Registration for Pre-College closes May 23, 2025 or when full. All grades 2-4 and 5-7 camps are full.
Runs June 9-13, 2025
Grades 2-4: FULL
ALL CAMPS are designed to run ALL five days; choose TWO camps to attend for the week (FULL DAY experiences only)
FOR KIDS ENTERING 2nd-4th GRADE AUGUST 2025
8:30am-4:00pm (check-in 8:00-8:30am, check out 4:00-4:30pm)
LEGO: BUILD, PLAY, DESTROY, REPEAT - FULL
Get ready for some fun as we dive into the exciting world of STEM! Campers will explore
design and engineering using all sorts of cool stuff like bricks, axles, wheels, gears, and more.
It’s all about learning while having a great time!
LITTLE PICASSOS- FULL
Get ready, little artists! You’re about to dive into the fun world of art! You’ll explore line, shape,
color, texture, form, and value, and learn how to use these elements to create
your very own beautiful masterpieces. Let’s get creative together!
SPACE CAMP - FULL
Go on an adventure out of this world! In this adventure, campers learn about
astronauts, the planets, engineering, and the mysterious and magical universe through
hands-on play. Learning to work with a team and form communication bonds is a key component
of crewed spaceflight. The sky’s the limit.
ADVENTURES IN OHIO- FULL
Have you ever been curious about the hidden gems in Ohio? Join us for an exciting week of
discovery and uncover all the amazing things your home state has to offer! We’ll check out the Ohio
Caverns, The Fort Recovery State Museum, Wilson’s Sporting Goods, Airstream and so much more!
Grades 5-7: FULL
ALL CAMPS are designed to run ALL five days; choose TWO camps to attend for the week (FULL DAY experiences only) - $179
FOR KIDS ENTERING GRADES 5th-7th GRADE AUGUST 2025
8:30am-4:00pm (check-in 8:00-8:30am, check out 4:00-4:30pm)
ESPORTS COMPETITIVE GAMING - FULL
Prepare to compete as part of an Esports team. Discover Esports history, game mechanics, warm-up exercises, training regiment, and terminology. At the end of the week, teams will be compete in a double-elimination style tournament which will be streamed through our Rhodes’ sanctioned Twitch channel giving family and friends a look at just how much their camper has learned.
COLOR YOUR WORLD - FULL
Come join us for a creative adventure where you can draw, paint, sculpt, and sketch! Let’s dive into the exciting world of art together and discover how to bring your unique masterpieces to life. From the expressive strokes of charcoal to the stunning details of hyperrealism, and even 3D painting and sculpting—there’s so much to experiment with. It’s going to be a fun-filled art camp, and we can’t wait to see you there!
STEM - BATTLEBOTS - FULL
Dive into the exciting world of building your own BattleBot! You’ll get hands-on experience with the basics of engineering mechanics and electronics. At the end of the week, you will compete against others in Rhodes State’s Battle Arena. Plus, you’ll have the chance to explore local manufacturing robotic facilities!
DO IT YOURSELF BOOTCAMP - FULL
Crafters - calling you to join the week-long Do-It- Yourself (DIY) camp. Learn some new tips and tricks with tools as we tackle some of the most popular DIY crafts in the nation, including woodworking, soapmaking and candlemaking.
ADVENTURES IN VIDEOGRAPHY: VIDEO CREATIVE STORYTELLING - FULL
Ready to dive into the exciting world of video shorts? Let’s kick things off by brainstorming some awesome ideas and crafting a script! Next, we will sketch out a storyboard and then we’ll bring that storyboard to life with some hands-on videography! Finally we will edit it to polish it all up, and then it’s time for the big reveal—publishing your masterpiece! Can’t wait to get started!
MUSICAL MARVEL - FULL
Join in the world of digital music creation with Ableton and BandLab. Utilize cutting-edge Digital
Audio Workstations (DAW) designed for aspiring young musicians and producers. Whether you’re
passionate about beat-making, music production, or music technology, this camp offers
an opportunity for exploration and creativity for campers through basic music theory, lo-fi beat creation, and hands-on experiences.
Pre-College Grades 8-11:
FOR KIDS ENTERING GRADES 8th-11th GRADES AUGUST 2025
9am-3pm (check-in 8:30-9:00am, check out 3:00-3:30pm)
Discovery of Where Food Comes From
Explore where your food comes from! Not only will you get to visit the farms and factories that grow and process your favorite foods, but you’ll experience making that food entirely from scratch using farmfresh raw ingredients. Along the way, we’ll discover the technology that makes American agriculture the most efficient it can be!
Industrial STEM - FULL
Dive into computer-aided design (CAD). Learn how Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) work to control advanced manufacturing systems. Get hands-on experience operating cutting-edge robots in
our state-of-the-art labs and using the industry-leading Stratasys F Series 3D printer. Gain the in-demand skills that local and regional employers are seeking while exploring exciting career opportunities in high-tech fields. With a growing shortage of skilled workers in these trades, you’ll be prepar-ing for a bright future. Plus, tour local manufacturing facilities to see CAD, PLCs, robotics, and additive manufacturing in action.
Applying Artificial Intelligence Apps
As artificial intelligence becomes more common, we have many opportunities to use it, but we don’t get many useful guidelines on how to use it effectively. These tools are powerful, but can get misleading or erroneous when not used correctly. Complete projects to learn how to use some common AI applications including generative AI, large language models, computer vision, and autonomous vehicles. We will also explore the many ways AI systems are deployed in industries and businesses.
Surg Tech
Discover the ins and outs of working as a technologist in surgery and in emergency medical services (EMS). These fields complement each other in many ways. Throughout the week, you’ll learn CPR and First Aid fundamentals, applicable to healthcare technicians. You’ll learn heart anatomy utilizing software and dissection and how EMS technicians assess a patient’s condition and respond to trauma situations and medical emergencies. You’ll also watch surgical procedures and then practice your own surgical tech skills such as how to do a surgical scrub, gown up and glove up, as well as how to prepare and pass surgical instruments. You’ll be trained in how to label specimens and apply sterile dressings to surgical wounds. Then to see it in action, there will be a field trip to a local healthcare facility to explore the fascinating world of robotic surgery, sterile processing, and the emergency department.
Registration is Live!
Held Saturdays at Rhodes State College November 2024 through April 2025
Grades 2-4:
January 25, 2025:
- Drawing Bootcamp
- Unleash your creativity with some fun drawing activities! In this two hour adventure we will dive into a variety of drawing techniques,
- Crumpled Paper Stained Glass
- Perspective and 3D drawing
- Grid Drawing
- Geometric Shape Drawing
- Vortex Drawing
- Join us and explore your artistic side!
- $39 per person
March 29, 2025:
- Parent(Guardian) & Child TEAM - STEM Mini Camp - Electrical Circuits
- Join us for a fun and interactive mini camp where we will dive into the world of electrical circuits! Get hands-on experience with basic engineering, electronics, and circuitry concepts as we build components together. Then, bring your creation to life with conductive and insulating dough! Collaborate with your partner to tackle problems, explore engineering principles, and unleash your creativity. It's going to be a blast exploring the electrical side with us!
- $49 per duo
- * This is a Partner event - one child and one guardian must be present in order to participate.
Camps are held at Rhodes State College from 10 am – 12 pm
2-4 Mini Camp Flyer
Click Here to Register
Grades 5-7:
Computer Numerical Control (CNC)/Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)/Computer Aided Design (CAD) Bootcamp - Mini Camp
- Do you have a knack for taking machines apart t o see how they work or tinkering with tools and mechanical components to make your own inventions? Are you interested in learning how to make computer drawings used in mechanical and industrial engineering? Ever wonder how computers are used to control manufacturing processes like assembly lines, robotic devices, and industrial machines, like grinders, lathes and routers? In this mini camp, you'll be exposed to computer-aided design to create your own 3D assembly design. You'll also learn what PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) are and how they control manufacturing processes, like robots and assembly lines. You'll then have the chance to develop and test your own PLC program. You'll also learn how industrial machines, which make metal and plastic parts, are controlled by computer numerical control (CNC) code to do so automatically. This course is offered with different material on each of the four following dates:
- January 25, 2025
- February 22, 2025
- March 29, 2025
- $39 per person for each event or $116 per person for all four events
Esports
- Prepare to compete as part of an Esports team in Rocket League! During the session you will experience a condensed version of our week-long Esports Rocket League Camp! You will learn about eSports, game mechanics, warm-ups, and training. Learn the importance of proper communication, teamwork, and sportsmanship. To close the session, your collaborated team will compete in a Rocket League Tournament.
- 8:00AM-12:00PM
- April 26, 2025
- $49 per person
- 8:00AM-12:00PM
Community Partner-Led Mini Camps
- Come join us for a fun and informative session where we'll explore the amazing work of one of our community partners: GROB Systems, Inc.
- April 26, 2025
- $39 per person
Rhodes State College Awarded $130,968 Grant to Fund Technical Certificate Courses for High School Students and Adults
Rhodes State College has been awarded $130,968 in funding for the "Program and Project Support Certificate Courses for High School Students and Adults" initiative. The grant, provided for FY24, will allow the college to offer scholarships for 108 students, including high school students and adults, to pursue specialized technical training.
From September 2024 through June 2025, students will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of certificate programs, including:
- FANUC Robotics – Basic and Advanced
- Industrial Automation
- Welding
- Understanding Basic Electricity
These courses are designed to equip participants with hands-on experience and essential skills in key technical fields. Participants will not only learn to operate and troubleshoot advanced machinery but also gain valuable experience to boost their employment prospects. Each course aims to ignite further interest in continued education and careers in automation, robotics, welding, and electrical industries.
Click here to learn more about the courses:
To register for any of the courses CLICK HERE!
Rhodes State College Receives Support from Gene Haas Foundation
Rhodes State College is excited to announce a generous grant from the Gene Haas Foundation dedicated to fostering skills in the machining industry. The funding will provide scholarships for students pursuing CNC machining technology, waiving registration fees for select mini-camps and bootcamps until capacity is reached.
The grant will enhance Rhodes State College’s Rhodesology and Pre-College programs, which are designed to introduce young minds to the dynamic career opportunities within STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. By engaging youth through hands-on experiences, these programs aim to spark interest in engineering and technology, crucial areas that drive innovation and economic growth.
"The Gene Haas Foundation's support is invaluable in helping us nurture the next generation of leaders in CNC machining," said Ashley Hunter, Coordinator, Youth Community and Continuing Education. "By providing scholarships and waiving fees, we are removing barriers for students and encouraging them to explore the vast potential within STEM careers."
The CNC Bootcamps funded by this grant will offer students immersive learning experiences, equipping them with essential skills for success in the manufacturing sector. Through collaboration with the Haas Foundation, Rhodes State College is committed to empowering students to become the innovators of tomorrow.
To register for any of the sponsored CNC events CLICK HERE!
An exciting program that brings STEM experineces to students at their school! Rhodesology Youth Programs are partnering up with Rhodes in Motion to bring communities Rhodesology in Motion.
Rhodes State’s Mobile Lab brings state-of-the-art technology to area communities. It’s equipped with
top-notch science and innovation, and is ready to roll into school parking lots, local businesses, or even rural fields across Ohio. This state-of-the-art lab delivers hands-on science and innovation experiences to students in grades 5-12.
For younger students in grades K-4, we offer a variety of hands-on activities outside the classroom, tailored to align with your current curriculum. These engaging experiences are designed to spark curiosity and enhance learning.
Are you interested in teaching at the summer camp?
Contact Barb Brdicka at Brdicka.B@RhodesState.edu