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Explore Science & Technology with MCC’s College for Kids

Children and teens can explore science & technology this summer with College for Kids – July 8 through Aug. 15.

It’s not too late to register for MCC's College for Kids, running July 8 thru Aug. 15.
It’s not too late to register for MCC's College for Kids, running July 8 thru Aug. 15. (Courtesy photo)

Children and teens can explore science and technology this summer with College for Kids at Middlesex Community College.

It’s not too late to register for College for Kids 2019, which runs July 8 through Aug. 15. One- and three-week, full- and half-day summer programs for children and teens (ages 8 to 17) are offered in Bedford and Lowell.

These fun and engaging summer programs provide children and youth with unique opportunities to explore careers, learn new skills, meet new friends, and boost self-confidence. Programs are taught by public-school teachers or professionals who are experts in their field.

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Here’s a sampling of science and technology programs offered this summer:

ACE: Aviation & Simulation – Design, build and test your own aircraft. (Ages 10-15; offered July 8-11 [Course number: YTH 610 30]; and July 15-18 [YTH 610 31]; both sessions in Bedford)

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Minecraft – Explore and approach gameplay from new angles. (Ages 8-12; offered July 8-11 [YTH 695 30]; and July 29-Aug. 1 [YTH 695 31]; both sessions in Bedford)

Coding for Kids – Learn how to build simple games and explore the world of computer coding. (Ages 9-12; offered July 22-25 [YTH 691 30]; and Aug. 12-15 [YTH 691 31]; both sessions meet in Bedford)

For the complete MCC College for Kids 2019 schedule and registration information, visit https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/collegeforkids or call 781-280-3663.

Discover your path at Middlesex Community College. As one of the largest, most comprehensive community colleges in Massachusetts, we educate, engage and empower a diverse community of learners. MCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs – plus hundreds of noncredit courses – on our campuses in Bedford and Lowell, and online. Middlesex Community College: Student success starts here!

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