Albany Area Schools Community Education

Stearns County 4-H Lady bugs, stick bugs, and ants. Explore the amazing life of bugs! Imagine being small enough to live on a button or use a leaf as an umbrella. Join Stearns County 4-H as we create tiny worlds that are sure to delight and amaze! All campers are asked to wear sunscreen and bring a bag lunch for the noon meal and a water bottle. A snack will be provided. All non-4-H youth are asked to turn in a participation form (http://z.umn.edu/StearnsForm) to the Stearns County Extension Office before participating in a 4-H day camp.

Emergency Outfitters This course is best suited for 10-13 year olds interested in learning the current practices of caring for young children and how to manage their babysitting business. Students will learn safety and injury prevention, first aid basics, feeding and caring for infants and how to handle behavior problems. Students will receive a reference book, handouts, babysitting bag and first aid kit. Please bring a writing utensil, snacks, beverage(s), and lunch. Food will not be provided. Parents - please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the end of class to pick up your child.

COR Robotics Battle Drones features an exciting combination of aerial acrobatics with an engineering design challenge that will teach students STEM concepts, teamwork and how to skillfully fly a drone. In Battle Drones, teams of students will build robotic launchers designed to fling projectiles at their opponents drones. Students will be guided by experienced camp instructors in how to construct their launchers to maximize projectile speed and accuracy. The camp will culminate in an epic battle where students will need to pilot their own drones to safety by dodging the opponent projectiles while using their own launchers to take down opponent drones. The best drone pilots and launchers will emerge victorious!

Char Bzdok This class is designed for youth to have FUN while learning some inquiry based science concepts. We will be using the simplest of techniques (freezer bags and ice), but also teach other methods of the business in today's world. Come and have some fun with your friends! Please register for ALL classes/camps by student's current 2023-24 grade level.

COR Robotics Dive into the captivating world of creativity and technology at our Intro to Digital Art summer camp! This immersive three-day program combines hands-on learning with engaging digital tools, offering a dynamic journey into digital art. Students will explore the fundamentals of digital drawing and apply what they learn to an exciting real world application. Through a partnership with No Grit No Pearl, students will be able to get their favorite design printed on a canvas or t-shirt which will get shipped to their house after the camp! Intro to Digital Art is the perfect blend of fun, skill development and boundless imagination, providing young artists with the tools and confidence to bring their visions to life.

COR Robotics The “Minecraft Olympics” is a dynamic three-day camp designed to immerse participants in the thrilling world of Minecraft while fostering teamwork, creativity and friendly competition. Campers will engage in daily Build Battles, showcasing their imaginative prowess in constructing awe-inspiring structures aligned with diverse themes. Through this immersive experience, participants not only deepen their understanding of Minecraft’s gameplay but also cultivate camaraderie and problem-solving skills in a fun and supportive environment. The “Minecraft Olympics” promises a thrilling adventure for campers seeking to combine their love for Minecraft with a collaborative team experience that students won’t forget.

Char Bzdok Let’s make some M&M chocolate bars using a Pop It Fidget! Come and have some fun with your friends while making beautifully designed chocolate bars. At the end of this class you will bring home your own Pop It Fidget of choice as well as some chocolate for your family - yum! Just another fun way to use a fidget! Also, fun games are planned to win more fidgets! Everyone will go home with many fidgets and sensory toys!

PotSpot Join PotSpot to paint a fun decoration of your choice. Will you pick a mug or a puppy or a dragon or something else? The item and how you decorate it is up to you! We will also have planters and vases to choose from for Spring! Parents please pick up your child from the art classroom, enter through Kids Co doors (#4 at AVE and #5 at ALE). This will allow those who may take longer than an hour to complete the project.

Char Bzdok If your kids love being a princess, we’ve got just the activities to keep them having fun! Let them spend some time in the LAND of ROYALTY with a bunch of activities and crafts planned. Each princess will get to choose from a variety of activities, crafts and games (tiaras, wands, nail polish, makeup, food/candy choices and much more)! Let’s break out the tiaras and have a Royal Blast! Please come dressed in your prettiest costume!

Lori Young, Albany Area Schools FACS Teacher Get a head start on learning how to sew! In this class, you will learn how to sew your own May Basket! Please bring a sack lunch to eat during the class.

COR Robotics Unlock your imagination at Sketch Quest, a dynamic and immersive camp for artists. Dive into a world of creativity as you learn fundamental drawing techniques, explore creative expression and create amazing artwork. This drawing adventure provides the perfect opportunity to let your creativity soar and make everlasting memories. Whether you’re a novice sketcher or an experienced artist, Sketch Quest is your canvas for exploration. Join us for a transformative experience where every drawing tells a story and your artistic journey begins!

Char Bzdok Cake pops are made for kids, and now they can make their own! We’ll teach you how to combine just the right amount of cake crumbs and buttercream icing to create tasty cake pops in fun spring colors and designs! You will learn to read a recipe & follow directions, how to melt candy melts and about kitchen safety. At the end of this class you will bring home some beautifully decorated cake pops for your family!

Stearns County 4-H Someone has stolen the cookies from the potluck and we need your help to figure out who it was! Join Stearns County 4-H as we dig into crime scene investigation techniques and science experiments to figure out who the thief is. All campers are asked to wear sunscreen and bring a bag lunch for the noon meal and a water bottle. A snack will be provided. All non-4-H youth are asked to turn in a participation form (http://z.umn.edu/StearnsForm) to the Stearns County Extension Office before participating in a 4-H day camp.