about Cybercamps Academy

1. Where do you host Cybercamps Academy?

   Cybercamps Academy are hosted at prestigious universities, colleges, and other locations across the United States. This provides youth with a unique chance to get on-campus experience at a pre-college age. Some Cybercamps Academy programs are also offered privately to organizations that contract with us to bring the program to their specific communities.

2. How long has Cybercamps Academy been around?

   We hosted our first Cybercamps at the University of Washington in 1997. Building from a decade of offering the nation's most innovative teen computer camp, Cybercamps Academy has expanded each year to accommodate the growing demand for technology education in the U.S. and internationally.

3. What are the ages of youth attending Cybercamps Academy?

   Youth participants range in age from 10 to 17 years old.

4. Is Cybercamps Academy ADA Compliant?

   Cybercamps Academy programs are ADA compliant, however, we do require some lead time to secure assistance or verify appropriate accommodations. Please indicate your need at the time of registration and allow at least four weeks before attending Cybercamps Academy so that we can coordinate with our university hosts.

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safety

1. Will my child be well supervised?

   Absolutely! Participants are supervised at all times by our carefully selected and screened staff, starting at the drop-off point in the morning, right through to the pick-up in the evening. We use the "buddy system" to ensure that even participants who have to step out of the classroom for a bathroom break are not left alone. All Cybercamps Academy programs are wholly self-contained in a specific area of campus that has been carefully selected for safety, educational, and academic atmosphere. Your child's safety is our top priority.

2. What safety precautions are taken for overnight participants?

   The dorm buildings we use are self-contained and locked at all times, restricting access from outside. We make sure the appropriate number of staff spend the night to maintain the high staff-to-student ratio consistent with levels during the day. Experienced and trained staff are on duty 24 hours a day, offering guidance, assistance and supervision. If, for any reason, a participant needs to run an errand away from the group, a Cybercamps Academy staff member always accompanies him or her. Participants are not allowed to "roam" the campus on their own at any time of the day or night.

3. How do you choose the Cybercamps Academy staff?

   Our staff is the best! In addition to going through our strict screening and interviewing process, each staff member is required to pass a detailed background and reference check. We're proud to mention that many of our staff return year after year! And no computer camp around can match our low staff-to-student ration of 5:1.

4. What if my child has a medical emergency?

   When it comes to medical care, we've got it covered! Each member of our staff is First Aid and CPR certified. In addition, one of the great benefits of staying on a university campus is the close proximity to some of the world's best medical centers. If an incident occurs, we treat minor injuries on site. Whenever necessary, participants are taken promptly to the campus medical facility. Parents are notified immediately of any injury, illness (including homesickness), or other such circumstance.

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class time

1. Will my child have to share a computer with other participants?

   No! Unlike some computer camps, one of the many advantages of Cybercamps Academy is that each participant uses their own dedicated computer throughout their entire stay.

2. How are the courses taught? What if my child wants to move along more quickly than the other kids?

   Building from a decade of offering the nation's most innovative computer camp, Cybercamps Academy was developed to make sure that every child can move through the course material at his or her own pace. Each course is delivered through an interactive tutorial program, which allows participants to proceed at a rate that is comfortable for them, without feeling pressured to either keep up or be held back by other learners. Our instructors are at-the-ready to work with participants one-on-one and help them at any time.

3. What will my child have to show for his or her work?

   Each participant works on one or more projects and then takes the finished product home on CD to show or even continue to develop.

4. Can I visit Cybercamps Academy to see what my child is doing?

   This is a common request, so we've made it a weekly event. Parents and family members are invited to join us on Friday afternoons for an open house and to attend our weekly awards ceremony! You'll have an opportunity to see what all participants created during their stays and help celebrate their accomplishments.

5. What kind of computers do you use?

   We use state-of-the-art, networked PCs at all our university sites. The skills learned on the PC easily transfer to the Mac. Many of the programs that we use in our courses are dual platform.

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activities

1. Do you have sports and recreational activities?

   Unlike some computer camps you’ll find, Cybercamps Academy promotes a healthy balance between computer time and physical activities. It’s summer and kids want to have fun, so each day is filled with short breaks, lunch, and play times. During these times there are a variety of activities available, depending on the specific campus location and weather. For the residential participant, there are additional times in the evening when they may have opportunities for sports, games, extra time on the computers as well as network gaming time.

2. What about lunch?

   You can either pack a lunch for your child every day or give yourself a break and treat them to the wide variety of food from the campus cafeteria. This option is offered for a modest fee at almost all of our campus locations. There are multiple entrees, a vegetarian option, and some even like the cereal choices. It's an all-you-can-eat opportunity, including the ice cream.

3. If my child does a residential program, whom will he/she room with?

   If participants desire to stay in a room with a friend, there is a space on the registration form to indicate roommate preference. Otherwise, we assign participants to a double-occupancy dorm room with a participant of the same gender, paired as closely as possible by age.

4. What does my child need to bring to a residential program?

   A complete list of suggested items to bring is included in the program packet that will be mailed and/or available online prior to the start of Cybercamps Academy. This includes personal items, bedding (linens or a sleeping bag), and towels.

5. What activities do you have in the evening?

   The intensity of residential Cybercamps Academy encourages life-long friendships and builds positive self-esteem. The residential participants play hard, work hard, and engage fully in the complete program experience. Participants may choose to squeeze an extra hour or two of lab time into their days and participate in other activities, such as network gaming.

6. What kind of games will be available?

   We know our participants want to have a little pure fun to go along with all this learning! We provide the latest and hottest age-appropriate games for them to try out. Teen-rated games will be restricted when the younger participants are present. The Residential participants may have some time to cooperate or compete with their peers in network games.

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courses

1. What kind of programs do you offer?

   Compared to other computer camps, Cybercamps Academy offers the most options for kids today to learn the technology they need, at their own pace. Our courses are combined into three tracks. These project-based tracks give you everything you need in one package to excel at:

   • Graphic design, Web design, and Flash® animation
   • Computer programming and robotics
   • Game design and modding
   Each track is designed to give you maximum exposure over a period of several weeks. However, you can customize your Cybercamps Academy experience by selecting any variation of courses or weeks. This means that you can attend one, two or three weeks in any program track.

2. Can I sign my child up for multiple weeks?

   Yes! Recommended tracks are designed for participants who want to immerse themselves in a specific topic and gain valuable skills.

3. What is the CIT Program (Counselor in Training)?

   The Counselor in Training (CIT) program is part of our Teen Leadership Program. It is a comprehensive training program that involves mentorship by highly trained adult staff and specialized projects and work. For more information, be sure to read more about the Teen Leadership Program on this Web site. Our unique program has sold out each year due to its popularity with teens, and the high regard parents have for it.

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schedule

1. What are the day program hours?

   8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Extended program hours are available at most locations.

2. What are the extended day hours?

   8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. There is an afternoon extended day option. To learn more about the extended day option, click here.

3. How much time will my child spend actually learning on the computer?

   Our campers average about one-third of their day working on the computer (3-4 hours on Fridays due to end-of-the-week festivities). The rest of their time is spent working in groups on special interest projects, playing games, eating/snacking, and having a total blast! Our low student/teacher ratio allows great flexibility to take breaks as needed, and we like to break up the day to keep the kids interested and having fun.

4. I want to send my child to Cybercamps Academy, but I can't make that commute every day. What can I do?

   Before you send your child to just any summer computer camp, consider a Cybercamps Academy residential program. Overnight participants experience college living right on campus! All meals and dorm room accommodations are included. In addition to the day program computer time, overnight participants may log extra lab time between the fun and stimulating activities planned each evening. It's a great opportunity to build life-long friendships and spend valuable time with a counselor. If you can get your child to the campus on Sunday evening and pick him or her up on Friday afternoon, we'll take care of the rest!

5. Do you have an early drop-off or late pick-up?

   Cybercamps Academy offers extended day options for a modest fee, which includes some meals, and is available at every location with a residential program. Cybercamps Academy ends at 5:30 p.m. each Friday.

At-a-Glance: Tuition, Meals, & Hours
Option	First Week	Each Additional Week	Meals Included	Drop-Off Time	Pick-Up Times
Day Camp	$879	$50 off	None	Mon-Fri 8:30am	Mon-Fri 5:00pm
Day Camp w/Lunch	Add $50	Add $50	Lunch	Mon-Fri 8:30am	Mon-Fri 5:00pm
Extended Day Camp – PM	Add $80	Add $80	Dinner (not served Fridays)	Mon-Fri 8:30am	Mon-Thr: 7:00pm Fri – 5:00pm
Residential Camp	Add $399	Add $399	B, L, D (dinner not served Fridays)	Sun 6pm	Fri – 5:00pm

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