Hofstra Continuing Education announces Spring Break programs for grades 7-12

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Hofstra University Continuing Education program has announced its offering of Spring Break Programs for kids in grades 7 to 12, to be held April 13-17, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the Hofstra campus in Hempstead, NY.

Hofstra University’s Continuing Education program has announced its offering of Spring Break programs for kids in grades seven to 12, to be held April 13-17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the Hofstra campus in Hempstead.

Hofstra’s full-day programs allow kids to have fun while gaining new knowledge and skills – all on its 240-acre campus with state-of-the-art classrooms, labs and computer centers. Classes will explore a mix of science, technology and writing in a supportive environment that promotes creativity, critical thinking, problem solving and fun.

Programs will include:

– GirlTech Leaders: Young women will be given the chance to collaborate with technology mentors and new friends as they immerse themselves in Hofstra’s most cutting-edge courses and tools. This new generation of leaders will be the first to experience the new Glowforce Laser Cutter technology and will gain knowledge in 3D Printing, Animation and more. At the end of the week, students will get to take home their finished products. This course is available for young women grades four-to-nine.

– Fiction Writing for Teens: This workshop will encourage students to connect with fellow young writers while gaining confidence in their writing and storytelling abilities. They will learn to strengthen writing skills such as structure, characterization and dramatic tension and will be given the opportunity to enhance their creative writing techniques and gain inspiration from others.

– 3D Printing & Game Design: Students will learn to design, code and bring to life their own original, real working video games complete with unique animated characters and background graphics, music and sound effects. At the end of this week-long crash course, young designers will be able to bring home their creation to share and play with family and friends. Students in grades four-to-nine are welcome.

– Esports Gaming & Streaming: In this brand-new experience, gaming enthusiasts will meet with skilled Esports competitors who will share their knowledge and experience in the industry. Students will have access to hit titles such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Fortnite and more and a variety of gaming equipment. They will learn the fundamentals of video production as they record and edit their own gameplay videos, stream tournaments and participate in student-run commenting on each game. This Spring Break Edition course is available to gamers grades seven to 12.

For more information or to register, go to https://www.hofstra.edu/academics/ce/springbreak/ce_spring_break_classes_long_island_courses.html.

Submitted by Hofstra University 

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