College for Kids summer camp registration opens in March.

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Courses

Black Rocket: Minecraft® Designers (Grades 4-6)

If you love the game Minecraft® and always wanted to design your own world, this class is for you! Learn how to create a custom map, design structures to share between worlds, build with Redstone and Command blocks, and create custom textures for you to import at home or share with friends. Projects from this class require the Java version of Minecraft®. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft® are not compatible. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.


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Black Rocket: Roblox® Makers (Grades 4-6)

Unlock the power of Roblox® Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world Roblox® developers! Learn how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your Roblox® world. Bring characters to life with unique animations you design. 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.


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Comic Crafters (Grades 4-6)

Young storytellers and artists team up their imaginations in this dynamic comic making camp. Students learn how comics come to life from characters and dialogue to panels, pacing, and visual storytelling. Through guided lessons and plenty of hands on practice, they discover how to shape a story, choose impactful imagery, and design each panel so it truly pops. Along the way, campers experiment with style, build confidence in both writing and drawing, and create original comics that showcase their unique voice. Perfect for any child who loves stories, art, or dreaming up new worlds.


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From Page to Stage: Theatre & Storytelling Camp (Grades 4-6)

Ready to step into the spotlight? In this super-fun, 4-day adventure, campers will discover the magic of theatre and storytelling while making new friends and creating unforgettable moments! Get ready to become amazing characters using your voice and body, think on your feet with exciting improv games, and bring stories to life with creativity and teamwork. Plus, you'll dive into cool ideas like conflict, motivation, and staging and then work together to write and perform your very own short scenes! Lights, camera? YOU!


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Zen-tastical Kids Yoga Camp (Grades 4-6)

Discover the perfect blend of fun, mindfulness, and movement! At Zen-tastical Kids Yoga Camp, children explore yoga through playful poses, creative games, and calming breathing exercises designed just for them. Each day is filled with activities that nurture flexibility, focus, and confidence all in a supportive, stress-free environment. From imaginative yoga adventures to mindful crafts and relaxation techniques, campers learn skills that promote inner peace and resilience. Perfect for kids who love to move, create, and grow in a positive, uplifting space! Don't forget to bring your yoga mat each day!


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Code It to Life: Scratch Camp (Grades 4-6)

Ready to turn your wildest ideas into awesome digital creations? Let's code them to life! In this exciting hands on camp, you'll dive into the world of Scratch an easy, colorful, block based coding platform that lets you bring your imagination to life with just a few clicks. As you explore Scratch, you'll sharpen problem solving skills, practice creative thinking, and learn the basics of real programming concepts and you'll discover how coding can feel just like building with digital LEGOs. Get ready for a camp full of creativity, collaboration, and "I did it!" moments. By the end, you'll walk away with projects you're proud of, new tech skills, and the confidence to keep creating long after camp ends. It's imaginative, brain powered, and seriously fun! Students in Morgan County can apply for financial assistance through The Jacksonville Promise. https://jacksonvillepromis.wixsite.com/fundraising.

July 13-16, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1136

Mixed Media Madness (Grades 4-6)

Why choose just one art material when you can use all of them? In this playful, anything goes studio, young creators dive into a treasure trove of everyday supplies cardboard, bubble wrap, buttons, felt, and more mixing them with paint, oil pastels, glue, and paper mâché to build truly one of a kind works of art. Students experiment, combine, layer, and invent as they discover how different textures and materials can work together. Every project becomes a multi dimensional masterpiece that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and the joy of making something wonderfully unexpected. Students in Morgan County can apply for financial assistance through The Jacksonville Promise. https://jacksonvillepromis.wixsite.com/fundraising.

July 13-16, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2205

Roots of Calm and Strength: Martial Arts (Grades 4-6)

Embark on a journey that blends discipline, strength, and self-discovery. In this camp, young participants train both mind and body through the rich practice of martial arts. More than learning physical techniques, campers explore the core values of respect, focus, and perseverance. Through dynamic activities including skill-building drills, mindfulness exercises, and collaborative team challenges campers grow in confidence while developing foundational martial arts skills. Supportive instructors and a positive atmosphere help each participant cultivate inner calm, physical strength, and a deep respect for themselves and others.

July 13-16, 2026, Kreher Agriculture Center Room K1121

Science Superstar Academy (Grades 4-6)

Get ready to unleash your inner scientist! At this action packed Science Camp, you'll dive into mind blowing experiments and hands on challenges that reveal how the world really works. Ever wonder what makes something sink or float? Want to create bubbling chemical reactions or melt ice in surprising ways? You'll get to test it all! Throughout the week, you'll make predictions, run experiments, and figure out the "why" behind every cool result. You'll sharpen your problem solving skills, team up with fellow scientists, and experiment your way through discoveries that feel like real life magic. If you're ready to explore, create, and get a little messy, this camp is your ticket to an unforgettable science adventure!

July 13-16, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2210

The Design Zone (Grades 4-6)

In the Design Zone, students step into the roles of architects and interior designers to conceptualize, draft, and build their own miniature environments. Students begin by learning the fundamentals of spatial planning and scale drawing, translating their creative visions from 2D sketches into detailed blueprints. The class culminates in a hands-on construction phase where they use various materials to create 3D architectural models, focusing on how form and function interact within a space. By the end of the program, students gain a practical understanding of geometry, engineering, and the design thinking process. Students in Morgan County can apply for financial assistance through The Jacksonville Promise. https://jacksonvillepromis.wixsite.com/fundraising.

July 13-16, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1116