Winter Virtual Tech IT Out 2021
with CCSU Tech Ed Rockstars & Faculty
Youth Programs @ CCSU
Email Christa Sterling; csterling@ccsu.edu for information
Sparking Innovation and Fun through Virtual Programs
CCSU is bringing our Tech It Out programs to your home this winter. Our instructors are creating interactive, creative and fun tech programs. We know you don’t want another online class – but this will be fun!
Virtual Programs for Winter 2021
Be creative. Learn AI. Engineer Robots. Learn Coding. Create Designs. Have Fun and More!
Storytelling: An Introduction to Coding Using Scratch
3rd – 5th graders
Fridays 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
2/12/21 – 3/19/21
Game Design: Coding Videogames with Scratch
5th – 7th graders
Fridays 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
2/12/21 – 3/19/21
Coding Your Future
6th – 8th graders
Wednesdays 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
2/10/21 – 3/10/21
Drones and VEX with Visual Coding
6th – 8th graders
Tuesdays 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
2/2/21 – 3/9/21
3D CAD Modeling: Onshape
8th – 12th graders
Wednesdays 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
2/10/21 – 3/17/21
E-Sports
6th – 12th graders
Saturdays 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
2/13/21 – 3/13/21
Virtual Robotics
6th – 8th graders
Wednesdays 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
2/10/21 – 3/10/21
The Art of Filmmaking
6th – 8th graders
Mondays 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
2/15/21 – 3/15/21
When we can all safely gather again, we will welcome your children back to our campus. Until then, our programs will be virtual.
We hope next summer you’ll be able to join over 300 kids on CCSU’s beautiful campus for the 8th annual Tech It Out summer fiesta! Come see why kids come back year after year to try new classes. Our programs are developed to bring a bit of collegiate learning and life to your summer – all while having fun. You’re never too young to be on our college campus.
- Expert faculty, alumni, teachers & cool students
- Cutting-edge curriculum and programs – real-life learning
- Field trip visits: MIT, Submarine Base, Yard Goats, Businesses & More
- Reasonably-priced programs with lunch & goodies
- Before- and after-care options available
Happy Kids, Great Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does check-in start on the first day of the program?
Check-in begins at 8:00 am on the first day for all programs. Please check your individual registration to be sure. We cannot check in any attendee before that time.
Where do I drop off my child?
All parents will receive detailed instructions on where they need to bring their children.
What if I am late to drop off my child?
All programs begin at 9:00 am. If you are late, please text or call us at 860-832-2277 and leave a message and let us know. We will wait until 9:30 am and walk each child to their class.
Where do I pick up my child?
Every child will be at the same place where they are dropped off. The teachers walk them back and forth to their classrooms.
What if I am late to pick up my child?
If you are late, please text or call us at 860-770-2400 if you can, and let us know. All children will be at the aftercare program in the student center. We will be there until 5:30. If you are not preregistered for the aftercare program the cost is $25 per day.
Do I need to sign my child in and out each day?
No, only the first day.
Do you provide before and after care?
Before and after care is available for most of the summer. Check your program registration confirmation to be sure. You will need to register and pay to be eligible for before and after care.
Is lunch provided?
Yes. All attendees of our programs eat together from 12:00 – 12:30 in the dining hall. There will be several options. If your child requires a special diet, please pack their lunch. Please notify us of any allergies.
Is there parking?
Yes, we will inform you of where to park to walk your child to registration.
Is an Informed Consent & Medical Information Form required?
Yes. Every class requires a completed consent and medical information form.
Is there a Nurse on campus?
Yes. There is a nurse available to all attendees during the hours of the programs, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Please notify us of any special needs or allergies.
Is there financial assistance?
CCSU does not offer financial assistance to the students attending our summer program. However, there are many organizations that offer funding to families and students that qualify. CCSU is not eligible to apply for many of these grants/monies, but families can apply. We encourage you to look for grants and/or foundations that support STEM programs for kids.
