School's Out Camps at Pace University

Unleash your inner artist and bring your creations to life at our Digital Canvas Camp: Art & Animation Unleashed! This exciting one-day camp is perfect for young artists eager to explore the vibrant world of digital creativity.

Throughout the day, campers will dive into the fundamentals of digital art, using a variety of accessible and engaging software. Our instructors will guide participants through techniques for digital painting, drawing, and illustration. You’ll learn how to transform your ideas into stunning digital masterpieces!

But the creativity doesn’t stop there! We’ll also introduce campers to the basics of digital animation. You’ll discover how to create movement frame-by-frame, understand key principles of animation, and bring your characters or designs to life with simple, engaging sequences. Whether it’s a bouncing ball, a winking emoji, or a short character action, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the magic of motion.

By the end of the Digital Canvas Day Camp: Art & Animation Unleashed!, campers will have created their own unique digital artwork and short animations, gaining valuable skills and confidence in the exciting realm of digital media. Get ready to draw, paint, and animate your way to an unforgettable day!

Do you have a knack for cracking codes, solving riddles, and unraveling mysteries? Then join us for our Escape Room Challenge Camp! This thrilling one-day adventure is designed for puzzle enthusiasts who love the excitement of escape rooms.

Throughout the day, campers will be immersed in the world of escape room design and gameplay. We’ll start by exploring the core elements of a great escape room, from creating compelling narratives to designing clever clues. You’ll learn how different types of puzzles are crafted, and how to think critically to solve them.

The camp will feature a dynamic blend of physical escape room challenges where you’ll work collaboratively with your team to unlock boxes, decipher hidden messages, and navigate interactive environments. But that’s not all! We’ll also dive into the exciting realm of digital escape room elements. Campers will engage with online puzzles, interactive websites, and digital locks, experiencing how technology can enhance and expand the escape room experience.

By the end of the Escape Room Challenge Camp! you’ll have honed your problem-solving skills, learned about the intricacies of escape room design, and most importantly, had an unforgettable day of brain-bending fun! Get ready to put your detective skills to the ultimate test!

This exciting one-day camp is perfect for young artists who want to learn the basics of graphic design and create a fun, personalized project.

Throughout the day, campers will explore the fundamental principles of graphic design, including color theory and layout. Our instructors will guide participants through hands-on projects using fun and accessible design software. You’ll learn how to use digital tools to create a custom design that’s all your own. We’ll focus on how to use shapes, images, and text to communicate an idea or create a cool pattern.

The highlight of the camp is seeing your hard work come to life! You’ll prepare your design for printing, learning the essential steps graphic designers take to go from screen to product. Everyone will get their unique design printed on a tote bag as a tangible reminder of the skills they learned. Get ready to design, imagine, and create something unique!

Did you know that sites like YouTube®, Google™, and Instagram™ are coded using Python™? If you want to create your own app to share your vision and innovations with the world, then it’s time for you to start learning Python!

Python is one of the fastest growing programming languages in use today. Its simple syntax makes it easier to read and learn than other programming languages, making it an ideal choice for beginner programmers.

Learn how to code cool graphics, games, and programs! Benefit from clean syntax and other streamlined attributes within Python that provide a new approach to learning and understanding programming. With Python, coders can often write code quicker, allowing them to produce results in a shorter period of time.

Discover new programming concepts, develop logical thinking skills, and code impressive and entertaining projects!

Ok, this is awesome, but what can you make at camp?

During the camp week you get to create at least one mini project and one main project. Mini projects may include a magic 8 ball, a random name generator, or a mad libs story generator. Main camp projects may include a unique and creative text based adventure game, a snake game, or a quiz game!

To maximize positive interaction and group collaboration, campers beta test each other’s projects during the week!

*No prior programming experience is required, but typing skills and a basic understanding of pre-algebra are encouraged.

Do you have what it takes to be a secret agent? Join us for the Junior Spy Academy: Mystery Solved! This thrilling one-day camp will transform you into a top-notch detective, ready to crack codes, uncover clues, and solve baffling mysteries.

Throughout the day, aspiring spies will learn essential espionage skills. We’ll start with code-breaking, where you’ll master ciphers, hidden messages, and secret communication techniques used by real agents. Then, it’s time to put your observation skills to the test with forensic challenges, analyzing fingerprints, deciphering cryptic notes, and gathering vital evidence.

The highlight of the day will be a grand mystery to solve! Campers will work in teams, applying their newly acquired spycraft to piece together clues, interview suspects (our camp counselors!), and ultimately expose the truth. This immersive experience will challenge your critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

By the end of the Junior Spy Academy: Mystery Solved!, you’ll have earned your spy stripes, developed keen detective instincts, and had an unforgettable day of intrigue and adventure. Get ready to go undercover and solve the case!

Get ready for an epic day of blocks and adventure at our Minecraft Camp: Build & Survive! This one-day camp is perfect for young crafters who love both the boundless imagination of creative mode and the thrilling challenges of survival.

In the morning, campers will unleash their inner architects in Creative Mode. Guided by experienced counselors, they’ll learn advanced building techniques, collaborate on grand projects, or design their own dream structures. Whether it’s a towering castle, a futuristic city, or a cozy woodland retreat, the only limit is their imagination!

After a lunch break, the adventure shifts to Survival Mode. Campers will work together to gather resources, craft essential tools, and defend against the lurking dangers of the Minecraft world. They’ll learn crucial survival strategies, from building shelters and finding food to mining for valuable minerals and fending off hostile mobs.

Our Minecraft Day Camp: Build & Survive! offers a unique blend of cooperative fun, problem-solving, and creative expression, all within the exciting world of Minecraft. Campers will leave with new skills, unforgettable memories, and perhaps even a few new friends!

Do you dream of becoming a Pokémon Master? Join us for our Pokémon Trainer Academy Camp: Cards & Digital Battles! This action-packed one-day camp is your chance to dive deep into the world of Pokémon, mastering both the thrilling strategy of the Trading Card Game (TCG) and exciting online challenges.

Throughout the day, campers will sharpen their skills as Pokémon Trainers. In the morning, we’ll focus on the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting your journey, our expert counselors will guide you through deck building strategies, understanding card abilities, and mastering battle mechanics. Campers will participate in friendly matches, learn new tactics, and trade tips with fellow trainers.

After lunch, the adventure shifts to the digital realm! Campers will explore official Pokémon online platforms and apps (specific platforms will be announced closer to camp date). This could include practicing battles on the Pokémon TCG Live app, engaging in strategic challenges, or exploring other interactive digital Pokémon experiences. We’ll learn how to navigate these platforms, understand their features, and apply our Pokémon knowledge in a digital setting.

By the end of the Pokémon Trainer Academy Day Camp: Cards & Digital Battles!, campers will have enhanced their TCG prowess, gained valuable experience with digital Pokémon platforms, and made new friends who share their passion. Get ready to battle, strategize, and catch ’em all!

Calling all aspiring game developers and Roblox enthusiasts! Get ready to design, build, and play at our Roblox Game Dev Camp: Build Your Own Obby! This exciting one-day camp is your chance to dive into the world of Roblox Studio and bring your game ideas to life.

Throughout the day, campers will be introduced to the fundamentals of Roblox game development. Under the guidance of our expert instructors, you’ll learn how to navigate Roblox Studio, understand basic coding concepts (no prior experience needed!), and unleash your creativity to design custom game elements.

The main focus of the camp will be on building awesome Obbies! You’ll learn how to create challenging jumps, intricate mazes, tricky traps, and unique obstacles to test your players’ skills. From setting up spawn points to adding interactive elements, you’ll gain hands-on experience in crafting a fun and engaging Obby experience.

By the end of the Roblox Game Dev Day Camp: Build Your Own Obby!, you’ll have your very own playable Obby to share with friends and family, along with a solid foundation in Roblox game development. Get ready to turn your imagination into reality and become a Roblox game creator!