Middlesex Community College Provides Kids & Teens A Safe, Fun & Interactive Place To Learn

Watertown MA

13 June, 2022

10:57 PM

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Press release from the Middlesex Community College: June 13, 2022 With Middlesex Community College's College for Kids and Teens programming, students can get an early start on exploring possible academic and career options. This summer, Middlesex will feature a variety of courses for kids and teens ages 8 to 17 to stay productive, have fun and jumpstart their futures. "MCC's College for Kids and Teens has been an inclusive, diverse, fun and safe space for our son," said Melissa McCarthy, of Concord. "The program has provided a robust program that allows him his moment in the spotlight, builds confidence, and creates connections we know will last a lifetime!" MCC's College for Teens program has added a Medical Laboratory Technician Career Exploration course for the summer. Students can learn more about the college's Medical Laboratory Technology associate degree program, clinical and laboratory experiences, and all of the career directions the industry offers. MCC's program runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, June 28 to June 30. In MCC's College for Kids courses, students have the opportunity to try out courses centered on creativity, sports and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). For those interested in art, Middlesex will offer Cartooning, Painting on the Surreal Side, Creative Drawing, Film Production & Editing, and Fashion Design. Sports-related offerings include Sports and Recreation and Fun with Games, while students interested in STEM can sign up for Coding for Kids, Minecraft, Graphic Design for Beginners, All About Science, and Case Studies in Veterinary Medicine. "My twin daughters have been participating in College for Kids for the past few years, including Cake Decorating, Creative Drawing, Cartooning, Web Design, Engineering and Fashion Design," said Kimberly Tambo, of Chelmsford. "We really do enjoy the camps. They improve each year, learn new things, and love to apply their learning throughout the year. It's great to have a fun and safe space for them to be creative and gain lifelong skills." College for Kids courses will run in-person from July 11 to August 18. There are both half and full day programs offered, starting at 9 a.m. and going until 4 p.m. This press release was produced by the Middlesex Community College. The views expressed here are the author's own.