AGES 8-11

MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Monday-Friday, 12:00PM-2:30PM
LOCATION:  ONLINE LIVE-DEDICATED MEETING TIME

Are you ready to take your game design skills to another level? With Unity, an industry-grade design software, aspiring game designers will learn level editing, 3D modeling, impactful gameplay creation, as well as how to utilize scripts and variables. 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. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.

AGES 11-14

MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Monday-Friday, 3:30PM-6:00PM
LOCATION:  ONLINE LIVE-DEDICATED MEETING TIME

Are you ready to take your game design skills to another level? With Unity, an industry-grade design software, aspiring game designers will learn level editing, 3D modeling, impactful gameplay creation, as well as how to utilize scripts and variables. 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. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.

*SATURDAY SECTION*

AGES 8-14

MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Saturday, 9:30AM-11:30AM
LOCATION:  Online Live- Dedicated Meeting Time

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 projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

AGES 8-14

MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Saturdays, 9:30AM-11:30AM
LOCATION:  Online Live- Dedicated Meeting Time

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 projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

AGES 8-11

MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Monday-Friday 3:30PM-6:00PM
LOCATION: Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time

Calling all future coders, programmers, & designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be a silicon valley CEO or the high school student who just made $1 million dollars for programming in her bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.

 

AGES 11-14

MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Monday-Friday 12:00PM-2:30PM
LOCATION: Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time

Calling all future coders, programmers, & designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be a silicon valley CEO or the high school student who just made $1 million dollars for programming in her bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.

 

MEETING DAY & TIME: Monday/Wednesday, 4:00PM-5:30PM
LOCATION: Online w/ live instructor
 

Calling all future coders, programmers, & designers! Explore a series of coding languages like HTML, CSS,  JavaScript, and Python through introductory projects and design challenges. Get started on your coding journey and become the next coding prodigy! Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. 

*Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chromebook

AGES 11-14

MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-11:00AM
LOCATION: Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time

Learn programming tools so powerful they seem like magic! Start off by learning an array of core programming concepts with JavaScript by experimenting in a series of digital challenges. Start with programming your first animated memes, then tackle more advanced skills such as interactive 3D experiences and game creation. 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.

AGES 8-14

MEETING DAYS & TIMES:   Tuesday/Thursday, 5:30PM-7:00PM
LOCATION: Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time

If you love playing video games, this is the camp for you! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that shows you the keys to designing your first 2D platformer game. Conceptualization, play experience, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we’ll explore. No prior experience necessary, just a desire to have fun. Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Games are only compatible on PC computers. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.   

AGES 11-14

MEETING DAYS & TIMES:   Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-11:00AM
LOCATION: Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time

If you love playing video games, this is the camp for you! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that shows you the keys to designing your first 2D platformer game. Conceptualization, play experience, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we’ll explore. No prior experience necessary, just a desire to have fun. Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Games are only compatible on PC computers. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.   

AGES 8-11

MEETING DAYS & TIMES:   Monday-Friday, 12:00PM-2:30PM
LOCATION: Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time

If you love playing video games, this is the camp for you! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that shows you the keys to designing your first 2D platformer game. Conceptualization, play experience, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we’ll explore. No prior experience necessary, just a desire to have fun. Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Games are only compatible on PC computers. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.   

AGES 8-14

MEETING DAY & TIME:  Friday, 5:30PM-6:30PM
LOCATION: Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time

Join kids around the country in our Creator Corps Community of Minecraft maniacs who play and create together. Each week have fun playing Minecraft and learning new tricks from our Minecraft Masters. Each Friday one of our Black Rocket Coaches will teach a new technique and challenge to the club and let you show off your skills. Clubs meet every Friday at 5:30PM CST for 6 weeks.

AGES 8-14

MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Tuesday/Thursday, 4:00PM-5:30PM (Class will not meet Thursday, October 31st)
LOCATION:  Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time

Use your favorite game to learn the basics of modding and foundations of programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods! Introductory coding will also be taught through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft. Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students must own a Java version of Minecraft to take this class. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible.

AGES 8-14

MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Monday/Wednesday, 4:00PM-5:30PM
LOCATION:  Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time

Want to learn the world's fastest-growing programming language favored by Google, NASA, YouTube, and the CIA?  ​Learn how to code with Python to create engaging apps and games.  Each lesson takes you step-by-step on a programming path that will let you challenge friends with fun content you create from start to finish!​   Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years​.