Hopkins Community Education

We will learn about the solar system, explore planets, stars, space and more. We will even make a visit the Eisenhower Observatory!

Are you ready for some serious cuteness? You are going to love to create these kawaii- styled projects that are so cute that they will make everyone go "Aww!" We will be using clay, paint, and Model Magic as we make these adorable masterpieces that emphasize the true quality of cuteness. We will make a teeny tiny succulent garden, we will draw and paint a happy avocado and we'll even make a teddy bear macaroon that is just cute as can be! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.

Do you have what it takes to survive in the Wild? In this cool camp you and your team will get challenged to create cool gadgets to “survive” in the Wild! From engineering a cool periscope, harness the power of the sun to cook (marshmallows! - yummy), engineer a device for drinkable water, engineer a shelter, and so much more, you'll return transformed from this cool adventure!

This all day camp is designed for the serious basketball player who wants to make a school or travel team, move up a level on a travel team, or firm up their spot on an existing team. This camp is designed to prepare you for tryouts by giving you the skills and confidence to perform at your highest level. Each day a peak performance topic will be emphasized to give campers the insights they need to stay healthy, focused, and confident. Campers will also be given tips on how to deal with the mental side of competitive basketball. Scrimmages will be used daily so that participants can utilize the skills they’ve learned. These camps will be conducted by the professional training staff of the Legacy Hoops Basketball Academy. Player to trainer ratio will be 9:1 or less.

This FREE comprehensive course is designed to instruct participants in the skills and knowledge needed to become a lifeguard, Following completion of the course youth will be be available to be paid interns for Hopkins Community Ed. While attending the course candidates will learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond quickly to aquatic emergencies. The course also instructs participants in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and First Aid. Participants will receive certifications in the above - certifications will be presented upon completion of attending all class sessions, passing all written exams, water skills and test. Prerequisites: -Participant must be 15 years of age or older. • Ability to pass pretest. Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Tread water for 2 minutes using only legs. Complete a timed event within 1 minute 40 seconds: starting in the water, swim 20 yards, surface dive, feet first or head first to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object, return to surface and swim 20 yards on back with both hands holding object, exit the water without using a ladder or steps. Certifications received upon completion of course objectives and passing score of 80 percent correct on course final written exams. Lifeguard, CPR-PR with AED and First Aid are valid for 2 years. Will need to renew certifications every two years. * Blended Learning Class: a link will be emailed one week prior to class beginning with online class curriculum, email address required.

It's adventure time in Minecraft and time to learn to Mod Minecraft! Using Minecraft EDU, in this camp you will learn the ins and outs of creating a custom adventure map, programming teleporters and using WordEdit to instantly create massive structures. You will also explore awesome mods such as industrial craft and Parzi's SW Mod to create automated factories, working vehicles and a jet pack! Learn to use custom tools to create your own unique skins. An immersive camp for both beginner and advanced Minecraft fans.