Classes
The classes below are examples of classes we have offered in the past. The actual class lists varies every year based on which classes students sign up for, and every year we add and change classes based on students' and counselors' input.
Programming
This course teaches the basic concepts of Object Oriented Programming using the extremely popular Java programming language. This course includes a discussion of classes, methods, and operator overloading. Emphasis will be placed on creating interactive games, applets, and applications.
3d Animation -- Now offering Level 2!
Using Maya, the 3d Animation software used to create movies such as Shrek and A Bugs Life, students will learn the essentials of 3d modeling, animation, and rendering. For students who have taken 3d Animation in the past, we offer a Level 2 course which covers more sophisticated modeling techniques and character animation.
Flash Animation -- Now offering Level 2!
Using Adobe Flash, students will create web-ready 2d animations as seen on most interactive websites. For returning Flash students, we offer an advanced Flash course, focusing on game design using Flash's Actionscript 3 programming language.
E-Cast Design Team (Science & Invention)
Do you like to build things? Do you like to take things apart and figure out what makes them tick? This course will give you the skills to answer your own questions about every day life tools.
Digital Imaging and Design -- New and Improved Curriculum!
Students will use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign to learn how to doctor photos, create graphics, and finally bring their work together in a team project to design a magazine.
Web Design
Students will learn how to make their own webpages using a variety of tools including HTML, CSS, Javascript, and Flash. We will also use Adobe's website creation software Dreamweaver.
Movie Directing & Producing
Lights, Camera, ACTION! Work as a team to make a commercial and a short movie, from script-writing to filming to editing. Students will have full access to digital video cameras and movie editing software.