Acting Workshop Grades 8 – 12 runs from 9AM – 12PM

This class explores many aspects of acting, including: ensemble-building theater games, improvisation, scene study, character development, audition techniques, monologue study, set design and costume design. Students should be prepared to actively participate. The week ends with a live, short production — students will showcase their new skills!

After Care runs from 4PM – 5:30PM

At the end of your child’s daily program, your child may remain on the BCC campus to participate in supervised activities until 5:30 p.m. Your child may enroll in any or all of the weeks during which your child is attending a program. Participants are not permitted to stay on campus following the end of their regularly scheduled day without authorized supervision. A LATE FEE of $50/hour will be charged if the child is not picked up by 5:30 pm.

Artisan Bread Making runs from 1PM – 4PM

Grades 5 – 8 runs in Week 2 and Grades 3 – 5 runs in Week 5

Summer Chefs will learn the art of making various types of breads in this culinary workshop.  Experience the art and science behind combining specific recipe ingredients to make delicious bread from scratch! Students will apply math and engineering, as they mix and measure & assemble and create their breads. Kitchen health and safety practices will be introduced during the first class, and practiced throughout.   

Arts, Crafts and 3D Design Grades 2 – 6 runs from 1PM – 4PM

Have fun making and creating as we explore a wide variety of arts and craft projects that will bring out the artist in you and put the “A” for Art in our STEAM camps! Projects include sand art, friendship bracelets, painting, making a rain stick, 3D pens, CD spinners, mosaic Sun crafts, and even an introduction to CAD drawing and 3-D printing on our Makerbot 3D printer. Most projects can be taken home!

Before Care runs from 7:30AM – 9AM

BCC’s staff ensures your child’s prompt check-in at their regularly scheduled programs. Your child may enroll in any or all of the weeks during which your child is attending a program.

Book Club: Long Live the Pumpkin Queen Grades 8 – 12 runs from 1PM – 4PM

Have you ever wondered what happened after The Nightmare Before Christmas film? We will read, discuss, and create projects with the new fantasy horror fiction novel, Long Live the Pumpkin Queen written by Shea Ernshaw.  We will explore how Jack and Sally are truly meant to be, or are they? Can Sally discover what it means to be true to herself and save the town she's learned to call home, or will her future turn into her worst nightmare? A copy of the book would be beneficial but, if you do not have the book, a digital copy will be projected for the class.

Ceramics Grades 2 – 5 runs from 9AM to 4PM

A week of an exploratory class designed to introduce students to basic hand building techniques in ceramics using (self-drying) clay. Students will focus on creativity and self-expression and recognize and use the art element (form). They will build pinch pots, coil designs and slab forms.

Farm to Table Grades 1 – 5 runs from 1PM – 4PM

In this delicious class students will learn about a different herb of the day then prepare something yummy using that ingredient. Some of our favorites are learning about basil then making pesto or fresh dill and jar our own pickles or scallions with amazing dips, at the end of each class students will plant the herb we learned about and by the end of the program they will have started their own garden! Peanut & Tree Nut Free.

Fiesta Fun Grades 1 – 5 runs from 9AM – 12PM

Come join us in a week trip to México! You will learn fun facts about this Spanish speaking country, its culture, geography and cuisine. Learn about the materials needed to make a piñata, the step-by-step process and get hands on experience by making your own! During class, we will also make yummy dishes including tacos, wraps, and simple tasty desserts. On Friday, we will end our journey with a Fun Fiesta! Please note some recipes might require using products processed in a facility that handles nuts.

I ❤️ Writing

Grades 3 – 5 runs from 9AM – 12PM in Week 1 and Grades 6 – 8 runs from 9AM – 12PM in Week 2

Make your love of writing come to life by revealing the writer within you! Learn a combination of skills that will assist you in finding your voice in your own writing. Learn the building blocks of great writing, good word choice, key techniques and terms including the four types of genres: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama. Practice using imagery, point of view, mood, metaphors, and many more literary terms. Topics are developed according to students' interests.

iPhone Photography Grades 6 – 8 runs:

Week 2 from 9AM – 12PM and Week 5 from 1PM – 4PM

Learn the fundamentals for making better digital images, including the basics of composition and personal expression using creative settings with the phone apps and more. Learn to make good photographs with all the extra functions that these cameras can do, such as seeing the subject, framing the shot, portrait photography, stopping motion or blurring action using apertures and shutter speeds. The class will use the campus and fellow students to capture imagery and subjects. An iPhone camera is required for this class.

iPhone Photography Grades 9 – 12 runs:

Week 2 from 1PM – 4PM and Week 5 from 9AM – 12PM

Learn the fundamentals for making better digital images, including the basics of composition and personal expression using creative settings with the phone apps and more. Learn to make good photographs with all the extra functions that these smart cameras can do, such as seeing the subject, framing the shot, portrait photography, stopping motion or blurring action using apertures and shutter speeds. The class will use the campus and fellow students to capture imagery and subjects.  An iPhone camera is required for this class.

Lego Building and Machines Grades 1 – 5 runs from 9AM – 12PM

LEGO enthusiasts, have fun building your favorite adventure from the many themes that Lego has to offer. We will offer projects from Lego Star Wars, City, Architecture, Friends, Creator, and many NEW themes. Projects will vary depending on availability from LEGO headquarters but will include age-appropriate new models. Campers will also build a wide assortment of LEGO Education technic machines and create their own projects that illustrate science concepts. Examples include cranes, remote controlled cars, a piano player, and many more. We will also have Lego Robotics.

Mock Trial Grades 6 – 8 runs from 9AM – 4PM in Week 2 and again in Week 6

Guilty or innocent? In this class, students will learn the elements of public speaking, principles of the court system, and how to debate the pro and con side of an issue. Students will serve as either a member of the prosecution, the defense, a witness, or a judge. At the end of the class a jury of your peers will deliberate and decide the fate of the accused. 

Python Programmers Grades 3 – 6 runs from 9AM – 12PM

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​.  

Python Programmers Grades 6 – 8 runs from 1PM – 4PM

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​.  

Simple Desserts Grades 5 – 8 runs from 9AM – 12PM

This course has been developed to provide youngsters a culinary experience with basic knowledge and the necessary skills to produce quality simple desserts. With guidance from a professional chef, students will be creating simple desserts such as a fruit tart, panna cotta with fresh berries, chocolate French pudding with almond biscotti, to name a few. 

Smash Brawler Grades 3 – 6 runs from 1PM – 4PM

If you love games like Super Smash Bros™, you will love this class! Using professional development software, customize your own 2D brawler game and configure your own characters. Learn how to balance multiplayer gameplay by modifying variables & editing scripts. Then challenge your classmates to compete on the platform level you designed. Smash Brawler games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

Smash Brawlers Grades 6 – 8 runs from 9AM – 12PM

If you love games like Super Smash Bros™, you will love this class! Using professional development software, customize your own 2D brawler game and configure your own characters. Learn how to balance multiplayer gameplay by modifying variables & editing scripts. Then challenge your classmates to compete on the platform level you designed. Smash Brawler games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

Spanish Dialogues and Interactions Grades 7 – 11 runs from 9AM – 4PM

Based on the highly awarded cultural film "Encanto", this class is designed to be challenging and stimulating, focusing on basic methods of conversing based on Hispanic custom.

Watercolors Grades 6 – 9 runs from 9AM – 4PM

This beginner watercolor class is a perfect way to explore and express your inner-artist. The beginning watercolor class will teach you a wide variety of techniques including brush usage, color mixing, color application, and how to find your unique painting style. We will complete mini projects such as landscape, ZenTangles and more. Come join us for a relaxing and fun way to learn watercolor!

Young Entrepreneurs Grades 6 – 9 runs from 9AM – 4PM

Learn how to research your business venture, create a business plan, design your product or service, market and sell your idea! You will learn various new computer skills as you embark on the journey of designing your own business!