ECC Kids’ College Offers Summertime Learning Opportunities

Children can stimulate their minds and satisfy their passion for art, entertainment, academic enrichment and nature at Elgin Community College Kids’ College. The program is held Mondays through Thursdays during the weeks of June 20 and 27, and July 11, 18 and 25 at the college, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin.

Kids’ College offers opportunities for children ages 6 to 16 to explore new activities and interests in a unique, noncompetitive and fun college learning environment. Children can participate in camps that help them brush up on academic and social skills; develop their cultural knowledge; and explore interests in writing, language, and the arts.

Some examples of Kids’ College camps include:

Lasers—Galaxies and Then Some

Children will learn about lasers and conduct experiments with a laser pointer, lenses, and mirrors. They also will create and take home a 30-times magnification plastic mini-microscope, kaleidoscope, spectroscope, periscope, and constellation watcher.

Space Science and Astronomy Camp

NASA Ambassador Michelle Szybowicz will share her excitement and knowledge about flight and outer space in this camp. Participants will learn what makes things fly by making kites, paper airplanes, and fizzy flyers, and building a Goddard foam rocket.

Kids' College Writing Academy

Aspiring writers will have the opportunity to work with published authors, poets, writers, and illustrators from all genres to learn invaluable tips about becoming better at their craft. Participants will gather ideas and broaden their awareness of different writing styles, and share their work with others.

Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture Workshop

Young Picassos can express their artistic abilities through various drawing and painting techniques. Participants will explore how the use of watercolor, acrylic, ink, pastel, and clay give dimension, texture, and vitality to their work. All sessions incorporate Scholastic Art Lesson Plans and are taught by published artists, and certified teachers.

Parents can enroll their children for morning and/or afternoon camps. Children enrolled in both camps must be registered and provide a sack lunch or money to purchase food for the supervised Lunch Bunch. Also, children should bring a snack and water or juice for breaks during the camps.

Most of the camps range from $139 to $239. Early registration is recommended as space is limited. Before- or after-camp child care is also available through the college’s Early Childhood Laboratory School for parents. Scholarships also are available to assist parents in making Kids’ College more affordable.

For more information, contact Joan Arnal at 847-214-7123 or Angela Lucca at 847-214-7645, or visit elgin.edu/kidscollege.

This press release is courtesy of Elgin Community College.