March 14, 2019- From crime scene investigation to jazz, this summer middle and high school students can participate in a wide variety of summer camps at Collin College. The following camps run from June-August and are located on the college’s Frisco, Plano and McKinney campuses. Visit http://www.collin.edu/community/summercamps.html for the most up-to-date listing.
Nurse Camp
Monday-Wednesday, June 3-5
McKinney Campus, 2200 W. University Drive
For students interested in getting an inside look at the nursing profession, Collin College is hosting a free Nurse Camp. Open to students between 8th-12th grades, participants will observe demonstrations and participate in simulations from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Space is limited. Applications and forms will be available April 15. Visit www.collin.edu/nursing or email crangel@collin.edu for more information.
Crime Scene Investigation Camp
Monday-Thursday, June 3-6; 1-4 p.m.
Frisco Campus, 9700 Wade Blvd., Founders Hall, room F231
Participants will learn crime scene processing techniques. Campers will participate in various exercises that apply forensic techniques to the identification, documentation, preservation and collection of various types of crime scene evidence to include: fingerprints, blood evidence, DNA, shoe and tire impressions, and search procedures. Mock crime scene activities and evidence are age appropriate and challenging. Campers entering grades 9-12 are eligible to attend. The cost is $100 per participant and includes snacks and a drink. Registration for the camp is open through May 24. Sign up at https://collincsicamp2019.eventbrite.com.Call Nancy Huff at 972.377.1501 or emailengtechevent@collin.edufor more information.
Cybersecurity Camp (Co-ed)
Wednesday-Friday, June 12-14; 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Frisco Campus Conference Center, 9700 Wade Boulevard, Frisco Campus Conference Center
Want to know how hackers break into computers? Like to play with computers and electronics? Students between grades 7-12 will learn how people hack into computers and how to protect computer systems. This camp is sponsored by the Engineering, Technology and Computer Sciences Department. Cost is $99 and includes lunch. Spots are limited, registration fills quickly, and early registration is recommended.
To register, visit https://collincybercamp2019.eventbrite.com.
Call Nancy Huff at 972.377.1501 or email engtechevent@collin.edufor more information.
Culinary Camp
Monday-Friday, June 24-28; 1-4 p.m.
Monday-Friday, July 15-19; 1-4 p.m.
Frisco Campus, The Institute of Hospitality and Culinary Education, 9700 Wade Boulevard
Calling all teenage foodies! In this hands-on class, students between grades 7-10 will learn various culinary techniques from a chef in a commercial kitchen. Cost is $149 and includes a hat, apron and food. Each student can invite two guests to a culinary event featuring delicious student creations. Early registration is recommended.
To register for the first session, visit https://collinculinarycampsession1.eventbrite.com.
To register for the second session, visit https://collinculinarycampsession2.eventbrite.com.
Call Nancy Huff at 972.377.1501 or email engtechevent@collin.edufor more information.
Pastry Camp
Monday-Friday, June 24-28; 1-4 p.m.
Monday-Friday, July 15-19; 1-4 p.m.
Frisco Campus, The Institute of Hospitality and Culinary Education, 9700 Wade Boulevard
Are you ready to learn how to make delectable desserts that will impress your friends and family? Students between grades 7-10 will learn techniques from a pastry chef in a commercial kitchen. Cost is $149 and includes a hat, apron and food. In this hands-on class students will learn various pastry and baking techniques. Each student can invite two guests to a tea featuring delicious treats created throughout the week. Spots are limited. Early registration is recommended.
To register for the first session, visit https://collinpastrycampsession1.eventbrite.com.
To register for the second session, visit https://collinpastrycampsession2.eventbrite.com.
Call Nancy Huff at 972.377.1501 or email engtechevent@collin.edufor more information.
SMASH Camp
Monday-Thursday, June 24-27, 9 a.m.- noon
Frisco Campus, 9700 Wade Boulevard, Founders Hall, room F231
Find out why learning science is fun. Calling all middle school students for an exciting four, half-day summer SMASH camp. Students can explore their potential in science/mathematics and learn about topics in biology, chemistry, physics, geology and math with fun, hands-on activities. This camp is designed with an interdisciplinary approach to give students a holistic view of how science works. Students entering grades 7-9 are eligible to attend. Cost is $80. Registration opens April 1, and spots are limited. Early registration is recommended. For more information, call Dr. Dawn Richardson at 972.377.1725 or email drichardson@collin.edu or Dr. Sukanya Subramanian 972.377.1583ssubramanian@collin.edu.
Texas All-Star Jazz Camp
Monday-Friday, July 8-12 (registration/auditions July 7)
Plano Campus, 2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway
The Texas All-Star Jazz Camp features a flurry of daily workshops and rehearsals as musicians learn the world of big band jazz. Camp faculty includes top jazz musicians from around the country, who have played with big names such as Maynard Ferguson, Doc Severinsen and Woody Herman. Each summer, the TASJC welcomes a guest artist for a clinic with the students and an evening concert. Students must be at least 13 years old with at least one year of study on their instrument. Cost is $325 with an additional fee for lunch. For information and online registration, visit http://www.collin.edu/department/music/jazz/jazzcamp.html. For additional information, email Mr. Pete Weise, camp director, at pweise@collin.eduor call 972.516.5076.
Collin Summer Dance Festival 2019
Monday-Friday, July 15-19; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Plano Campus, 2800 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Dance Studio AA146
The eighth annual Collin Summer Dance Festival is for beginners to advanced dancers, 14 years old and up, and features workshops in modern, ballet, jazz, salsa, contemporary, musical theatre, hip-hop, dance improvisation and more. The cost is $125 for early registration paid by May 17 or $150 if paid between May 18 and June 30. Late registration is $175 on July 1 or after, may include limitations, and is subject to the festival coordinator’s permission. The Summer Dance Festival space is limited. Refunds may be given up to two weeks prior to the festival start date. Any requests made after that time will be charged a refund fee of $25. Online registration is available now atwww.collin.edu/department/dance/summerdance.html. Call Tiffanee Arnold, festival coordinator, at 972.881.5830 or email dance@collin.edufor more information.
Crime Scene Investigation Camp
Monday-Thursday, July 15-18, 1-4 p.m.
McKinney Campus, 2200 University Drive, Room B301
Participants will learn crime scene processing techniques. Campers will participate in various exercises that apply forensic techniques to the identification, documentation, preservation and collection of various types of crime scene evidence to include: fingerprints, blood evidence, DNA, shoe and tire impressions, and search procedures. Mock crime scene activities and evidence are age appropriate and challenging. Campers entering grades 9-12 are eligible to attend. The cost is $100 per participant and includes snacks and a drink. Registration for the camp is open through June 28. Sign up at https://collincollegecsicamp2.eventbrite.com. Call Nancy Huff at 972.377.1501 or emailengtechevent@collin.edu for more information.
Girls’ Coding Camp
Monday-Friday, July 29-Aug. 2, 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Frisco Campus 9700 Wade Boulevard, Heritage Hall, room 122
“Storytelling through Code: The World of Alice”
Come join us on a girls-only journey through the world of Alice. Alice is a graphical programming environment that allows us to create amazing animated stories. Create your own graphic novel using the programming concepts of sequencing, conditional statements, and loops. Campers entering grades 6-8 are eligible to attend. No previous experience is necessary; just bring your creativity. The cost is $99 per participant and includes snacks and a drink. Registration for the camp is open through July 20. Sign up at https://collincodingcamp-girls2019.eventbrite.com. Call Nancy Huff at 972.377.1501 or email engtechevent@collin.edu for more information.
Robotics Camps
Co-ed Camp: Monday-Friday, July 29-Aug. 2, 2019; 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
All Girls Camp: Monday-Friday, Aug. 5-9, 2019; 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Both camps will be held at the Frisco Campus Conference Center, 9700 Wade Boulevard.
Students between grades 7-10 will stimulate their minds and unleash creativity at the Summer Robotics Camps. These camps are sponsored by the Collin College Robotics Club and the Engineering, Technology and Computer Sciences Department. Cost is $99 and includes snacks and a drink. Spots are limited and registration fills quickly. Early registration is recommended.
To register for the Co-ed Camp, visit https://collinco-edroboticscamp.eventbrite.com.
To register for the All Girls Camp, visit https://collingirlsroboticscamp.eventbrite.com.
Call Nancy Huff at 972.377.1501 or email engtechevent@collin.edu for more information.
Visit http://www.collin.edu/community/summercamps.html for the most up-to-date listing.
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