Summer Camps

What to Expect

High school students will have a full day experience to gain real-world exposure, access to resources, and mentorships to career paths in the gaming and tech industries.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and have conversations with industry experts. Students will be able to play and code inside of one of the top gaming platforms.

Transportation and lunch are provided by New College Institute.

Safety Details

1.       Prior to finalizing registration, a signed permission form will be emailed to the registration email for parents/guardians to give permission to attend the event and need to be provided to the event team. A follow-up email will be sent with day-of logistics and other safety information prior to the event.

2.       Medical information for allergies/medication/medical issues will be provided to the event team.

3.       A chaperone contact list of phone numbers will be provided to parents/guardians prior to the event.

Event Schedule

• 7:00 AM | Students arrive at designated transportation location
• 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Students depart from the greater Martinsville, VA
• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Welcome
• 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Panel with Industry Professionals & Tech Educators
• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Lunch
• 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | The Real Metaverse Interactive Session
• 1:30 PM – 1:45 PM | Break
• 1:45 PM – 3:00 PM | Game Development Activity
• 3:00 PM | Departure

Questions?

• If you have questions about this field trip, are interested in volunteering, speaking/mentoring at the event, or want to get involved, please email Dr. Sharon Jones.
• Click HERE for more information and to register.