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.

Get involved in science as you learn what makes magnets work and create your own working motor. Use chemistry to make ice cream and examine DNA that you extract right out of a strawberry! At the end of the week, you will participate in a Science Olympics. Race to build the strongest bridge or design a new creature. All are welcome. Ages 10-14.

Instructors: MVCC WISE (Women in Science and Engineering Faculty)

Submerse into the world of SeaPerch Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs), where curiosity meets creativity and hands-on learning ignites a passion for STEM. Discover the fundamentals of engineering, design, and marine science as students work in teams to construct and test their underwater ROVs. Whether you're an aspiring engineer or simply love to tinker, SeaPerch Summer Camp promises an unforgettable journey of exploration and discovery beneath the waves. Ages 10-14.

Dive into the world beneath the waves with our Introduction to Snorkeling class tailored for youth ages 11-14! This exciting course offers a safe and exhilarating introduction to snorkeling techniques, underwater exploration, and marine life appreciation. Led by experienced instructors, participants will learn essential skills and gain confidence in exploring the wonders of the ocean while fostering a love for aquatic adventures. This is not a certification course. You must have Level 4 swim skills.

Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor play and indoor pool games. Learn basic skills, rules, and game play for individual and team sports. All activities will focus on good sportsmanship and good health. Bring a bathing suit, towel and snack.

Ages 7-14

Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor play and indoor pool games. Learn basic skills, rules, and game play for individual and team sports. All activities will focus on good sportsmanship and good health. Bring a bathing suit, towel and snack.

Ages 7-14

Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor play and indoor pool games. Learn basic skills, rules, and game play for individual and team sports. All activities will focus on good sportsmanship and good health. Bring a bathing suit, towel and snack.

Ages 7-14

Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor play and indoor pool games. Learn basic skills, rules, and game play for individual and team sports. All activities will focus on good sportsmanship and good health. Bring a bathing suit, towel and snack.

Ages 7-14

Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor play and indoor pool games. Learn basic skills, rules, and game play for individual and team sports. All activities will focus on good sportsmanship and good health. Bring a bathing suit, towel and snack.

Ages 7-14

Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor play and indoor pool games. Learn basic skills, rules, and game play for individual and team sports. All activities will focus on good sportsmanship and good health. Bring a bathing suit, towel and snack.

Ages 7-14

Explore what might be possible both in our galaxy and far away. Take a trip through science and crafts to the desert of Jakku or the forest moon of Endor, and learn to keep warm while out in the snows of Hoth. Learn to pilot the Millenium Falcon, build your own R2 unit, and encounter a lost child along the way. Ages 10-14.

Join us for an exciting 4-day summer arts program where creativity meets sustainability! Each week brings a new theme, from 'Nature's Canvas' using found items outdoors to 'Upcycled Fashion' turning old clothes into wearable art. Through fun activities, children will explore the world of art while learning to care for our planet by repurposing recyclable materials. Let's inspire young minds to express themselves creatively while making a positive impact on the environment.

Join us for an exciting 4-day summer arts program where creativity meets sustainability! Each week brings a new theme, from 'Nature's Canvas' using found items outdoors to 'Upcycled Fashion' turning old clothes into wearable art. Through fun activities, children will explore the world of art while learning to care for our planet by repurposing recyclable materials. Let's inspire young minds to express themselves creatively while making a positive impact on the environment.

Join us for an exciting 4-day summer arts program where creativity meets sustainability! Each week brings a new theme, from 'Nature's Canvas' using found items outdoors to 'Upcycled Fashion' turning old clothes into wearable art. Through fun activities, children will explore the world of art while learning to care for our planet by repurposing recyclable materials. Let's inspire young minds to express themselves creatively while making a positive impact on the environment.

Join us for an exciting 4-day summer arts program where creativity meets sustainability! Each week brings a new theme, from 'Nature's Canvas' using found items outdoors to 'Upcycled Fashion' turning old clothes into wearable art. Through fun activities, children will explore the world of art while learning to care for our planet by repurposing recyclable materials. Let's inspire young minds to express themselves creatively while making a positive impact on the environment.

Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are eight or eighteen, 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.

Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixteen, 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.

Wondering what careers are out there with Drones? Learn the basics of drone flight and the rules. You will first use a flight simulator and then take to the skies with a real drone!  You will also learn about the various components of a drone and will be exposed to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulatons and guidelines. The day will culminate with a fun series of activities including an obstacle course.  

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? In this course, you will learn all the basic information and skills training you will need to care for children of all ages in a safe and reliable manner. Upon completion you will be prepared and confident in your skills

Ages 11 - 15

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? In this course, you will learn all the basic information and skills training you will need to care for children of all ages in a safe and reliable manner. Upon completion you will be prepared and confident in your skills

Ages 11 - 15

Get extensive math explanations and problem-solving skills to help prepare for the math portion of the SAT.  There will be an in-depth emphasis on successful test-taking strategies, as well as use of sample tests.  Bring pencils and a scientific or graphing calculator

Are you hoping to do well on the SATs but you’re worried about how the test is set up? This class will dissect each section of the reading/writing portion of the SATs so that you feel more comfortable with the wording of the questions as well as the answer options. 

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