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Code Breakers (age 8-14) YUTH 091.51, CRN 16707

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: 8-11 and 11-14. *Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.
Python Programmers (age 8-14) YUTH 100.51, CRN 16708

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 friendswith fun content you create from start to finish! Returning students can create more advancedprojects that build on previous years. Ages: 8-11 and 11-14. *Compatible with MAC, Windows, and Chrome OS.
Bake with Me (age 11-14) YUTH 107.51, CRN 26032

In this one week program, you will Learn the essential ingredients and methods needed to get the most out of your baking. Students will learn the art of creating tasty baked goods, pastries, and confections, from traditional bread baking to beautiful showpieces.
Cooking with Chef Dino (age 9-12) YUTH 041.51, CRN 26030

Does your child love to cook or watch the Food Network? Students will build knowledge, skills and confidence as they have fun learning how to prepare dishes from around the globe, classic cooking techniques, kitchen etiquette, service and proper table manners, as well as safety and nutrition.
Into the Wild! Wilderness Survival (ages 8-11) YUTH 043.51, CRN 26029

Explore fields, forests and wildlife habitats while learning basic survival skills. We’ll learn what to pack and how to track, read a compass, build a shelter and fire, and much more. Through the use of games, team challenges and activities, we’ll learn about the environment, our eco-system and the incredible, yet unforgiving world of nature. Program will take place outdoors at the HCC main campus. Veteran Connecticut environmental educator Linda Knorr has taught ecology, environmental science and wilderness survival for grades 1-12.
Youth Baseball Clinic (ages 8-17) YUTH 007.51, CRN 26042

This fun-filled, challenging program emphasizes fundamental skills and basketball knowledge while building self-confidence and developing every player’s ability to play more competitively. Instructor Ryan Magni.
Youth Basketball Clinic (ages 8-17) YUTH 009.51, CRN 26039

This fun-filled, challenging program emphasizes fundamental skills and basketball knowledge while building self confidence and developing every player's ability to be more competitive. Clinic director Chris Montemayor has more than 26 years of college and semi-pro coaching experience.
Code Breakers In Person (ages 11-14) YUTH 091.51, CRN 25681

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.