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Apr. 29th - Dec. 31st

Learn From the Best Anywhere, Anytime - Full Scholarships Available

Key Features of Self-Paced Learning With Digital Media Academy:

Learn anywhere, any time
Progress at your own pace
No pre-requisites
No special software or hardware required
Access the same courses presented by Digital Media Academy at prestigious universities around the world
Courses are aligned with global standards
Receive a Digital Media Academy certificate upon completion
What's better than attending an innovative digital media or technology course at a prestigious university campus like Stanford University? Doing so in your own home, at your own pace.

Whether you live in a time zone that makes attending a live Digital Media Academy course difficult, or you want the freedom to move more quickly or slowly through the material, Digital Media Academy's self-paced digital media and technology courses might be just what you're looking for.

Developed by industry and curriculum experts, and tested and proven by over 500,000 students throughout the past 20 years, these courses allow young learners to explore their passions and develop 21st century skills.

Although these courses have traditionally been delivered live and in-person on North America's most prestigious university campuses, the self-paced format allows students aged 5 to 18 the world over to experience Digital Media Academy's unique educational offerings.

Not only that, but after the great success of the spring break virtual camp scholarship program, Digital Media Academy is offering Ten Thousand FULL scholarships for talented students who would benefit from a self-paced learning experience.

Why Self-Paced Learning?

Studies have shown that when students are given the ability to decide for themselves how much time to spend learning new material, they perform better because they are able to focus their efforts on concepts they find personally challenging.

Digital Media Academy recognizes the advantage of a self-paced format not only for student performance, but for accessibility as well. Knowing that not every student lives close to a campus where courses are offered, or even in a convenient time zone to attend a virtual course, Digital Media Academy wanted to offer the same high quality of digital media and technology education that has been delivered live for the past 20 years in a format that would ensure as many young learners as possible would have access to it.

The self-paced format allows learners of all backgrounds to enrich their learning, explore potential career paths, ignite their passion and build a foundation of knowledge and skills that are not only exciting but in-demand.

What to Expect from a Self-Paced Tech Course at Digital Media Academy

With over self-paced 30 courses available across 6 categories, there is sure to be something that piques the interest of the young learner in your life. Courses are available for ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-18, in the following categories:

Digital Storytelling
Game Development
Creative Design
Computer Science + AI
Robotics + Engineering
Business + Entrepreneurship
Each course has 5 or 6 modules, and requires an average of 12-15 hours to complete. While participants are given three months to work through the course at their own pace, a particularly motivated learner could complete a course in a matter of days. It all depends on the learner's schedule, preferences and needs.

No special equipment is required, and if a participant has questions, they can ask a virtual teacher. Learning and progress will be assessed through automated quizzes and assignments.

Upon completion of a course, learners will receive certificates demonstrating their achievement, which include the seal of alignment with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE).

Who Should Consider a Self-Paced Course?

Digital Media Academy's courses enhance students' academic opportunities by offering research-based, 21st century learning in areas like game design, coding, animation, and other subjects that aren't always comprehensively covered in school.

Our self-paced courses are designed for young learners aged 5 to 18 with an aptitude for digital media or tech subjects who would benefit from gaining a foundation of understanding in that subject.

Course options include:

Ages 9-12:

Encryption, Cyphers and Digital Detectives
Design Challenges
Fun With Robots
And more
Ages 13-18:

App Designer Studio
Introduction to 3D Modeling in Tinkercard
Show and Tell: Script and Storyboard
And more
Do you know a self-motivated young learner whose interest might be sparked by an engaging digital media or technology foundation course offered by a certified, trusted and proven education institution?

Don't miss this opportunity to inspire them!

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May. 31st

Join Sharon, an experienced surrogate, on May 31st to talk all things surrogacy. Intended Parents, Surrogates and anyone interested in the surrogacy process, we look forward to speaking with you! 10:30am PST. Meeting link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83554400620?

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Jun. 6th

Join Catherine, an experienced attorney, on June 6th to talk all things surrogacy. Intended Parents, Surrogates & anyone interested in the surrogacy process, we look forward to speaking with you at 1pm EST!
Meeting link: https://zoom.us/j/98555206307

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Jun. 13th - 16th

Camp Director Eric Kasperowicz and the football staff gladly welcomes youth ages 5-14 to our annual Eric Kasperowicz Football Camp ("ekfootballcamp") to be held this summer. Eric Kasperowicz and the ekfootballcamp coaching staff will showcase your talents with intense, non-contact skill work. This camp is designed to benefit players of all skill levels. We teach fundamentals in a safe environment where everyone touches the football.

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Jun. 13th - 16th

Camp Director Eric Kasperowicz and the football staff gladly welcomes youth ages 5-14 to the 27th annual Eric Kasperowicz Youth Football Camp ("ekfootballcamp") to be held June 13-16, 2022 at Richland Park. . Eric Kasperowicz and the ekfootballcamp coaching staff will showcase your talents with intense, non-contact skill work. This camp is designed to benefit players of all skill levels. We teach fundamentals in a safe environment where everyone touches the football.

Camp Details
Skills camp for all participants
We teach fundamentals of all offensive and defensive positions
All campers participate and touch the football in a safe, non-contact environment
NFL Combine testing
NFL Punt, Pass, Kick contest
Plus, camper favorite, Razzle-Dazzle Football where everyone gets a chance to touch the football

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Jun. 13th - 16th

Camp Director Eric Kasperowicz and the football staff gladly welcomes youth ages 5-14 to the 27th annual Eric Kasperowicz Youth Football Camp ("ekfootballcamp") to be held June 13-16, 2022 at Richland Park.
Eric Kasperowicz and the ekfootballcamp coaching staff will showcase your talents with intense, non-contact skill work. This camp is designed to benefit players of all skill levels. We teach fundamentals in a safe environment where everyone touches the football.

Camp Details
Skills camp for all participants
We teach fundamentals of all offensive and defensive positions
All campers participate and touch the football in a safe, non-contact environment
NFL Combine testing
NFL Punt, Pass, Kick contest
Plus, camper favorite, Razzle-Dazzle Football where everyone gets a chance to touch the football

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Jun. 14th - 22nd

I Want to be an Ambassador! is a seven-day summer camp designed to help teens master the skills of a successful Ambassador... especially the vital art of diplomacy. The I Want to be an Ambassador! camp is unlike any other program in the region due to its innovative and progressive curriculum that offers invaluable lessons for all teens to apply what they learn immediately in their daily lives.
Target Audience: Rising 8th - 12th graders
Location: Winchester Thurston School , 555 Morewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 and various locations in Washington DC
Tuition: $895.00 ($875.00, if application is submitted or postmarked before May 1) Tuition is not refundable.

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Jun. 14th

Join Sharon, an experienced surrogate, on June 14th to talk all things surrogacy. Intended Parents, Surrogates and anyone interested in the surrogacy process, we look forward to speaking with you! 10:30am PST.
Meeting link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83554400620?

https://www.brightfuturesfamilies.com/events

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Jun. 27th - 30th

With more outlets for publishing creative works than ever before, Teen Writer is the perfect place to learn how to take your writing from just fine to fabulous. Based on tips and techniques professional writers use - and taught by published author and Emmy-award winning television producer Gina Catanzarite - Teen Writer is an exhilarating 4-day camp that stimulates creativity and refines critical thinking to make fiction come alive for the reader.
Target Audience: Rising 8th - 12th graders
Location: Winchester Thurston School , 555 Morewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Tuition: $395.00 ($375.00, if application is submitted or postmarked before May 1) Tuition is not refundable.

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Jul. 5th - 8th

Camp Speak and Tell helps teens develop the thinking and speaking skills, as well as the relaxation tools, to take control of their time in front of an audience. Through master classes with professional broadcasters, performers, and communications trainers, the campers will learn the specific skills needed to command an audience. We guide the campers through exercises that will help them conquer stage jitters, focus their message, develop a public "voice" and exude confidence in front of an audience. We know teenagers have a lot of important things to say. We're going to help them say it with strength, verve and personality!
The four-day camp culminates with a ceremony during which our teens deliver their speeches before an audience of family and friends.
Target Audience: Rising 8th - 12th graders
Location: Winchester Thurston School , 555 Morewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Tuition: $350.00 ($325.00, if application is submitted or postmarked before May 1) Tuition is not refundable.

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