Join us and dive into the exciting world of 3D design and printing! Instructor Lyssa Toemel, Mixxer Resident and Instructor, will introduce you to the fundamentals of 3D modeling using CAD, and the capabilities of Bambu Lab 3D printers.

Over the of two days you'll learn to:

Navigate the CAD interface

Create 3D objects from basic shapes

Design and model 3D objects

Prepare 3D models for printing

Operate Bambu Lab 3D printers

By the end of the course, you'll have the skills to design and print your own 3D creations. All tools and materials will be provided, and lunch will be included.

Date/Time: June 2-6, 2025 9AM to Noon

Ready to dive into the exciting world of game development?

Join experienced instructor Stephan Duga for a week of hands-on learning with Unreal Engine, one of the most powerful game creation platforms. This beginner-friendly course introduces you to the fundamentals of game design. You'll learn how to navigate the Unreal Engine interface, create basic 3D environments, design simple characters, and implement core gameplay mechanics. No prior experience is necessary – just bring your creativity and a passion for games! Get ready to start building your own game worlds!

Instructor:

Stephan Duga - Stephan is an educator who's been on a Latin-teaching journey for most of his career. A few years ago, he took a detour into Creative Media and Game Design, something he's been tinkering with since he was a kid. He's passionate about understanding how we learn and using the way we learn to play to enhance education. He firmly believes that game design should be open to everyone, and the more diverse minds we have shaping games, the cooler they become.

For Makers entering 7th - 12th grade

Date/Time: June 9-13, 2025, 9AM to Noon

Unreal Engine Game Design: From Beginner to Game Creator

Level up your game design skills with this two-week intensive course led by expert instructor Stephan Duga! This program caters to both beginners and those with some prior experience.

Week 1 (Beginner): Start with the basics, learning the Unreal Engine interface, creating 3D environments, designing characters, and implementing fundamental gameplay mechanics. No prior experience is needed!

Week 2 (Advanced): Build upon your new skills and delve deeper into advanced game development concepts. Explore topics like level design, scripting with Blueprints (Unreal Engine's visual scripting system), creating and importing assets, and more complex gameplay mechanics. This week will challenge you to take your game design to the next level and create more polished and engaging experiences. Some familiarity with Unreal Engine or other game development tools is recommended, but not required. Students who complete the beginner week are well-prepared for the advanced content.


INSTRUCTOR: Stephan Duga

Stephan is an educator who's been on a Latin-teaching journey for most of his career. A few years ago, he took a detour into Creative Media and Game Design, something he's been tinkering with since he was a kid. He's passionate about understanding how we learn and using the way we learn to play to enhance education. He firmly believes that game design should be open to everyone, and the more diverse minds we have shaping games, the cooler they become.

Date/Time: June 9-13 and 16-20, 2025, 9AM to Noon

FOR makers in grades 7-12

Embark on a coding adventure and become a Python pro!

This comprehensive 6-day course takes you from the basics of Python programming to more advanced concepts. Start with the fundamentals, learning variables, loops, and conditional statements.

Then, level up your skills with object-oriented programming, working with modules, handling files, and exploring advanced data structures. You'll create simple scripts, build games with Pygame, and tackle challenging coding projects.

For rising 6-12 graders

Instructor: Andrew Rust of ByteSize Learning will guide you every step of the way. No prior experience needed for the first three days; some familiarity with basic programming concepts is helpful for the advanced portion. (Grades 6-12)

Dates/Times: June 23-28, 9AM to Noon

Unlock the power of code with Python!

This beginner-friendly class introduces you to the exciting world of programming. Learn the essential building blocks of Python, from variables and data types to loops, conditional statements, and functions.

You'll gain hands-on experience writing code, creating simple scripts, and even building your own games using Pygame.

No prior coding experience is necessary – just bring your curiosity and a desire to learn.

For rising 6th-12th graders

Instructor: Andrew Rust of ByteSize Learning will guide you through the process, empowering you to create your own digital world.

Date/Time: June 23-25, 9AM to Noon

Ready to take your Python skills to the next level?

This intermediate class builds upon the foundations learned in our beginner course (or equivalent experience).

Dive deeper into Python programming concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), working with modules and libraries, handling files, and exploring more advanced data structures. You'll tackle more challenging coding projects, refining your problem-solving abilities and expanding your coding toolkit.

This class will empower you to write more complex and sophisticated programs.

For rising 6th-12th graders

Instructor: Andrew Rust of ByteSize Learning will guide you through the process, helping you become a more confident and capable coder.

Days/Times: June 26-28, 9AM to Noon 

Conquer the web design universe in this epic 6-day adventure!

This course combines our beginner and intermediate web design tracks for the ultimate learning experience. You'll go from the basics of HTML and CSS all the way to responsive design, JavaScript, and more advanced techniques. We'll also explore how AI is impacting the future of web design.

Instructor Andrew Rust of ByteSize Learning will be your guide as you build amazing and intelligent websites. Whether you're a total newbie or have some experience, this course will equip you to create your own corner of the web.

For rising 6th-12th Graders

Dates/Time: July 7-12

Ready to build your own website? This beginner-friendly course is your launchpad! Learn the essential tools of web design, including HTML for structuring your content and CSS for making it look awesome.

You'll create your own web page, work with text and images, and discover the secrets of great web design. We'll also take a quick look at how Artificial Intelligence is changing the world of web design.

Join instructor Andrew Rust of ByteSize Learning and get ready to launch your web presence!

For rising 6th to 12th graders

Date/Time: July 7-9