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SUMMER 2018 | AGES 7–18 The industry leader in STEM education In 1999, “tech camps” didn’t exist. Our family saw the void in mainstream education and crafted a summer experience for kids and teens that was unlike anything else. The first iD Tech office in 1999 Today, as the nation’s leading tech educator, parents rely on us to prepare students for over 2.4 million open STEM jobs. To push for 50/50 gender parity in tech. To help bridge the digital divide with life-changing scholarships. Simply put, we’re more than just a camp—we’re a purpose-driven company on a mission to embolden students to shape the future. Whether you come for one week to explore and have fun or return for multiple sessions and become the next tech rock star at Google, your pathway starts here. Pete Ingram-Cauchi, CEO Alexa Ingram-Cauchi Kathryn Ingram Co-Founder Co-Founder 1 Only at iD Tech 350,000 150 prestigious alumni university locations < > World-class, tech- 5-10 students per savvy staff instructor, guaranteed Founded in Industry-standard Silicon Valley hardware & software 9 out of 10 alumni 97% of iD Tech alumni pursue STEM careers attend a 4-year college 2 50 courses for all skill levels We teach the in-demand skills you just can’t get in school. Game Design Roblox Entrepreneur: LUA Coding and Game Creation Fortnite Camp and Unreal Artificial Intelligence Engine Level Design and Machine Learning WorldBuilder: Minecraft Game Design Build, Invent, and Code Your Take-Home Laptop Level Design and VR with Unreal and HTC Vive Code Café: Development with Java Mobile Games for iPhone and Android Java Coding: Build Mods with Minecraft Cybersecurity and Encryption C++ Programming and Unreal Game Development Coding 3 Robotics Autonomous and Self- Driving Robotics Lab Code-a-Bot: AI and Robotics with Your Own Cozmo RoboCoder: LEGO Robotics and Visual Programming 3D Printing and Modeling Engineer Shop: Build and with Take-Home Printer Code Wearable Tech Film Studio: Video Production CreationLab: Inventing and for Social Movements Coding with littleBits Video Production and Special Effects for YouTube Photo Booth: Pro Photography for Instagram 3D Studio: Modeling and Animation 3D Modeling and Game Art with Autodesk Maya Design 4 150Get inspired CAMPUSES at a prestigious university This summer, set your child on their long- term skill development pathway with a taste of collegiate life. The top universities on the planet—Stanford, MIT, Caltech— have trusted and hosted us for 19 years. 5 COLORADO MARYLAND US Colorado State University Johns Hopkins - Rockville Mile High Academy Towson University CU Boulder University of Maryland Locations University of Denver MASSACHUSETTS CONNECTICUT Amherst College Fairfield University Bentley University ARIZONA SCSU Eastern Nazarene College Arizona State University Trinity College Endicott College Wesleyan University Harvard University Lasell College CALIFORNIA - NORTHERN DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MIT Carondelet High School Olin College of Engineering Don Callejon Elementary School American University Simmons College Las Positas College Georgetown University St. Mark’s School Palo Alto High School Howard University UMass Lowell Sacramento State San Domenico School FLORIDA MICHIGAN San Francisco State University San Jose State University Florida Atlantic University University of Michigan Santa Clara University Rollins College University of Miami Sonoma Country Day School MINNESOTA St. Mary’s College of California University of North Florida Stanford University University of South Florida Macalester College UC Berkeley West Valley College GEORGIA MISSOURI Emory University CALIFORNIA - SOUTHERN University of Missouri - KC Georgia Tech Wash U in St. Louis Biola University Cal Lutheran University ILLINOIS NEVADA Cal Poly Pomona Benedictine University Caltech Alexander Dawson School GEMS World Academy CSU, Long Beach UNLV Lake Forest College CSU, San Marcos Loyola University Loyola Marymount University Northwestern University NEW HAMPSHIRE Marymount California University Mayfield Junior School SNHU Saddleback College INDIANA UC Irvine Butler University NEW JERSEY UC San Diego Purdue University UC Santa Barbara Fairleigh Dickinson - Madison UCLA Kean University University of San Diego KENTUCKY Kent Place School Monmouth University University of Louisville - Shelby Campus Montclair State University Princeton 6 NEW JERSEY (CONT.) PENNSYLVANIA (CONT.) WISCONSIN Ramapo College Carnegie Mellon University Carroll University Rowan College - Mount Laurel Lehigh University Marquette University Seton Hall University University of Pennsylvania University of Wisconsin - Madison The Hun School of Princeton Villanova University West Chester University NEW YORK TENNESSEE Adelphi University Columbia University University of Memphis Manhattanville College Vanderbilt University Marymount Manhattan College NYIT - Manhattan TEXAS NYIT - Old Westbury NYU - 10th Street Rice University NYU - Washington Square SMU Queens College St. Edward’s University Sarah Lawrence College Texas Christian University Stony Brook University The University of Texas at Austin SUNY New Paltz The University of Texas at Dallas The Village School - Houston NORTH CAROLINA Trinity University Global University of Houston Davidson College Westlake Academy NC State Locations Queens University of Charlotte VERMONT UNC-Chapel Hill University of Vermont HONG KONG OHIO VIRGINIA The University of Hong Kong Case Western Reserve The Chinese University of Hong Kong Ohio State University College of William and Mary Xavier University University of Richmond University of Virginia SINGAPORE OREGON Virginia Tech - Falls Church National University of Singapore Lewis & Clark College WASHINGTON UNITED KINGDOM PENNSYLVANIA Bellevue College Eton School Imperial College London Arcadia University University of Puget Sound Bryn Mawr College UW - Bothell UW – Seattle Please note: The use of location names is solely for the purpose of identifying locations at which iD Tech is delivering the programs. iD Tech programs are not university sponsored and are not affiliated with the locations mentioned herein. The locations mentioned are not involved in or responsible for the quality, suitability, delivery, or other aspects of iD Tech programs in any way. Per Massachusetts state law, “This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local Board of Health. Parents may request copies of background checks, health care and discipline policies, as well as procedures for filing grievances.” (105 CMR 430.00, 430.190 C, D.) Per New York state law, “This camp must comply with regulations of the New York State Department of Health (State Sanitary Code Subpart 7-2) and be licensed by the local Board of Health and inspected twice yearly. The inspection reports are filed at the local Department of Health offices in each county. 7 8 Experience personalized instruction while learning Python in the course Build, Invent, and Code Your Take-Home Laptop. The instructors are outgoing and charismatic, the courses are comprehensive and thorough, and every day brings new challenges and fun. - Adam Y., Princeton University 9 The ultimate summer STEM camp Code a mobile app. Create worlds with Roblox. Produce a viral YouTube video. Dive into the world of artificial intelligence. Our flagship program blends world-class instruction with fun camp activities. In each session, you’ll explore an inspiring campus, make new friends, and build Have a blast building maps and crafting packs in WorldBuilder: Minecraft Game Design. skills that last long after summer. Why iD Tech Camps? 30 innovative courses using cutting-edge technology Perfect for students of all interests and skill levels Instruction balanced with fun, off-computer activities A taste of independence and a glimpse into collegiate life Co-ed Weeklong sessions 130 locations Ages 7–17 Day or overnight Starts at $799 Get hands-on with the VEX Robotics Design System in Robotics Engineering and Coding Lab with VEX. 10 Unleash the magic of game design from the comfort of a moon chair in Game Station: Code Games with Java. Alexa Café has changed me forever. I am a stronger, braver, and more confident person than when I walked through that door. - Annaka S., Simmons College 11 Alexa Café inspired by iD Tech Empowering girls in tech Inspired by iD Tech co-founder Alexa Ingram-Cauchi, our all-girls experience blends tech, entrepreneurship, and social activism in a fresh, café-like setting. Big ideas come to life amidst moon chairs and stylish decor. Whether you want to code an app for charity, 3D model and print prototypes, or The fun of crafting meets the challenge of engineering in engineer wearable electronics, you’ll collaborate with new Engineer Shop: Build and Code Wearable Tech. friends and create a project you’re passionate about. Why Alexa Cafe?` Inclusive, empowering environment A focus on purpose and social causes Fosters entrepreneurial spirit Mentorship from dedicated, inspiring instructors All-girls program Weeklong sessions 20 locations Ages 10–15 Day or overnight Starts at $949 Build your portfolio while making new friends in Photo Booth: Pro Photography for Instagram. 12 For those that are serious about robotics, build and code the NVIDIA Jetson TX1 in Autonomous and Self-Driving Robotics Lab. Since leaving iD Tech, I’ve published nine apps on the App Store with over 70,000 downloads. - Andrew R., MIT 13 Intensive coding courses for teens Perfect for teens with a passion for coding and engineering. 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