Youth Summer Camps
Summer Youth Camps
Welcome to the School of Continuing Education’s Summer Camp page. Parents can view below various age-related summer camp activities for their child/children. Your child/children will experience a fun, educational summer of adventure and discovery. To register your child for camps this summer, please complete the SCE Online Registration Form.
Tuition Payment Plan
Triton College offers a payment plan for individuals who have a balance of $250 or more for the semester. The Nelnet payment plan breaks down your child’s tuition balance into affordable monthly payments.
To enroll into the Nelnet payment plan, please follow the steps below.
- Compose an email to webadvisor@triton.edu requesting a MyTriton Portal user name and password for your child. In the email, please provide your child’s first and last name, date of birth, last four digits of their social security number, and a preferred email address to contact.
- After receiving the email with your child's username and password, click HERE to enroll in the Nelnet payment plan.
Camp Classes by Age
Ages 7-9
(NEW) GADgET Jr. – CMPC66
Introduce your child to common household tools with a fun hands-on project. Students will experience the fun and rewarding feeling of creating a project with their bare hands and some tools.
Section: CMP C66 101, Ages 7-9
Dates: July 11-14, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $139
Junior Artist – CMPC13
Are you a budding Picasso or just want to express yourself creatively? In Art Camp, you'll be able to do that using one or more of several media-drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, or a combination. Let your inner artist out and share your work with other young artists.
Section: CMP C13 101, Ages 7-9
Dates: June 13-16, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $95
Section: CMP C13 102, Ages 7-9
Dates: July 11-14, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $95
Robocamp – CMPC23
Students will build LEGO robots that can perform different programmable movements. Participants can select a robot design to build and also create designs from their own imaginations. During this creative experience, programming and problem-solving will be a part of the fun.
Section: CMP C23 101, Ages 7-9
Dates: June 13-16, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $120
Scratch Programming – CMPC48
Young students will learn how to create computer animations and games using Scratch, a programming language from MIT. Fundamental programming concepts, through making and importing objects, creating audio recordings, and using them to build and play computer games or music videos.
Section: CMP C48 103, Ages 7-9
Dates: June 21-24, 2022 (Tuesday thru Friday)
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $135
Automotive Technology for Kids – CMPC49
The engine, brakes, and wheels are all essential parts to any car. Automotive Technology for Kids introduces the basic features and maintenance of a car to young students, includes tire changing, headlight replacement, fluid identification and battery charging are just a few of the lessons introduced in the class. Learn how a car operates, the responsibilities of operating a car, and safety.
Section: CMP C49 103, Ages 7-9
Dates: June 21-24, 2022 (Tuesday thru Friday)
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $119
Ages 10-12
(NEW) GADgET Jr. – CMPC66
Introduce your child to common household tools with a fun hands-on project. Students will experience the fun and rewarding feeling of creating a project with their bare hands and some tools.
Section: CMP C66 101, Ages 10-12
Dates: July 11-14, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $139
Junior Artist – CMPC13
Are you a budding Picasso or just want to express yourself creatively? In Art Camp, you'll be able to do that using one or more of several media-drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, or a combination. Let you inner artist out and share your work with other young artists.
Section: CMP C13 103, Ages 10-12
Dates: July 18-21, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $95
Automotive Tech for Kids – CMPC49
The engine, the brakes, and the wheels are all essential parts to any car. Automotive Technology for Kids is designed to introduce young students to the basic features and maintenance of a car. Tire changing, headlight replacement, fluid identification, and battery charging are just a few of the lessons introduced in the class. Understanding how a car operates, the responsibilities of operating a car, and safety are other topics covered in this camp as well.
Section: CMP C49 102, Ages 10-12
Dates: July 11-14, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $119
Automotive Tech for Kids II – CMPC52
Explore more properties of an automobile with this next level camp. Young students will learn about a vehicle's exhaust system, cooling system, and fuel system and develop their knowledge of cars beyond its basic features.
Section: CMP C52 101, Ages 10-12
Dates: July 25-28, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $119
Coding Electronics – CMPC61
Explore a different approach to programming through Coding Electronics. A small circuit board called The Circuit Playground can be programmed to perform a number of functions determined by sound, light, and motion. Young students can learn how to code their own Circuit Playground to perform fun responses to clapping, turning the lights on and off, and acting as a timer in a fun game.
Section: CMP C61 101, Ages 10-12
Dates: July 25-28, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 8:00 a.m. -11:50 a.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $199
Minecraft Adventures – CMPC56
Minecraft is a fun computer program that encourages problem-solving, critical-thinking and creativity. In Minecraft, a player explores many biomes such as deserts, forests, jungles, grasslands, and swamps. Each of these areas offer different materials which the player uses to make food, shelter, tools, and many other items. The student's imagination is free to build and create a fun and challenging gaming experience in an educational setting. Students must have a Minecraft (aka Mojang) account prior to the first day of class.
Section: CMP C56 101, Ages 10-12
Dates: July 18-21, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $135
Scratch Programming – CMPC48
Young students will learn how to create computer animations and games using Scratch, a programming language from MIT. Fundamental programming concepts, through making and importing objects, creating audio recordings, and using them to build and play computer games or music videos.
Section: CMP C48 104, Ages 10-12
Dates: June 21-24, 2022 (Tuesday thru Friday)
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $135
Scratch Programming II – CMPC51
Take your child's Scratch programming skills to the next level. Scratch Programming II builds upon the fundamental features of Scratch, including blocks, music, and variables, which will expand your young programmer's knowledge and abilities to code fun games and animation.
Section: CMP C51 101, Ages 10-12
Dates: July 11-14, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $135
Waterbotics – CMPC30
Young students will have fun learning math, science and technology skills, as they design and build aquatic LEGO robots and solving design challenges. Sensors, motors, drive configurations, and programming in Lego Mindstorm is covered.
Section: CMP C30 102, Ages 10-12
Dates: June 21-24, 2022 (Tuesday thru Friday)
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $135
Young Chefs Culinary Camp – CMPC39
Children will learn how to transform everyday meals into mouthwatering experiences. These young chefs will learn how to cook and bake while using Triton College's state-of-the art culinary kitchens. Introduce your child to the farm-to-table process, experience new recipes and discuss kitchen safety. Parents, get ready to add another chef to your kitchen for some delicious, home cooked meals. Please Note: Children will be exposed to a variety of foods including potential allergens such as nuts, eggs, and wheat in the kitchen.
Section: CMP C39 101, Ages 10-12
Dates: August 1-4, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus West
Tuition: $289
Ages 13-15
Digital Photography for Kids – CMPC57
Digital Photography for Kids will teach children how to transform the world they see into art that connects with the emotions of the audience. Through the lens of a camera explore and capture artistic details while exploring Triton's campus. Students will learn about the features of a camera, compose shots, and use image editing software to enhance their art. A USB cord, an 8GB flash drive or larger, and a digital camera are required. A DSLR camera with a lens and a compact flash is recommended, but point-and-shoot digital cameras and cell phone cameras are welcomed.
Section: CMP C57 101, Ages 13-15
Dates: July 25-28, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $99
GLAD – CMPC63
A smartphone without an app is just a phone. Young students can learn how to build their own applications to use on their own devices.
Section: CMP C63 101, Ages 13-15
Dates: July 25-28, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $199
Learn Java Coding – CMPC55
Go beyond the block-style computer programming and learn how professionals in the industry code. Introduces young students to the Java computer programming language, including variables, input/output statements, control structures, arithmetic, lists, functions, and classes, including basic concepts of algorithm development and object-oriented programming.
Section: CMP C55 101, Ages 13-15
Dates: July 18-21, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $199
Python: A Computer Coding Language – CMPC53
Explore a new language in the realm of computer science. Python is a high-level computer programming language that can create games, Android applications and web applications to name a few. Students will learn the foundation to creating a source code and statements through Python and begin to speak high-level Python computer programming.
Section: CMP C53 101
Dates: July 11-14, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $159
Ages 12 -16
(NEW) Architecture Camp – CMPC67
Course designed to introduce youth between the ages of 12 and 16 to the world of architecture and design through hands-on projects, and site visits to Architectural sites. Hand drawing and sketching, overview of famous Architecture, requirements for working in the Design and Architecture field, as well as teamwork skills are covered.
Section: CMP C67 101, Ages 12-16
Dates: June 13-16, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $199
(NEW) Carpentry Camp – CMPC68
Course designed to introduce girls and boys between the ages of 12 and 16 to the world of carpentry through hands-on projects. Demonstration of safety in the shop and proper use of hand and mechanical tools, as well as teamwork skills are covered.
Section: CMP C68 101, Ages 12-16
Dates: June 13-16, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $199
GLoW – CMPC44
An opportunity not like any other, introducing Girls Learning to Weld (GLoW). This four day program open to girls and boys, is designed to unveil the world of manufacturing to youth between the ages of 12 and 16 through hands-on welding projects. Prototyping, layout on metal, entrepreneurship skills, academic requirements for 21st century manufacturing careers, as well as teamwork skills.
Section: CMP C44 101, Ages 12-16
Dates: July 11-14, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $275
GADgET
GADgET – CMPC46
This four-day program open to girls and boys is designed to unveil the world of manufacturing to youth between the ages of 12 and 14 through hands-on building projects using mixed media materials in a Fabrication show, including lasers and 3D printer technology.
Section: CMP C46 101, Ages 12-14
Dates: July 18-21, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus East
Tuition: $275
Camps by Grade Level
(NEW) Career Exploration – CMPC64
The world is filled with fascinating careers and often times we are unaware of the unlimited opportunities! Have you ever wondered how rockets are launched, or how lives are saved, or how gourmet meals are prepared, or how robots are programmed, or how drawing are transformed into cartoons? Participants will be introduced to exciting professions that you may not even know exist! Meet experts from the field and see how products are made, and access high-tech labs to gain hands-on experience.
Section: CMP C64 101, Grades 3rd - 5th
Dates: June 27-June 30, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus West
Tuition: $199
(NEW) College for Kids – CMPC65
It's never too early to think about college. College for Kids offers young students the opportunity to experience what it's like to attend real college classes - with a fun twist. Campers will be required to choose one major and one minor area of study, which they will focus on during the weeklong camp. Led by expert professionals in the field, campers will gain instruction and hands-on experience while working alongside peers who share a similar interest and passion for a specific academic subject. Campers will spend the week creating innovative projects that will be highlighted at the Campers Showcase held at the end of the week, which families are welcome to attend.
Section: CMP C65 101, Grades 6th - 9th
Dates: June 27-June 30, 2022 (Monday thru Thursday)
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus West
Tuition: $199
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Rocket Camp – CMPC70
Ready, set, blast off! Do you have a junior astronaut who loves the outer space? Join us for a week of building and launching model rockets at the Cernan Earth and Space Center. Students will learn and explore Newton's Laws of Motion, rocket science, and safe model rocket launch procedures in this program. After Launch Day, each student will be able to bring home their rockets.
Section: CMP C70 101, Grades 6th - 8th
Dates: July 5-8, 2022 (Tuesday thru Friday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Location: Triton College, Main Campus West
Tuition: $275
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Youth Summer Camp - 2019