Ready for summer fun! Yeah!
Week 1: June 2 - June 6
Morning
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Ever wanted to build your own computer? Now’s your chance! At GenTech’s Crazy Computer Build camp, you’ll learn every step of the PC-building process—from exploring the CPU, RAM, and motherboard to installing the software that brings everything to life. With hands-on guidance from our experts, you’ll assemble your very own computer and take it home at the end of camp!
- Ages: 10 – 17
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Skill Path: Computer Science, Computer Hardware
- Take-Home Equipment: Computer, Monitor, Keyboard & Mouse
- Add-Ons: 512 GB SSD & Low-Profile Gaming GPU
This camp is perfect for curious minds eager to unlock the power of modern technology and gain real-world skills in computer hardware and software. Join us and discover how fun building a PC can be!
Afternoon
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Course Details:
Ages: 8+
Skill Level: Intermediate
Platform: Arduino
Take-home equipment: Arduino Kit
Focus Areas:
Electronics Fundamentals: Circuits, breadboarding, and component basics
Microcontroller Programming: Write code (C/C++ or block-based) to control sensors, LEDs, displays, and motors
Project-Based Learning: Tackle hands-on builds from simple circuits to more complex prototypes
Creative Problem-Solving: Debug and refine your designs to make them more interactive and reliable
Camp Highlights:
Explore a wide variety of sensors and outputs (LEDs, motors, buzzers, etc.)
Collaborate with peers to brainstorm and troubleshoot projects
Receive personalized guidance from expert instructors
Build confidence in tech skills that can lead to future STEM pursuits
All Day*
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
BOTH CAMPS
Week 2: June 9 - June 13
Morning
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Ready, set, Game On! In this beginner-friendly camp, young creators will dive into the exciting world of game design using Scratch Jr. Kids aged 5 and up will learn how to bring characters to life with simple block-based coding, craft imaginative storylines, and develop interactive gameplay. By the end of camp, they’ll have designed their very own game to share with friends and family!
- Ages: 5+
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Platform: Scratch Jr.
- Focus Areas:
- Block-Based Coding: Learn coding fundamentals through simple, drag-and-drop blocks
- Creative Storytelling: Design characters, backgrounds, and fun story elements
- Problem-Solving: Experiment, debug, and refine each game
- Camp Highlights:
- Engage in hands-on activities to spark imagination
- Learn basic animation and interactive design techniques
- Showcase your custom game during Friday Showcase
Afternoon
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Get ready for an epic Battle of the Bots! In this introductory camp, kids as young as five will learn the basics of robotics and coding by building their own “battle bot” using Sphero Indi. They’ll snap on LEGO pieces to customize their Indi, then use coding tiles to march their robot into battle. The grand finale? A head-to-head showdown where our young inventors can test out their creations in the ultimate robot arena. It’s the perfect start to a lifelong passion for STEM!
Ages: 5+ (no prior experience required)
Skill Level: Beginner
Robotics Platform: Sphero Indi (with LEGO add-ons)
Focus Areas: Basic Coding, Robotics, Creative Building
Take-Home Skills:
- Understanding how robots sense and move
- Coding foundation
- Design and building with LEGO
Camp Highlights:
- Design your own custom “battle bot”
- Learn basic programming with easy-to-use tools
- Compete in a fun robot face-off!
All Day*
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
BOTH CAMPS
Week 3: June 16 - June 20
Morning
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Take your drone skills to new heights in Drone Discovery: Advanced! In this immersive, hands-on camp, kids will design, 3D model, and 3D print their very own drone frames before testing them in thrilling challenges and obstacle courses. From perfecting flight mechanics to pushing creative boundaries, this camp combines engineering, coding, and problem-solving for an unforgettable drone adventure.
- Ages: 10+
- Skill Level: Advanced
- Focus Areas:
- 3D Design & Modeling: Create custom drone frames using CAD software
- 3D Printing: Learn how to set up and optimize prints for aerial performance
- Drone Assembly & Coding: Integrate electronics, motors, and flight controls
- Flight Challenges: Navigate advanced obstacle courses and real-world scenarios
- Camp Highlights:
- Daily build sessions to refine your custom drone design
- Hands-on practice flying and troubleshooting your 3D-printed drone
- Mini-competitions to test speed, agility, and teamwork
- Mentoring on advanced engineering and aviation concepts
- Keep your drone at the end of the camp!
Afternoon
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Get ready to take your robotics skills to the next level with Advanced Battle Bots! In this camp, students will push the boundaries of innovation by designing and building custom mechanical arms, launchers, and other attachments on top of a Sphero RVR. Using a micro:bit, they’ll code precise controls for their ultimate bot creation. On the final day, the action heats up with a thrilling tournament where everyone goes head-to-head to see whose battle bot reigns supreme!
Ages: 10 – 16
Skill Level: Advanced
Platform: Sphero RVR + micro:bit
Focus Areas:
- Mechanical Design: Building arms, launchers, and creative attachments
- Electronics & Coding: Programming the RVR’s motors and sensors via micro:bit
- Systems Integration: Combining hardware and software to solve real-time challenges
Camp Highlights:
- Daily workshops on design and engineering principles
- Hands-on build sessions to customize your RVR battle bot
- Interactive coding labs to master micro:bit controls
- Final Tournament: A fun and friendly competition to crown the ultimate champion!
All Day*
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
BOTH CAMPS
Week 4: June 23 - June 27
Morning
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Blast off into an exciting adventure with GenTech’s Rocket Science Camp!Kids design and 3D model their very own rocket, then watch it come to life with our 3D printers. Finally, prepare for liftoff when you launch your creation into the sky! Perfect for young engineers and explorers alike, this camp offers an action-packed adventure in design, aerodynamics, and hands-on learning.
Ages: 8 – 15
Skill level: Beginner – Intermediate
Skill Path: 3D model, Engineering, Rocketry
Tools & Technology: TinkerCAD & 3D printer
Take Home Equipment: 3D Printed Rocket
Afternoon
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ready to level up your game-making skills? In Game On!: Ultimate Game Designer, intermediate to advanced coders will dive deep into MakeCode Arcade to create custom 2D games from start to finish. You’ll brainstorm concepts, design pixel art, program game logic, and fine-tune gameplay. Then, watch your creations come to life on a real handheld gaming console—yours to keep at the end of camp!
- Ages: 10 – 16
- Skill Level: Intermediate – Advanced
- Platform: MakeCode Arcade
- Focus Areas:
- Game Development: Advanced block-based and JavaScript coding for interactive experiences
- Pixel Art & Animation: Create custom characters, backgrounds, and effects
- Gameplay Mechanics: Balance difficulty, scoring systems, and user experience
- Hardware Integration: Transfer your finished game onto a handheld console
- Camp Highlights:
- Design and program your own 2D video game
- Explore advanced coding concepts like variables, conditionals, and loops
- Showcase your final project on a personal gaming device (yours to keep!)
- Collaborate with fellow game designers for feedback and inspiration
This camp is perfect for aspiring developers who are ready to tackle more complex projects—and see them play out on a real handheld gaming system!
All Day*
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
BOTH CAMPS
NO CAMPS: June 30 - July 4
Week 5: July 7 - July 11
Morning
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Get ready for an epic Battle of the Bots! In this introductory camp, kids as young as five will learn the basics of robotics and coding by building their own “battle bot” using Sphero Indi. They’ll snap on LEGO pieces to customize their Indi, then use coding tiles to march their robot into battle. The grand finale? A head-to-head showdown where our young inventors can test out their creations in the ultimate robot arena. It’s the perfect start to a lifelong passion for STEM!
Ages: 5+ (no prior experience required)
Skill Level: Beginner
Robotics Platform: Sphero Indi (with LEGO add-ons)
Focus Areas: Basic Coding, Robotics, Creative Building
Take-Home Skills:
- Understanding how robots sense and move
- Coding foundation
- Design and building with LEGO
Camp Highlights:
- Design your own custom “battle bot”
- Learn basic programming with easy-to-use tools
- Compete in a fun robot face-off!
Afternoon
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ever wanted to build your own computer? Now’s your chance! At GenTech’s Crazy Computer Build camp, you’ll learn every step of the PC-building process—from exploring the CPU, RAM, and motherboard to installing the software that brings everything to life. With hands-on guidance from our experts, you’ll assemble your very own computer and take it home at the end of camp!
- Ages: 10 – 17
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Skill Path: Computer Science, Computer Hardware
- Take-Home Equipment: Computer, Monitor, Keyboard & Mouse
- Add-Ons: 512 GB SSD & Low-Profile Gaming GPU
This camp is perfect for curious minds eager to unlock the power of modern technology and gain real-world skills in computer hardware and software. Join us and discover how fun building a PC can be!
All Day*
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
BOTH CAMPS
Week 6: July 14 - July 18
Morning
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Brave adventurer, your electronics journey begins here! In this exciting camp, you’ll use an Arduino kit as your gateway to a world of hands-on learning. Packed with essential components like the Arduino UNO, breadboard, LEDs, resistors, buttons, and sensors, this kit empowers you to build, code, and create real working projects from day one. At the end of the camp you will have the skills and kit to keep to continue your innovation after the class is over!
Ages: 8+
Skill Level: Intermediate
Platform: Arduino
Take-home equipment: Arduino Kit
Focus Areas:
Electronics Fundamentals: Circuits, breadboarding, and component basics
Microcontroller Programming: Write code (C/C++ or block-based) to control sensors, LEDs, displays, and motors
Project-Based Learning: Tackle hands-on builds from simple circuits to more complex prototypes
Creative Problem-Solving: Debug and refine your designs to make them more interactive and reliable
Camp Highlights:
Explore a wide variety of sensors and outputs (LEDs, motors, buzzers, etc.)
Collaborate with peers to brainstorm and troubleshoot projects
Receive personalized guidance from expert instructors
Build confidence in tech skills that can lead to future STEM pursuits
Join us on this thrilling quest through Cogsworth City, where curiosity ignites innovation—and where every project you build brings you one step closer to mastering the art of electronics and coding!
Afternoon
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ready, set, Game On! In this beginner-friendly camp, young creators will dive into the exciting world of game design using Scratch Jr. Kids aged 5 and up will learn how to bring characters to life with simple block-based coding, craft imaginative storylines, and develop interactive gameplay. By the end of camp, they’ll have designed their very own game to share with friends and family!
- Ages: 5+
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Platform: Scratch Jr.
- Focus Areas:
- Block-Based Coding: Learn coding fundamentals through simple, drag-and-drop blocks
- Creative Storytelling: Design characters, backgrounds, and fun story elements
- Problem-Solving: Experiment, debug, and refine each game
- Camp Highlights:
- Engage in hands-on activities to spark imagination
- Learn basic animation and interactive design techniques
- Showcase your custom game during Friday Showcase
This camp is the perfect first step for budding programmers and storytellers looking to level up their creativity and tech skills!
All Day*
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
BOTH CAMPS
Week 7: July 21 - July 25
Morning
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Ready to level up your game-making skills? In Game On!: Ultimate Game Designer, intermediate to advanced coders will dive deep into MakeCode Arcade to create custom 2D games from start to finish. You’ll brainstorm concepts, design pixel art, program game logic, and fine-tune gameplay. Then, watch your creations come to life on a real handheld gaming console—yours to keep at the end of camp!
- Ages: 10 – 16
- Skill Level: Intermediate – Advanced
- Platform: MakeCode Arcade
- Focus Areas:
- Game Development: Advanced block-based and JavaScript coding for interactive experiences
- Pixel Art & Animation: Create custom characters, backgrounds, and effects
- Gameplay Mechanics: Balance difficulty, scoring systems, and user experience
- Hardware Integration: Transfer your finished game onto a handheld console
- Camp Highlights:
- Design and program your own 2D video game
- Explore advanced coding concepts like variables, conditionals, and loops
- Showcase your final project on a personal gaming device (yours to keep!)
- Collaborate with fellow game designers for feedback and inspiration
This camp is perfect for aspiring developers who are ready to tackle more complex projects—and see them play out on a real handheld gaming system!
Afternoon
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Blast off into an exciting adventure with GenTech’s Rocket Science Camp!Kids design and 3D model their very own rocket, then watch it come to life with our 3D printers. Finally, prepare for liftoff when you launch your creation into the sky! Perfect for young engineers and explorers alike, this camp offers an action-packed adventure in design, aerodynamics, and hands-on learning.
Ages: 8 – 15
Skill level: Beginner – Intermediate
Skill Path: 3D model, Engineering, Rocketry
Tools & Technology: TinkerCAD & 3D printer
Take Home Equipment: 3D Printed Rocket
All Day*
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
BOTH CAMPS
Week 8: July 28 - August 1
Morning
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Get ready to take your robotics skills to the next level with Advanced Battle Bots! In this camp, students will push the boundaries of innovation by designing and building custom mechanical arms, launchers, and other attachments on top of a Sphero RVR. Using a micro:bit, they’ll code precise controls for their ultimate bot creation. On the final day, the action heats up with a thrilling tournament where everyone goes head-to-head to see whose battle bot reigns supreme!
Ages: 10 – 16
Skill Level: Advanced
Platform: Sphero RVR + micro:bit
Focus Areas:
- Mechanical Design: Building arms, launchers, and creative attachments
- Electronics & Coding: Programming the RVR’s motors and sensors via micro:bit
- Systems Integration: Combining hardware and software to solve real-time challenges
Camp Highlights:
- Daily workshops on design and engineering principles
- Hands-on build sessions to customize your RVR battle bot
- Interactive coding labs to master micro:bit controls
- Final Tournament: A fun and friendly competition to crown the ultimate champion!
Afternoon
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Take your drone skills to new heights in Drone Discovery: Advanced! In this immersive, hands-on camp, kids will design, 3D model, and 3D print their very own drone frames before testing them in thrilling challenges and obstacle courses. From perfecting flight mechanics to pushing creative boundaries, this camp combines engineering, coding, and problem-solving for an unforgettable drone adventure.
- Ages: 10+
- Skill Level: Advanced
- Focus Areas:
- 3D Design & Modeling: Create custom drone frames using CAD software
- 3D Printing: Learn how to set up and optimize prints for aerial performance
- Drone Assembly & Coding: Integrate electronics, motors, and flight controls
- Flight Challenges: Navigate advanced obstacle courses and real-world scenarios
- Camp Highlights:
- Daily build sessions to refine your custom drone design
- Hands-on practice flying and troubleshooting your 3D-printed drone
- Mini-competitions to test speed, agility, and teamwork
- Mentoring on advanced engineering and aviation concepts
- Keep your drone at the end of the camp!
All Day*
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
BOTH CAMPS
Camp Details
On Fridays Students Showcase Stupendous Stuff! Don’t Miss IT!
- Earlier or later times can be arranged for drop off or pick up. Call us!
- All materials, robots, computers, tech devices are provided for student use during camps.
- Some camps may have additional take home materials you may purchase if you like
- Snacks and water are provided throughout the day.
- Day Campers: Bring a lunch.
- Please do not bring peanuts, soda, or candy to camps at any time.
- Please label any devices, bags or water bottles that your child brings to camp.
- Super safe, clean environment. Covid protocols follow Arizona state guidelines.
Kids! Plan on having a blast!
Explore. Create. Build. Program. Engineer. Design. Calculate.
Our Goals For your Kids
- Introduce them to engaging and fun STEM programs
- Develop skills that will last and be meaningful to their future
- Build confidence for academic pursuits in various technical subjects and careers
- Develop problem-solving, critical thinking and collaboration skills that can be used in school and everyday life.
- Dive deeper in specific types of technologies:
- Computer programming
- Networking
- Cyber security
- 3D modeling
- Design
- Circuitry
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Robotics
- Software