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Our summer programs are open to all rising 5th-8th graders (students who will be in 5-8 grade during the 2021-2022 school year) of Essex County.
Our summer programs are open to all rising 5th-8th graders (students who will be in 5-8 grade during the 2021-2022 school year) of Essex County.
Essex IQ Robotics and Coding Academy
Essex IQ Robotics and Coding Academy
Monday-Thursday
8:30 AM-2:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM-1:30 PM
Program Dates: 6/28-7/16
As a student with Essex IQ, you’ll get a fun, in-person, robotics/engineering experience in just three weeks! We’ll start with core concepts and fundamentals, then we’ll work our way up to building and programming a complete robot to compete against other teams. You’ll be surrounded by high school mentors with experience in different STEM fields and other students who are as excited to learn as you are. And you’ll also get a chance to explore beyond our robotics curriculum — we hope to offer chances to learn more about 3D printing, game design, AI, and more.
The camp will take place from June 28th to July 16th, and every day will provide a mix of instruction and work time to help you learn new skills and apply them. We’ll be working mostly with VEX IQ equipment, but will use other resources as necessary to give you the best possible experience.
*Lunch will be provided
Click here to register for the Essex IQ Robotics and Coding Academy
Culinary Academy
Culinary Academy
8:30-12:30
Session 1: June 28th-July 2nd
Session 2: July 6th-July 9th
Session 3: July 12th-16th
The STEAM Career Academy Culinary Camp is a one-week action-packed culinary adventure! Students will explore classic cooking techniques including stocks, sauces, searing, steaming, knife skills, kitchen safety, and more. The program will start with fundamentals to building a solid foundation and transition to more advanced skills as appropriate. Students will learn dishes from various cultures and develop an appreciation for the field.
Our professional-level kitchen is stocked with pro equipment to create endless possibilities and real-life experiences. This hands-on approach will turn your middle schoolers into inspiring professional chefs.
All skills levels are accepted:
Many of our students are newbies and fresh to the kitchen. We welcome all levels of experience and hope that all participants foster a love for Culinary Arts.
Music Production Academy
Music Production Academy
Time: 8:30-12:30
Program Dates: 7/6-7/16
The Music Production Summer Academy is powered by Essex County Schools of Technology’s STEAM Career Academy. This nine-day summer academy will expose middle school students to key music production concepts like The DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), which is the powerful digital computer software used to create, record, edit, mix and master some of today’s biggest hit songs.
In addition to learning how to create, modify sounds, and even programming drum beats and patterns, students will be introduced to songwriting and musical arranging concepts. They will be introduced to the music business question of “how does my music make money”?
The entire process of making digital music is explored in-depth with creativity as the center of our focus. Whether new to music production or a self-taught expert, students will be exposed to advanced software and digital audio equipment which will prepare them for the competitive, fast-paced, and ever-changing music industry.
Baking and Pastry Academy
Baking and Pastry Academy
8:30-12:30
Session 1: July 6th- July 9th
Session 2: July 12th-July 16
Session 3: July 19th-July 23
Session 4: July 26th-July 30th
The Baking and Pastry Summer Academy is powered by Essex County Schools of Technology’s STEAM Career Academy. During this week, students will experience a unique opportunity to explore the art, science, and business aspects of baking and pastry. Through hands-on workshops in cooking, baking, and pastry arts, students will develop skills for success that can be applied to any aspect of their life, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and organization. Our professional-level kitchen is stocked with pro equipment to create endless possibilities and real-life experiences.
All skills levels are accepted:
Many of our students are newbies and fresh to the kitchen. We welcome all levels of experience and hope that all participants foster a love for Pastry Arts.
Cosmetology Academy
Cosmetology Academy
Session #1: July 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, & 15
Session #1: July 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, & 15
Session #2: July 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, & 29
Session #2: July 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, & 29
Have fun Exploring the Wonderful World of Hair, Skin, Nails, and Massage!!
Have fun Exploring the Wonderful World of Hair, Skin, Nails, and Massage!!
Participants engage in hands-on activities, learning basic hairstyling, makeup application, and healthy skin care regimens. Outside of learning those skills we also strive to increase the participants' confidence with handling all hair types, increasing dexterity, and how to maintain a clean and sanitary workspace.
Topics explored include:
Blow drying
Flat ironing
Personal Hand Care with Manicure and Pedicure
Hair Wrapping and Braiding
Makeup application
Personal Skin Care
Intro to First Aid
Intro to First Aid
Time: 8:30 AM- 12:30 PM
Program Dates: 7/12-7/16
Students will be introduced to the 911 system and how it works. They will learn how to recognize an emergency and what to do if one occurs. Subjects covered will include basic bleeding control, splinting and immobilization, and burn care.
Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Academy
Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Academy
Time: 9:00 AM- 12:00
Program Dates: 7/12-7/16
The class will look at proper crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and documentation, and other key components to any criminal investigation. This course provides participants with information, techniques, and methods for conducting investigations ranging from general crime scene investigations to death investigations. The course will touch on dealing with witnesses at a scene and the importance of turning their information over to other case investigators. The general concept of scene integrity and the importance of correct evidence handling to assist in the successful prosecution of those proven to be responsible for criminal activity will be our focus. The course will be delivered from the Essex County Prosecutors Crime Scene Unit and in conjunction with the Prosecutors Office and active members of the Prosecutors Office Crime Scene Unit.
*Virtual Program
Mock Trials Academy
Mock Trials Academy
Time: 8:30-12:30
Program Dates: 8/9-8/20
Students will develop academic/career/life skills including critical reading, persuasive writing, public speaking, debate, and teamwork as they learn about court rules, analysis of facts and law, and how to raise and defend against evidentiary objections.
**Due to the rigor of content, this program is open only to rising 6th-8th graders.
Fashion Explorer Camp
Fashion Explorer Camp
Time: 8:30-12:30
Session 1: 8/2-8/6
Session 2: 8/9-8/13
If you are looking for a unique, creative, and skill-building summer experience – join us for Essex County’s Schools of Technology’s Fashion Camp – Create, Design, and Sew!
Campers will learn the basics of how to design fashion and all about the different facets of the fashion industry. This one-week experience will lead campers to create a series of daily Fashion projects that they can take home at the end of each visit. Each camp day is engaging and fun as we break into different classes with various fashion themes – sewing, illustration, branding, marketing- with creativity always on the daily agenda! Students will spend a week exploring fashion starting with inspiration and ending with industry skills. Each student will leave camp with a variety of projects and their own custom set of Fashion tools to continue creating at home.
Click here to register for Session 1, August 2nd-August 6th
Click here to register for Session 2, August 9th-August 13th
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