Facilitator: Community Education Staff

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ACT Test Prep

Get ready to excel on the ACT with our comprehensive prep course - designed to equip you with everything you need to succeed. From expert strategies to targeted practice, we cover all five ACT sections: English, Math, Reading, Science, and Writing. Each session includes proven test-taking techniques, in-depth content reviews, practice with authentic ACT-style questions, strategies to manage time and reduce test anxiety, andtips to improve speed and accuracy. Build your confidence by mastering essential skills in math, science, grammar, reading comprehension, and essay writing. Learn how to approach questions strategically, familiarize yourself with the test format, and strengthen your critical thinking to perform your best on test day.
January 31, 2026 to February 28, 2026, Menard Hall Room 1177
February 4, 2026 to March 4, 2026, Menard Hall Room 1177

All the Buzz About Bees (Grades 6-8)

Did you know that honeybees and other pollinators help produce nearly one-third of the food we eat? That's some serious buzzing power! At Honeybee Camp, you'll explore the fascinating world of honeybees and uncover why these tiny insects are such important environmental superheroes. Campers will investigate how a bee hive operates and learn the different roles of the queen, workers, and drones. You'll discover how bees make honey and beeswax and why pollination is essential for growing fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Through hands-on activities, interactive games, simple experiments, and creative projects, you'll see science come to life. Join us for a week of hands-on learning, teamwork, and exciting discoveries as we uncover the buzzing science behind the insects that help keep our world growing! Camp includes outdoor activities. Please dress appropriately and you may apply bug spray and or sunscreen before coming to camp. LLCC does not provide sunscreen or bug spray.
June 15-18, 2026, LLCC-Litchfield Room L103

Automation Nation: Inside the World of PLCs (Grades 7-10)

Curious about how machines think and factories run? In this camp students will dive into the exciting world of industrial automation including the technology behind traffic lights, amusement park rides, and smart manufacturing. Through hands-on activities and real-world challenges, campers will learn how Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are used to control machines and processes safely and efficiently. By the end of the camp, students will have a strong foundation in PLC concepts and a new appreciation for the technology that powers the modern world. Perfect for anyone interested in engineering, robotics, or future technical careers.
July 6-9, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 2101

Bizzy Little Bees (Grades 1-3)

This flying little fuzzball with black and yellow stripes has a big impact on our world today! Through the crafts in this class, your very own busy bee will learn about everything bees. From how they pollinate, how they build their honeycomb homes, and even how they make honey; your child will build crafts that will make them smile while bringing to light the not-so-little life of this tiny garden guest!
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Black Rocket: App Attack: Cloud Game Creators (Grades 4-6)

Build game apps you can play everywhere and anywhere using a web-based development tool. Learn in-demand skills like programming events and coding controls for a touch screen or keyboard and mouse. Finish by personalizing levels and characters with your own design. Now you are ready to upload your games to the Black Rocket cloud arcade and play on any mobile device or computer. Games can easily be shared with friends and family! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
June 15-18, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

Black Rocket: Code Breakers (Grades 4-6)

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 a 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. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
June 15-18, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

Black Rocket: Code Your Own Adventure! Interactive Storytelling (Grades 4-6)

Unleash your imagination and become a master storyteller! In this course, you'll combine the power of code with the art of storytelling to create your very own interactive adventure. You'll get hands-on experience building a non-linear story with multiple endings. Learn the basics of web design to format your passages and bring your adventure to life with custom fonts and colors. Immerse your friends and family in a story that twists and turns, taking them on a branching adventure of your design! 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.
June 22-25, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

Black Rocket: Cyber Spies (Grades 4-6)

With the world's increased reliance on digital data, cybersecurity is more important than ever! In this class, you are all that stands between a group of international hackers launching cyberattacks and world peace. Through a series of challenges, students will learn to apply tools used by professional digital forensics teams to crack codes and use encryption. Working in teams, you will collect clues, recover lost data, and explore the tools of the trade to become the next great cyber spy! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
June 22-25, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

Black Rocket: Make Your First 3D Video Game (Grades 4-6)

In this Black Rocket classic, you will go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design classes and create an immersive 3D world. Students will 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. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

Black Rocket: Make Your First Video Game (Grades 4-6)

Our classic game design camp reimagined to include even more of what you love! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that gives you the keys to designing your first 2D platformer game. Conceptualization, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we'll explore. No prior experience is 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. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

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.
July 6-9, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

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.
July 6-9, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

Black Rocket: Young Coders (Grades 4-6)

In this Black Rocket classic, you will go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design classes and create an immersive 3D world. Students will 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. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
June 8-11, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

Black Rocket: Young Game Designers (Grades 4-6)

This beginner game development course is designed to get elementary-aged students excited about technology through hands-on and engaging learning activities. Recreate classic video games while exploring level design and digital arts concepts. Experience intuitive, child-friendly software while learning the game development process. Show off the awesome games you create on a special, password-protected website to share with your friends and family! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
June 8-11, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1101

Bone Hunters: A Prehistoric Quest (Grades 4-6)

Enter the world of fossils and dinosaurs. Become an amateur paleontologist while you study the past through the physical remains of what was left behind over 11,000 years ago! Examine fossils to open a prehistoric world where dinosaurs, along with many other extinct animals lived and died. We will have an opportunity to excavate and put together dinosaur "bones" as well as excavate real fossils!
June 15-18, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2209

Bonsai 101 - Beginner Bonsai Workshop with Tropical Trees

Join the Springfield Bonsai Society for a tropical bonsai workshop where Society members will provide hands-on guidance. Materials will be provided and you will take your bonsai tree home with you.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, Kreher Agriculture Center Room K1131

Brick-tastic Builders Camp (Grades 1-3)

Get ready to build big, dream bigger, and have tons of fun! LEGO® Builders Summer Camp is the perfect place for young creators in grades 1-3 who love to imagine, build, and play. Each day, campers will dive into exciting LEGO® adventures, building cool cars, silly animals, towering cities, and anything else their imagination dreams up! Through fun challenges and team projects, kids will learn how to solve problems, share ideas, and work together like real builders and engineers.
June 8-11, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1171

Bridge Builders Engineering Lab (Grades 6-8)

In this engaging STEM session, students will explore the engineering principles behind various bridge designs, from classic arches to complex suspension systems. Participants will step into the role of civil engineers as they brainstorm and sketch their own blueprints for a structure capable of supporting a specific weight load. After the design phase, students will bring their visions to life by constructing physical models and putting them to the ultimate test in a high-stakes weight-bearing competition.
July 6-9, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1115
July 13-16, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1171

Bug-tastic Stories & Creative Adventures with Eric Carle (Grades 1-3)

From caterpillars and ladybugs to creativity, let's explore together! Step into a world bursting with color and wonder as we wiggle along with The Very Hungry Caterpillar, laugh with The Grouchy Ladybug, and meet more of Eric Carle's delightful friends. Each day brings playful crafts, bright colors, and hands-on fun to spark imaginations. Come join us as we giggle, create, and explore because every story is an adventure waiting for YOU!
July 13-16, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 2113

Burst of Bytes: A Scratch Coding Party (Grades 6-8)

Get ready to code, create, and have fun! In this exciting, hands on camp participants will dive into the world of coding using Scratch, a super cool drag and drop programming tool that makes learning to code both friendly and approachable. Throughout the week, students will tap into their imagination and creative strengths while practicing important skills such as logical reasoning, problem solving, sequencing, and digital design. Whether students are brand new to coding or already curious about how technology works, this camp offers a supportive space to explore and create. This is coding made easy, creative, and exciting the perfect camp for beginners and budding tech creators alike!
June 8-11, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1171

Buzz into Honeybee Camp (Grades 4-6)

Did you know honeybees and other pollinators help make one-third of the world's food? That's a lot of buzzing power! At Honeybee Camp, you'll dive into the amazing world of honeybees and discover how these tiny heroes play such a vital role in our lives. Campers will explore how a hive works, learn the jobs of the queen, workers, and drones, and discover how bees make honey and beeswax. Through hands-on activities, games, experiments, and crafts, you'll see how pollination helps fruits, vegetables, and flowers grow. You'll also learn what beekeepers do and how people can help protect bees and other pollinators. Join us for a week of buzzing fun, hands-on activities, and cool discoveries about the bees that keep the world growing! Camp includes outdoor activities. Please dress appropriately and you may apply bug spray and or sunscreen before coming to camp. LLCC does not provide sunscreen or bug spray.
June 8-11, 2026, Kreher Agriculture Center Room K1122
June 15-18, 2026, LLCC-Litchfield Room L103

CPR

Certification is through the American Heart Association and covers adult, child and infant CPR in addition to AED usage and choking care for all ages. No first aid or other health care treatment is addressed within the course. CPR classes are taught by LLCC Emergency Medical Services program staff.
Monday, March 2, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Thursday, March 26, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, May 4, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Thursday, May 21, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Camp Green Thumb (Grades 6-8)

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and become a true gardener! Plant seeds, nurture sprouts, and watch your garden come to life! At Camp Green Thumb, you'll learn the basics of planting seeds, caring for sprouts, and creating a thriving garden. Explore the science behind healthy soil, discover how plants grow, and meet the pollinators that make it all possible. Plus, unleash your creativity with nature-inspired art projects using materials from the garden. It's hands-on, messy, and full of outdoor fun so dress for dirt and adventure!
June 15-18, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1150

Canva Creative Camp (Grades 6-8)

Get ready to bring your ideas to life in our Canva Creative Camp! Canva is one of the easiest and most creative design tools out there, and in this camp, you'll get to explore everything it can do. You'll try out fun features like video editing, using templates, adding cool graphics, sounds, and animations, and learning how to design all kinds of eye catching projects. Throughout the camp, you'll discover how to make awesome media for school assignments, clubs, hobbies, and even big events. Want to create a flyer for a school activity? A presentation that actually looks good? A short video or social media graphic? You'll learn how to do it all and make it look amazing. Join us and see just how creative you can be with Canva!
June 15-18, 2026, Menard Hall Room 1173
June 22-25, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1136

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!
June 15-18, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2229
July 13-16, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1136

Color Quest Workshop: Playing in Paint (Grades 4-6)

Decode moods, master movement, and paint with purpose in this joyful, paint splattered adventure, creativity and fun flow side by side. Young artists explore how colors, shapes, and movement can express feelings, ideas, and stories. After chatting about how different colors make us feel, students dive into creating their own expressive artwork using bold strokes, gentle swirls, or anything their imagination dreams up. Whether their piece tells a story or simply captures the moment, the focus is on freedom, exploration, and the pure delight of playing with paint.
June 8-11, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2205

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.
July 6-9, 2026, LLCC-Litchfield Room L103

Comic Crafters (Grades 6-8)

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.
June 8-11, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2229
July 6-9, 2026, LLCC-Litchfield Room L103

Communication Without Boundaries: American Sign Language Level 1 (Grades 1-3)

Get ready for a hands-on adventure in American Sign Language (ASL)! Campers will dive into exciting games and activities while learning basic signs and phrases. From signing songs to telling stories with your hands, every moment is full of fun and creativity. Build new skills, make new friends, and discover a whole new way to communicate!
June 15-18, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1116
June 22-25, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Communication Without Boundaries: American Sign Language Level 1 (Grades 4-6)

Get ready for a hands-on adventure in American Sign Language (ASL)! Campers will dive into exciting games and activities while learning basic signs and phrases. From signing songs to telling stories with your hands, every moment is full of fun and creativity. Build new skills, make new friends, and discover a whole new way to communicate!
June 15-18, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1116
June 22-25, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Communication Without Boundaries: American Sign Language Level 2 (Grades 1-3)

Expand your ASL Connections: Your Hands Have Something to Say! Want to expand upon your skills in a fun and useful way! Join us to further explore American Sign Language (ASL) in a way that feels fresh and interactive. You'll pick up everyday signs and phrases, learn how to sign along with your favorite songs, and even create stories using ASL. Plus, it's a great way to connect with friends and meet new people because communication isn't just about words, it's about connection. Participation in previous sign language learning environments is strongly recommended before enrolling in this camp.
July 6-9, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1116
July 13-16, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1169

Communication Without Boundaries: American Sign Language Level 2 (Grades 4-6)

Expand your ASL Connections: Your Hands Have Something to Say! Want to expand upon your skills in a fun and useful way! Join us to further explore American Sign Language (ASL) in a way that feels fresh and interactive. You'll pick up everyday signs and phrases, learn how to sign along with your favorite songs, and even create stories using ASL. Plus, it's a great way to connect with friends and meet new people because communication isn't just about words, it's about connection. Participation in previous sign language learning environments is strongly recommended before enrolling in this camp.
July 6-9, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1116
July 13-16, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1169

Cosmic Camp (Grades 6-8)

Ready for an out-of-this-world adventure? Blast off on a journey through the solar system as you uncover the mysteries of planets, constellations, and the moon's changing phases. Create stellar crafts, whip up galactic goodies, and explore the wonders of the universe like a true space explorer!
July 6-9, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2209

Creative Builders Camp (Grades 4-6)

Hammer, paint, and let your imagination shine! Unleash your creativity in this hands-on DIY camp! Campers will dive into small building projects, including assembling their very own birdhouse. Along the way, they'll learn the basics of art and design through daily sketching and creative activities. Once the building is complete, campers will explore their artistic side with painting projects starting with the birdhouse they built! This camp is perfect for makers and artists who love to imagine, design, and create.
June 8-11, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 0011

Creative Spotlight: Kids Theater Class (Grades 6-8)

Creative Spotlight is a hands-on theater class designed to spark creativity and self expression. Kids will learn basic acting skills, improvisation, theater games, script work, and storytelling in a supportive environment. Each day includes exercises that help build social and emotional skills. Creating stronger communication and public speaking abilities. And all while having a blast!
June 22-25, 2026, LLCC-Litchfield Room A100

Curious Kids Culture Quest (Grades 1-3)

Students will twirl, whirl, and wander across the world as they unlock the magic of many cultures. Each day becomes a new "once upon a time," filled with enchanting stories, joyful music, imaginative art making, and tiny taste tests of global recipes. Along their travels, kids will peek into faraway places, discover how people celebrate and create, and collect little treasures of knowledge from every stop. This playful adventure nurtures curiosity, creativity, and a warmhearted appreciation for the wonderfully diverse world we all share.
July 6-9, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Digging Into the Past: Archaeology for Kids (Grades 4-6)

Step into the shoes of a real archaeologist and uncover the mysteries of the past! This interactive course introduces kids to the exciting world of archaeology through hands-on activities, creative projects, and fun discoveries. Students will learn how archaeologists study ancient civilizations, use special tools, and piece together clues from artifacts to tell the stories of people who lived long ago.
June 15-18, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2209

Dungeon and Dragons Adventure Camp (Grades 6-8)

Get ready to forge your legend? Step into the world's most popular tabletop roleplaying game Dungeons & Dragons! Team up with fellow adventurers, explore mysterious realms, and conquer challenges that will test your courage and creativity. No experience? No problem! All materials are provided, and you'll start with a pre-generated hero ready for action. All you need is your imagination and a thirst for adventure.Are you ready to roll the dice and rule the realm?
June 22-25, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1102
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1102
July 13-16, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1102

Element Expedition (Grades 6-8)

Get ready for a chemistry adventure! Watch colors swirl with capillary action, make things fizz with cool chemical reactions, and even do yummy edible experiments! Play with acids and bases, grow your own sparkly salt crystals, and see what floats or sinks as you test density and buoyancy. It's hands-on, it's exciting, and it's all about the amazing world of elements. Come explore the fun side of science!
June 22-25, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2209

Engineering Adventure Lab (Grades 4-6)

Get ready to build, test, and wow your friends in this action packed engineering adventure! In this camp, students will become real life builders as they design and create their own bridges and towers using everyday materials like cardboard, popsicle sticks, paper, and wood. You'll try out cool design ideas, learn the secrets behind super strong structures, and put your creations to the ultimate test adding weights to see whose bridge survives the challenge! If you love creating things, solving puzzles, or just enjoy a good challenge, this camp is for you. Come join the fun and level up your engineering skills one awesome build at a time!
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1150

Fancy & Dapper Extravaganza (Grades 1-3)

Ooh la la, get ready to shine! Fancy & Dapper Camp is the ultimate destination for young ladies and gentlemen who love style, creativity, and fun. We'll dive into fabulous Fancy Nancy stories and other delightful tales, dance like stars, craft sparkly and snazzy creations, and celebrate everything fancy AND dapper. Whether you're rocking a tiara or sporting a bow tie, this camp is all about imagination, flair, and feeling fabulous!
June 15-18, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

From Page to Stage: Theatre & Storytelling Camp (Grades 1-3)

Unleash your inner performer! In this 4-day, high-energy camp, students will explore the fundamentals of theatre and storytelling in a fun, collaborative setting. Campers will learn to use their body and voice to create memorable characters, master the art of improvisation for quick thinking, and understand the basic elements that bring a narrative to life. This camp is all about creativity, imagination, confidence, and how great stories are made.
July 6-9, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2250

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!
July 6-9, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2250

Galettes for Dinner

Rustic, elegant and endlessly versatile, galettes make the perfect centerpiece for a cozy dinner. Learn how to craft flaky pastry from scratch and fill it with seasonal ingredients, from savory vegetables and cheeses to hearty meats. Enjoy your creations alongside a perfectly paired glass of wine. Must be 21 to register.
Friday, May 1, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1121

Garden Explorers (Grades 1-3)

Get ready to dig in and grow something amazing! Join us for Garden Explorers, where campers will roll up their sleeves and discover the magic of gardening. From planting vibrant flowers, tasty veggies, and fragrant herbs to creating their very own mini garden plots, this camp is packed with hands-on fun! Kids will craft colorful garden decorations and personalized pots, then watch their hard work bloom as they explore the fascinating journey from seed to sprout. Dress for mess because we'll be getting down and dirty in the garden!
June 8-11, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1150

Garden Innovators (Grades 4-6)

Join the team that makes gardens bloom! Get ready to dig in and have fun! Garden Innovators is an exciting camp where kids explore the magic of nature and learn how to grow their very own garden. Campers will plant seeds, care for plants, and discover cool bugs and tiny creatures that help gardens grow. We'll test the soil, make awesome garden art, and spend time outdoors learning and playing. It's science, creativity, and adventure all rolled into one! Come join us and watch your garden (and your skills) bloom!
June 15-18, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1150

Gear Up! Transportation Exploration Camp (Grades 7-10)

This camp is an interactive, hands-on learning experience designed for those who are curious about how vehicles move people and goods by land. This immersive camp introduces students to high-demand transportation careers while building foundational technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and career awareness. Throughout the camp, students rotate through four exciting transportation pathways: Automotive Technology, Diesel Technologies, and Truck Driver and Training. Each pathway is led by experienced instructors and industry partners who emphasize safety, teamwork, and real-world applications.
June 15-18, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1179

Get Your Glam On: Cosmetology Camp (Grades 6-8)

Step into the exciting world of beauty and style! This hands-on camp is packed with fun and creativity. Learn trendy hair techniques like braiding, curling, flat ironing, and blow drying. Show off your personality with colorful manicures, pedicures, and nail art designs. Plus, discover makeup tips, lash extensions, and simple skin care secrets to keep you glowing every day. The ultimate highlight? A fabulous field trip for a day of pampering ! Relax, refresh, and enjoy soothing treatments while getting a behind-the-scenes look at professional beauty care.
July 6-9, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Girls in Construction (Grades 7-10)

Discover the world of construction with Girls in Construction, a hands-on camp offered in partnership with O'Shea Builders. Designed for girls curious about careers in the skilled trades, this experience allows participants to explore building techniques, project management, and job site operations through interactive activities and field trips to working construction sites. Campers will work alongside female industry professionals from O'Shea Builders and LLCC instructors, learning firsthand what it takes to succeed in construction careers. All tools and required safety equipment are provided. Thanks to O'Shea Builders and an LLCC grant, this camp is offered at a discounted rate of $25.
June 8-11, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 0011

Illinois Symphony Youth Orchestra Camp (Grades 2-5)

The Illinois Symphony Youth Orchestra introduces you to different string instruments including violin, viola, cello, and bass. Take the opportunity to begin learning to play violin with a skilled instructor! Hear and handle different string instruments throughout the week, learn about various music concepts such as rhythm through fun activities, and meet professional musicians! Instruments will be provided, and no previous experience with music or playing an instrument is required.
June 15-18, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2250
June 15-18, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2250

Inside Out Adventures (Grades 1-3)

Inside Out Adventures is a fun camp just for you! You'll explore your feelings, thoughts, and what makes you you through stories, games, art, writing, and role playing activities. You'll practice sharing ideas, asking questions, and listening to others in a safe and friendly space. Along the way, you'll build confidence, learn how to express yourself, and discover new ways to connect with friends all while having fun and being yourself!
June 22-25, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1103

Inside Out Explorers (Grades 4-6)

Inside Out Explorers is an exciting camp for students who want to learn more about themselves in fun and creative ways! You'll explore your feelings and thoughts through stories, games, art projects, writing, and role playing activities. In a friendly and supportive group, you'll practice sharing ideas, asking questions, and listening to others. Along the way, you'll build confidence, learn positive ways to express yourself, and discover how your thoughts and feelings help make you the unique person you are. Get ready to understand yourself, one adventure at a time!
June 22-25, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1103

Junior Investors (Grades 6-8)

Start preparing for an investing journey today! Junior Investors introduces young learners to the fundamentals of the stock market, combining essential concepts with practical tools to build confidence and informed decision-making. Students will learn to interpret patterns, identify opportunities, and explore key tools like candlestick charts. They'll observe real-time market activity and apply their knowledge in a dynamic setting. They'll discover how to identify strong stocks, evaluate potential earners, and track performance over time. Through hands-on simulations with virtual money, participants will practice trading strategies, track performance, and strengthen critical thinking skills. This interactive program equips future investors with the knowledge to understand the market, trade smart, and have fun while learning!
June 15-18, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1169

Jurassic Park Play (Grades 1-3)

Where curiosity roars to life! Young dino explorers jump into a playful prehistoric world filled with hands on fun. Campers dig for fossils, build simple dinosaur habitats, and pretend to be paleontologists discovering new creatures. They make colorful dino crafts, learn cool facts about different dinosaurs, and move their bodies through lively dino themed games. With teamwork, creativity, and plenty of imagination, students explore science and the prehistoric world in a safe, exciting environment that keeps curiosity roaring.
June 15-18, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Legends and Layers (Grades 6-8)

Step into the shoes of an explorer and uncover the secrets of ancient civilizations! Archaeologists embark on an adventure through time, learning the art of excavation, decoding ancient scripts and piecing together the mysteries of lost worlds. With trowels in hand and curiosity as your guide, you'll journey through history in a way that's interactive, engaging, and full of adventure. Who knows what treasures the past may reveal?
June 8-11, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2209

Little Scientists at Work: Exploring the Magic of STEM (Grades 1-3)

Big discoveries, bold experiments, and bright young minds taking center stage! At Science Superstars Academy, every child becomes the headliner of their own scientific adventure. Campers dive into hands on experiments, fizzy chemical reactions, icy melt offs, colorful walking water trails, and splashy sink or float challenges, each one designed to spark curiosity and ignite wonder. As they predict, test, observe, and share their discoveries, young scientists build confidence, critical thinking skills, and a sense of "I can figure this out!" energy. With creativity, inquiry, and imagination lighting up the room, every day feels like stepping into the spotlight of a science show where they are the stars.
July 6-9, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Magical Yoga Adventures (Grades 1-3)

Stretch, Sparkle, and Discover Your Inner Magic! Guess what? At this camp, yoga isn't just yoga, it's MAGIC! Every day, we'll hop on our "magic carpet" yoga mats and go on adventures full of fun poses, silly games, and secret breathing spells that make us feel calm and strong. We'll learn how to focus like wizards, relax like fairies, and shine like superheroes! There will be rainbows, sparkles, and lots of laughs as we explore magical moves together. By the end, you'll feel like you have superpowers because being calm and confident is the best magic of all! Don't forget your yoga mat, it's your ticket to the magical world!
June 22-25, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Magician's Experience (Grades 6-8)

Ready to wow your family and friends? Step into the spotlight and become a magician! In this hands-on camp, a professional magician will reveal the secrets behind amazing illusions. You'll master tricks with cards, coins, rope, sponge balls, cups and balls-and even create your own magic props! Plus, learn mind-reading techniques and sleight-of-hand moves that will make you look like a pro. All supplies and a magic book included, just bring your curiosity and get ready for a truly magical experience! Your Journey to Becoming a Magician Starts Here!
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Magician's Workshop (Grades 4-6)

Join the Magic Adventure in this Magician's Workshop! Step into a world of wonder and become a magician for the week! In this thrilling class, taught by a professional magician, you'll unlock secret tricks used by real magicians. Learn amazing illusions with cards, money, rope, and even mind-reading! Plus, you'll craft your own magic props to take home and use in your very own magic show. Get ready to amaze your friends and family because the magic starts with YOU!
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Mini Engineers: The Magical Building Adventure (Grades 1-3)

Welcome to a world where building isn't just fun it's magical! In this camp, Mini Engineers will step into an enchanted land where ordinary materials turn into extraordinary creations. With cardboard, popsicle sticks, paper, and wood as your "magic tools," you'll design and build bridges and towers that seem to come to life right in your hands. If you love creating, imagining, solving puzzles, or making your ideas come alive, this camp is perfect for you. Join us for a magical week of building, exploring, laughing, and discovering just how powerful your imagination can be. Come build the magic-one wonder-filled creation at a time!
July 13-16, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1136

Mini Engineers: The Magical Building Adventure(Grades 1-3)

Welcome to a world where building isn't just fun, it's magical! In this camp, Mini Engineers will step into an enchanted land where ordinary materials turn into extraordinary creations. With cardboard, popsicle sticks, paper, and wood as your "magic tools," you'll design and build bridges and towers that seem to come to life right in your hands. If you love creating, imagining, solving puzzles, or making your ideas come alive, this camp is perfect for you. Join us for a magical week of building, exploring, laughing, and discovering just how powerful your imagination can be. Come build the magic one wonder filled creation at a time!
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1150

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.
June 22-25, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1136
July 13-16, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2205

Paper Stories: A Matisse Adventure (Grades 1-3)

Cutting colored paper into fun shapes and a little bit of history turns every pupil's collage into a masterpiece! Inspired by the works of Henri Matise, you'll be able to make your own unique collages using a variety of papers, textured scissors, and hole punches that are then all glued together on one big sheet of paper to tell a story of your own. You can add finishing touches with markers to make it feel more your own and go home feeling like the accomplished artist you are.
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Pappardelle Pasta Workshop

Join the chef of Pasta Al Dente by Keila to explore the art of fresh pappardelle pasta. Learn to roll, cut, and cook silky ribbons of pasta while discovering tips for achieving authentic Italian flavor at home.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1107

Picture Perfecting (Grades 6-8)

There's an art to snapping the perfect picture to captivate your audience, just as there is immense skill in knowing how to edit each photo to enhance its narrative beyond what the camera can see. In this class, you'll explore photography from both sides. By learning lighting and dynamic compositions for your subject matter to editing on Photoshop and other software to make your images really pop! Let this class open the lens to how you view the world and enrich your interests in the camera. Students are encouraged to bring their own camera from home. LLCC has a limited number of basic point and click camera equipment for use during the course if a student does not have access to their own.
June 15-18, 2026, Menard Hall Room 1173

Ponds, Pollinators, and Prairies (Grades 6-8)

Dive into Nature! Join us for an exciting outdoor adventure where students explore the unique learning environments on LLCC's campus, including the West Lake Nature Grove, vibrant campus prairies, and scenic Lake Macoupin. Campers will discover the fascinating world of pollinators, prairie plants, and aquatic life. Through hands-on activities, they'll investigate water quality, identify macroinvertebrates, and learn how these ecosystems work together to support life. Perfect for curious minds who love science and the outdoors!
June 22-25, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2303

Rainforest Biome Investigators (Grades 4-6)

Students will dive into the world's rainforests to investigate what makes these ecosystems so unique and important. They'll examine rainforest weather and climate, map where rainforests are found around the globe and explore the layers and landforms that shape these environments. Through engaging stories, vivid visuals, and hands-on activities, students will study the plants, animals, and people who live in rainforests and discover the clever ways they adapt to their surroundings. This program builds curiosity, strengthens environmental awareness, and inspires appreciation for the incredible diversity of life found in these vibrant ecosystems.
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2210

Rainforest Explorers (Grades 1-3)

Rainforest Explorers is an interactive learning experience where students discover the wonders of the rainforest. Students will learn about rainforest weather and climate, explore the unique terrain, and identify where rainforests are located on Earth. Through stories, visuals, and hands-on activities, they will learn about the plants, animals, and people who live in the rainforest and how they adapt to their environment. This program encourages curiosity, environmental awareness, and an appreciation for the diversity of life in one of the world's most important ecosystems.
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2210

Robotics Quest (Grades 6-8)

Dive into the dynamic world of STEAM with hands-on, collaborative learning using LEGO® Education SPIKE? Prime sets! This camp empowers students to develop essential 21st-century skills including critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving while exploring the engineering design process. Through engaging, student-centered activities, participants will learn to code, build, test, and refine their creations. Projects include designing balloon-powered LEGO cars, constructing advanced robotic vehicles with motors and sensors, and navigating obstacle courses. This immersive experience fosters teamwork, innovation, and a passion for technology and engineering.
July 13-16, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1171

Roots of Calm and Strength: Martial Arts (Grades 1-3)

Get ready to kick, stretch, and explore your inner strength! In this fun and active camp, young campers learn beginner martial arts skills while discovering how to stay calm, focused, and confident.Through exciting activities, kid friendly drills, and simple mindfulness moments, campers practice balance, teamwork, and respect. With encouraging instructors and a positive atmosphere, every child gets the chance to build strength, try new moves, and cheer on their friends. It's the perfect place to grow braver, kinder, and stronger inside and out!
June 8-11, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

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 Connections Camp: Physics, Biology & Beyond (Grades 6-8)

Ready to discover how everything in the world is connected? At Science Connections Camp, you'll explore the amazing links between physics, biology, and physical science through hands-on experiments and interactive activities. Exploring real-world applications of science in everyday life, you'll uncover how different branches of science work together to explain the world around us. Science isn't just one subject it's a big adventure! Join us for a week of discovery, innovation, and excitement as we connect the dots across the sciences.
June 8-11, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2209

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

Seuss-tastic Learning Lab (Grades 1-3)

Where stories, science/math, and silliness come to life! Students will dive into a fun-filled Dr. Seuss adventure, exploring literacy, art, STEM, and movement through hands-on activities. They will practice rhyming with games inspired by Fox in Socks and Hop on Pop, create an ABC class book, and go on word hunts around the classroom. Through crafts like Cat in the Hat hats, Truffula Trees, and Lorax handprints, students will unleash their creativity while connecting to favorite stories. Math, science, and sensory experiences such as goldfish graphing, green eggs fizz experiments, and bubble wrap hopping make learning interactive, playful, and memorable.
June 8-11, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Shape Explorers (Grades 1-3)

In a "Shape Explorers" class, students in first through third grade embark on a hands-on journey to identify, classify, and create with 2D and 3D geometric figures. The curriculum uses interactive adventures like scavenger hunts, "feely bag" guessing games, and movement-based activities to help children recognize shapes in the real world. Students develop a deep understanding of geometric attributes such as sides, vertices, and faces while using STEM-based tools like marshmallows and toothpicks to build complex 3D structures. By the end of the course, young explorers move beyond basic naming to compare shared properties and understand how simple shapes combine to form their everyday surroundings.
July 6-9, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1136

Sketch Lab: Introduction to Drawing (Grades 6-8)

Drawing is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to express ideas, stories, and feelings. In this class, young artists explore techniques that help them stretch their skills, experiment with new approaches, and discover what makes their artistic voice unique. Through guided activities and imaginative prompts, students learn how drawing and illustration can shape the way we observe the world, solve problems, and share who we are. By the end, they'll walk away with stronger skills, fresh confidence, and a deeper appreciation for how creativity can brighten every part of life.
July 13-16, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2205

Sports Mania (Grades 1-3)

Students dive into a high energy exploration of sports from around the world in this hands on, movement packed program. They'll discover a wide variety of sports from team favorites to unique individual events while learning the stories, traditions, and spirit behind the Olympic Games. Through interactive challenges and skill building activities, students practice how to play different sports as they strengthen teamwork, coordination, and sportsmanship. Along the way, they'll meet inspiring athletes from history and today, uncover the dedication behind their achievements, and see how perseverance and fair play lead to success both on and off the field.
July 13-16, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2214

Stages Through the Ages: A Theatre History & Performance Camp (Grades 4-6)

Where history takes center stage! Pack your bags, it's time to travel through time! In this exciting four-day camp, young performers will journey from the massive arenas of Ancient Greece to the bustling lights of today's stages. Each day is a new adventure filled with fun acting games, creative costumes, and hands-on challenges that let campers become stars from every era. Get ready to explore, perform, and bring history to life in the most theatrical way possible!
July 13-16, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2250

Stories and STEAM (Grades 1-3)

Get ready for a week where imagination meets innovation! Each day, campers will dive into delightful children's picture books that spark curiosity and connect directly to STEAM themes. After our daily read aloud, the story comes to life through hands on activities and creative projects inspired by Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. From building and experimenting to crafting and problem solving, campers will explore, create, and discover in a fun, supportive environment. If you love reading, making things, asking questions, and trying out new ideas, this is the perfect camp for you!
July 13-16, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 2115

Story Magic Makers Club (Grades 1-3)

Get ready to turn tiny tales into colorful magic as you step into a world where stories leap off the page and land right in your hands. Each session begins with a magical picture book adventure, then young makers transform the tale into colorful, hands on art. From painted dragons to glittery forests, students explore imagination, early literacy, and creative expression in a warm, welcoming space where every idea can shine. No art experience needed just curious minds and ready to create hearts.
June 8-11, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Story Magic in Panels: A Graphic Novel Camp with New Kid (Grades 4-6)

Get ready to read, think, and create! In this fun and creative class, students will explore the graphic novel New Kid by Jerry Craft and discover how pictures and words work together to tell a powerful story. Together, we'll look closely at how graphic novels use layout, dialogue, images, and scene changes to bring characters and settings to life. Students will learn how these elements help explain the problem, solution, and theme of a story all while enjoying engaging discussions and shared reading each day. After exploring how authors and illustrators craft graphic novels, students will become creators themselves! Throughout the week, they'll plan and create their own original graphic story, either by hand or using digital tools. Whether they love drawing, writing, or both, everyone will have a chance to shine. This camp is perfect for students who love stories, art, and expressing themselves in creative new ways!
July 13-16, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2229

The Action Zone (Grades 4-6)

"Action Zone" is a course that teaches statistics through physical activities such as free throws and long jumps. Students collect data from these activities to learn concepts like mean, median, mode, range, and probability. The lessons guide students in analyzing their performance data to understand statistical principles and even write a "Scouting Report" on their skills.
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1136

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

Theatre Through Time: A History and Performance Camp (Grades 1-3)

This dynamic four-day camp introduces young actors to the incredible history of performance, from the massive arenas of Ancient Greece to the bustling stages of modern-day theatre! Students will go beyond simple facts to explore the unique techniques, costumes, and creative challenges of different eras.
July 13-16, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2250

Video Production Lab (Grades 6-8)

Young filmmakers step behind the camera to discover how great stories come to life on screen. Campers explore the full creative process from brainstorming ideas and writing scripts to shooting scenes with intention and style. Along the way, they learn how to operate cameras manually, frame cinematic shots, and make choices that elevate mood, meaning, and visual impact. Through hands on practice, teamwork, and plenty of experimentation, students build confidence as storytellers and creators. By the end of camp, they'll have original video projects that showcase their imagination and growing production skills.
June 15-18, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2226

Water Wonders and LIfe Beneath the Surface (Grades 1-3)

Students will explore the amazing world of water and the creatures that live in oceans, rivers, lakes, and ponds. They will engage in hands-on experiments like sink or float, water mixing, and ice melting, while learning about different water habitats. Through art, movement, and habitat-building activities, students will discover how water animals live, move, and grow. These interactive experiences encourage curiosity, creativity, and an appreciation for life in and around water. It's bound to be a hands-on adventure in every drop!
June 15-18, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Watt's Up Electricians? (Grades 7-10)

Learn the fundamentals of electrical wiring through engaging instruction and hands-on lab experiences. Participants will practice wiring a light switch to a light, installing electrical receptacles, and building a custom lamp using a repurposed bottle to take home. This interactive program introduces basic electrical concepts while shining a light on potential career pathways in the electrical field. All tools and required safety equipment are provided.
June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 2101

Young Tech Detectives: Inside the Computer (Grades 4-6)

In this fast-paced, hands-on summer camp, young tech enthusiasts will dive into real computer hardware by safely disassembling used desktops and laptops (with guided supervision and proper tools) to explore key components like the motherboard, processor, RAM, storage drives, graphics cards, and cooling systems. Participants will learn how each part functions, how they connect and communicate to power modern computing, and gain practical insights into building and troubleshooting technology. This is perfect for a short, engaging session that builds STEM skills and demystifies the devices we use every day. It's an empowering, eye-opening experience that turns curious kids into confident hardware explorers.
June 22-25, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 2101

Young Tech Detectives: Inside the Computer (Grades 6-8)

Budding tech investigators jump into the world of computer hardware as they take apart real desktops and laptops safely, carefully, and with expert guidance. Students examine essential components such as the motherboard, CPU, RAM, storage devices, graphics cards, and cooling systems, uncovering how each piece works and how they all communicate to make modern computers run. Through hands-on exploration, problem solving challenges, and clear explanations, participants gain practical insight into building, identifying, and troubleshooting hardware. This fast paced, engaging session is ideal for sparking curiosity, strengthening STEM skills, and helping students understand the technology they use every day. By the end, young detectives walk away empowered, confident, and excited to keep exploring the inner workings of tech.
June 22-25, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 2101

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!
July 6-9, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Zero Proof: Craft Mocktails & Charcuterie

Learn how to mix refreshing, complex mocktails using fresh ingredients, herbs, and house-made syrups, then build a stunning charcuterie board that pairs perfectly with your drinks. It's a fun, flavorful night out that proves zero proof can still be full of flavor. Must be 21 to register.
Friday, April 10, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1107