Youth Enrichment

3D Printing: Halloween Project

Explore the exciting technology of 3D printing and 3D design. Students will create a Halloween- themed item in this fun and creative workshop. Instructor: Richard Morton

Saturdays, Oct. 18 and 25
12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
YEEL-0002-002, $49
On campus in Glen Ellyn

ASL for Kids

This engaging introductory course is designed for young learners who are eager to acquire beginning American Sign Language (ASL) skills. Students will participate in fun games and activities designed make learning ASL enjoyable and memorable, build communication skills and explore Deaf culture in this interactive class. Instructor: Maggie Lawson

Tuesdays, Sept. 30 to Nov. 25 (no class Oct. 14)
4:15 to 5:45 p.m.
YEEL-0001-009, $129
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Code Explorers: Scratch Adventures

Dive into the world of coding with Scratch! Designed for younger learners, this hands-on class teaches kids how to build interactive stories, games and animations using Scratch’s intuitive drag-and-drop interface. No prior coding experience is needed, just a creative spirit and a desire to learn. Instructor: Ingrid Timm

Saturdays, Nov. 8 to 22
9 to 10:30 a.m.
YEEL-0005-003, $59
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Creative Writing

Discover the joy of writing, intrigue of language and confidence of authorship. Students learn to write stories and personal narratives, along with other creative forms.

Saturdays, Oct. 4 to 25
8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
YEEL-0001-012, $99
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Drawing With Colored Pencils and Pastels

Gain an introduction to drawing using colored pencils or pastel chalk. Experiment with light and dark color combinations to create depth, highlights and contrast to bring your images to life! Practice drawing objects, animals and backgrounds, then put everything together to make a composition piece. Instructor: Timothy Campbell

Saturdays, Oct. 4 to 25
12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
YEEL-0002-052, $119
On campus in Glen Ellyn

LEGO® Robotics Workshop

Join College of DuPage Engineering Club members to design and build a LEGO® robot and learn to program your creation to move and complete tasks. This unique opportunity gets students working alongside COD Engineering Club members to help build, troubleshoot and program their robots.

Saturday, Nov. 22
9 a.m. to noon
YEEL-0005-001, $49
On campus in Glen Ellyn

LEGO® SPIKE™ Robotics

Design and build with LEGO® SPIKE™ robotics. Students will enjoy working with the newest LEGO® technology as they build and program robots that can complete simple tasks. Instructor: Jay Sternickle

Saturdays, Sept. 27 to Oct. 11
12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
YEEL-0005-002, $99
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Stars, Planets and Galaxies

Explore classical and dwarf planets, galaxies, stars and dark matter. Learn how black holes work, what causes a supernova and discover other celestial objects in space. Instructor: Richard Morton

Saturdays, Nov. 1 to Dec. 6 (no class Nov. 29)
12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
YEEL-0001-002, $75
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Stop-Motion Video

Create your own stop-motion film using LEGO® figures, dolls, clay or drawings. Students will create a concept and storyboard, photograph their props and use iMovie to assemble the images to show motion. Please bring props on the first day of class. Instructor: Jay Sternickle

Saturdays, Nov. 1 to 15
12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
YEEL-0002-021, $99
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Story Writing

Improve writing skills as you develop techniques to author an original story. Start by learning the components of a well-written piece, then apply the process to create your own story, complete with illustrations.

Saturdays, Nov. 1 to 22
8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
YEEL-0002-030, $99
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Code Explorers: Scratch Studio

Take your first steps into computer programming
with Scratch! In this beginner-friendly course, students will learn to think like coders as they create animations, games and interactive projects using an easy-to-use, visual programming language. Great for curious minds who want to explore the world of tech and design. Instructor: Ingrid Timm

Saturdays, Nov. 8 to 22
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
YEMS-0005-001, $59
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Creative Writing

Discover the joy of writing, the intrigue of language and the confidence of authorship. Students learn to write stories and personal narratives, along with other creative forms.

Saturdays, Oct. 4 to 25
10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
YEMS-0001-012, $99
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Digital Painting

Learn the basics of digital brushes, layer styles and more to create amazing images. Students use either Photoshop or pixlr.com during class and are introduced to a digital drawing pad. Instructor: Richard Morton

Saturdays, Sept. 13 to Oct. 11 (no class Sept. 20)
12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
YEMS-0001-105, $99
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Dungeons and Dragons

Embark on a quest for adventure and monster destruction. Use your imagination, create your own character, work as a team and develop group problem-solving skills as you attempt to complete a quest led by the Dungeon Master, Mr. Morty.

Saturdays, Sept. 27 to Oct. 25
3 to 5:30 p.m.
YEMS-0001-006, $99
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Saturdays, Nov. 1 to Dec. 6 (no class Nov. 29)
3 to 5:30 p.m.
YEMS-0001-016, $99
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Story Writing

Improve writing skills as you develop techniques to author an original story. Start by learning the components of a well-written piece, then apply the process to create your own story, complete with illustrations.

Saturdays, Nov. 1 to 22
10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
YEMS-0001-030, $99
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Ukulele for Kids

Get ready to jam! In this fun and interactive class, kids learn to play the ukulele through simple songs, games and easy-to-follow instruction. No music background needed—just bring your enthusiasm! A ukulele, tuner and book are included in the course fee. Instructor: Amanda Perez

Saturdays, Oct. 4 to 18
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
YEMS-0002-001, $179
On campus in Glen Ellyn

Lunch Supervision

If your child is attending a morning and an afternoon class, you must enroll them in Supervision in order for them to remain on campus between classes. Please see the course code for “supervision” listed each week. The fee listed for each week covers lunch supervision and before and after supervision for each day the enrolled camp meets that week.

Before and After Supervision

Before Supervision begins at 7 a.m. at the Glen Ellyn campus (7:30 a.m. at the Naperville Center) and
ends when morning programs begin. After Supervision begins when camps or afternoon courses conclude. All students must be signed out by 5:30 p.m.

Students not enrolled in Supervision may be dropped off up to 10 minutes before the start of class and must be picked up within 10 minutes of the end of class.