STEAM Education in a Whole New Dimension!
Summer STEAM & VR Program
Embark on an immersive journey of discovery and creativity at our VR Summer program! Your child's mornings will be filled with captivating activities like 3D printing & robotics, Minecraft & Roblox coding, stop-motion animation, filmmaking, and coding through engaging platforms like Scratch and MakeCode. But the adventure doesn't stop there! Afternoons will transport them into the remarkable world of virtual reality where they can indulge in 3D modeling, delve into the mysteries of our solar system and the laws of physics, voyage virtually around the world, and create stunning 3D art. This program is the perfect fusion of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, offering an unparalleled STEAM learning experience that will inspire, educate, and entertain. Let's make this summer unforgettable!
Program Duration & Cost
Summer 2023 Session Dates: July 10 - Sept 1 (8 weeks), Ages 8 - 12
Sign up for one or multiple weeks.
Full Day, One Week: The full day option runs from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, allowing your child to participate in both morning and afternoon activities. $815
Morning, One Week: The morning option runs from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, allowing your child to participate in STEAM activities (note: VR activities are only in the afternoon) $450
Afternoon, One Week: The afternoon option runs from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM, allowing your child to participate in STEAM VR activities. $450
Daily schedule:
9:30-9:40, Morning Arrival Activity
9:40-10:40, Morning STEAM Activity
10:40-11:00, Morning Break Activity
11:00-12:00, Morning STEAM Activity
12:00-1:00, Lunch
1:00-1:10, Afternoon Arrival Activity
1:10-2:10, Afternoon VR STEAM Activity
2:10-2:30, Screen Break Activity
2:30-3:30 Afternoon VR Freeplay
Morning Weekly Programs
Program | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
3D Printing & Robotics | July 10, 2023 | July 14, 2023 |
Minecraft & Roblox Coding | July 17, 2023 | July 21, 2023 |
Stop Motion, Filmmaking, Garageband | July 24, 2023 | July 28, 2023 |
Scratch & Makecode Coding | July 31, 2023 | August 4, 2023 |
3D Printing & Robotics | August 7, 2023 | August 11, 2023 |
Minecraft & Roblox Coding | August 14, 2023 | August 18, 2023 |
Stop Motion, Filmmaking, Garageband | August 21, 2023 | August 25, 2023 |
Scratch & Makecode Coding | August 28, 2023 | September 1, 2023 |
3D Printing & Robotics
3D Printing & Design provides the skill set students need to get into the wonderful world of 3D modeling, engineering, Computer Aided Design and creating physical products. We use accessible software specifically designed for education, TinkerCAD and Morphi, to explore mathematical concepts, computer skills and physical manufacturing. Students learn how to create designs and how the 3D printing process works. Designs include houses, name-tags, products and so much more!
Robotics is the most unique, knowledgeable and fun dive into robots. Students learn to control The Dash and Dot, Ozobot and Cubelets Robotics through various sensors, components and coding. No prior coding experience necessary! Dash robot responds to voice, navigates objects, dances, and sings! Use apps to create new behaviors for Dash making learning about robot commands easy and fun! Cubelets are robot blocks that make it fast and easy to make your own robot! There’s no wrong way to build with Cubelets, so it is remarkably easy to transform these blocks into brilliant bundles of robotic curiosity. Ozobots are tiny robots we can code with color! Watch as their color sensors guide them through various challenges.
Minecraft & Roblox Coding
This is not your Minecraft available at home! Students will explore new aspects of Minecraft Education, while also learning computer logic and programming! Students Code “Agents,” little minions, that assist them with collecting and building through a language similar to Scratch, but only if coded correctly... Ever increasing challenges and quests are bestowed upon the students, growing problem solving skills, patience and teamwork! With the help of custom worlds, students explore and build different styles of architecture including Roman, Greek, Contemporary, Brutalist and more! Minecraft Architecture Students learn about influential architects such as Ictinus, Frank Lloyd Wright, Zaha Hadid and others.
Roblox Studio is a powerful platform for creating your own games. With drag-and-drop features we can create games quickly, but coding knowledge is required to make something more unique. First we create an Obby, and then move onto more advanced custom projects to build game design, coding, and 3d skills! The only Roblox the kids will play in this class are the games that they make!
Stop Motion, Filmmaking, Garageband
Students experience the magical way stop-motion brings everyday objects and characters to life through its raw power of storytelling. Learn all the techniques important for live action filmmaking - Conceptualizing content, story building, graphic design, audio and video production, unique content creation, YouTube management and much more! Experience fun video techniques like green screening, easy computer effects and more! Staff, with a wealth of music experience, teach students how to use GarageBand to record live music, play music with the GarageBand sounds, pick and choose loops (musical phrases), produce re-mixes and more! Whether you know nothing about music or you practice your instruments every day, GarageBand is the best way to start recording and expanding your musical education. We often compose in GarageBand specifically for our animations and films!
Scratch & Makecode Coding
Dive into video game design using Scratch and MakeCode Coding Platforms! Scratch is familiar to many kids as it’s used in schools nationwide. Scratch makes coding easier and more fun through programming with blocks of code! Without having to worry about exact syntax kids are able to make amazingly imaginative and impressive games in no time!
For older attendees we have some advanced techniques to share. MakeCode, developed by Microsoft, is also a block based learning platform, specialized in making games! We can also use MakeCode to program sensors, lights and more on tiny interactive computers - MicroBit & Circuit Playground.
Afternoon VR Program
During the afternoon sessions, students will transition to immersive VR STEAM experiences. These VR activities will be a harmonious blend of structured learning guided by our dedicated staff, and freeplay that encourages children to explore, sparking their natural curiosity and fostering independence. The engaging VR-based activities will encompass a wide variety of experiences, as follows:
MasterpieceVR is a VR 3D modeling and sculpting tool that enables children to intuitively generate 3D models and art in a fun, interactive way. By simply using hand controllers in a VR headset, kids can draw, sculpt, and paint in a three-dimensional space, turning their imaginations into virtual reality. With its user-friendly interface, kids can manipulate and interact with their 3D creations, fostering creativity, spatial awareness, and problem-solving skills.
Journey through the cosmos with Titans of Space. This stunning virtual reality experience offers an awe-inspiring tour of our solar system, showcasing the magnificence of planets, moons, asteroids, and other celestial phenomena. As kids virtually traverse through space, they gain an in-depth understanding of the vastness of our universe, the characteristics of different celestial bodies, and the fundamental principles of astronomy. Titans of Space not only instills a profound sense of wonder but also enriches their knowledge in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
Create and destroy on an unimaginable scale while exploring our beautiful cosmos. Universe Sandbox is an awe-inspiring experience in a scientifically-accurate space and gravity simulator. With unlimited power and unlimited freedom, you can create and explore both fantastical and realistic scenarios. Fly through our solar system, vaporize planets with a giant laser, or hurl stars around with a flick of the wrist. Fly along with New Horizons past Pluto and its moons or explore our neighboring TRAPPIST-1 system and its recently discovered Earth-like planets.
Unleash the globetrotter within your child with Google Earth VR! This immersive virtual reality program enables kids to explore the four corners of the globe, all without leaving the arcade. From the peak of Mount Everest to the depths of the Grand Canyon, from the bustling streets of New York City to the tranquil waters of the Pacific, your child can travel anywhere and learn about diverse cultures, historical landmarks, geographical wonders, and so much more. Google Earth VR nurtures curiosity and develops knowledge in geography, history, culture, and technology.
Immerse your child in the world of 3D art with Tilt Brush. This groundbreaking VR application provides an exciting platform for kids to paint and draw in three dimensions, transforming their creativity into immersive artworks. With Tilt Brush, the virtual canvas is their playground, enabling them to visualize their ideas in space and time, and ultimately take their artistic skills to new heights. It's a unique blend of art and technology that not only nurtures their creativity, but also enhances their spatial understanding and technical skills.
Refund Policy
Full amount is due at registration. In the event a child withdraws prior to June 10, all payments are refundable.
For a withdrawal after June 10 but prior to July 10, refunds will be subject to an administrative charge of $400 per child for full day program, $200 per child for half day program.
General Policies
The Director reserves the right to cancel any workshop if the enrollment is insufficient. In the event of cancellation, the child will be permitted to transfer to another course. All course descriptions and instructors are subject to change without notification. No material fees will be returned for class changes after June 1.
5th Dimension VR is not responsible for personal property of the participants. There will be no reimbursement for missing possessions.