This workshop introduces students to the world of video production. Guided by a qualified video professional, participants will learn pre-production techniques, scriptwriting, and production essentials such as composition, shot selection, acting for the camera, and post-production concepts like editing and special effects.
Students will have the opportunity to collaborate and craft a short film, which parents will be able to view at the end of the program.
| Dates | Location | Time | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 1 – June 5 | Liberty Recreation Center, Plano | 1:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| June 8th – June 12th | Stephen G Terrell, Allen | 1:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| June 15th – June 19th | Tom Muehlenbeck Rec Center, Plano | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| June 15th – June 19th | Huffhines Recreation Center, Richardson | 1:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| June 22 – June 26th | The CORE, Coppell | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| June 29th – July 3rd | Joe Farmer Recreation Center, Allen | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| July 27th – July 31st | Huffhines Recreation Center, Richardson | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| Aug 3rd – Aug 7th | Liberty Recreation Center, Plano | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
This workshop introduces students to the world of claymation and stop-motion animation. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, shaping their own clay characters, crafting a script, developing a storyboard, and ultimately producing an animated short film featuring their creations. This camp blends creativity with an introduction to the animation process. All necessary clay materials will be provided.
| Dates | Location | Time | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 1 – June 5 | Huffhines Recreation Center, Richardson | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| June 15th – June 19th | Joe Farmer Recreation Center, Allen | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| July 6th – July 10th | Liberty Recreation Center, Plano | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| July 20th – July 24th | Stephen G Terrell, Allen | 9:15 am – 12 p.m | Register Now |
| July 20th – July 24th | Tom Muehlenbeck Rec Center | 1:15 – 4 p.m. | Register Now |
| July 27th – July 31st | Joe Farmer Recreation Center, Allen | 1:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| Aug 3rd – Aug 7th | Michael J Felix Center, Sachse | 1:15 p.m – 4:00 p.m | Register Now |
Students will learn the fundamentals of digital photography, covering composition techniques, lighting principles, and lens usage. They will explore abstract photography, master portrait techniques, experiment with special effects, and capture still-life images. This hands-on experience includes engaging activities such as photography and lighting challenges, along with photo critiques. The program culminates in a contest where students present their best photo, and the class votes for the winner. A DSLR camera (or equivalent) is required to attend—smartphones are not allowed.
| Dates | Location | Time | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 26th – May 29th (May 26th off Memorial Day) | Liberty Recreation Center, Plano | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| May 26th – May 29th (May 25th off Memorial Day) | Joe Farmer Recreation Center, Allen | 1:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| June 8th – June 12th | The CORE, Coppell | 9:15 a.m – 12:00 p.m | Register Now |
| June 29th – July 3rd | Huffhines Recreation Center, Richardson | 1:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| Aug 3rd – Aug 7th | Tom Muehlenbeck Rec Center | 9:15 am – 12:00 pm | Register Now |
This workshop immerses students in the world of video journalism as they create their own news bulletin. Guided by a professional instructor, participants will develop segments including a studio anchor, breaking news reports, investigative journalism, entertainment updates, and a weather forecast. They’ll refine storytelling, interviewing, and performance skills. At the end of the camp, the instructor will compile all the segments, allowing participants to see their complete news bulletin.
| Dates | Location | Time | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 22 – June 26th | The CORE, Coppell | 1:15 p.m – 4 p.m | Register Now |
| July 6th – July 10th | Huffhines Recreation Center, Richardson | 1:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| July 13th – July 17th | Liberty Recreation Center, Plano | 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Register Now |
| July 13th – July 17th | Joe Farmer Recreation Center, Allen | 1:15 p.m – 4 p.m | Register Now |
| July 20th – July 24th | Tom Muehlenbeck Rec Center | 9:15 am – 12:00 pm | Register Now |
RARE Learning is a hi-touch learning program that is delivered as an Early Learners’ Day Out Pre-K program and a summer academic enrichment program.