“Kid's College” Now Registering for Summer Program

Panama City, FL - Gulf Coast Community College is accepting registrations for the third annual “Kids College.” The popular summer program is designed for kids entering 6^th, 7^th, or 8^th grade who want to combine fun and education this summer. A variety of tracks are offered to encompass many student interests:

• Tech Academy: Students will be introduced to technology as they build Lego Mind Storm robots, tour the WKGC FM/AM/HD radio station, participate in digital photography and editing classes, create Web pages, and much more.

• Art from A to Z: Students will be introduced to performing and visual arts programs as they participate in a variety of hands-on and interactive sessions featuring ceramics, piano, drama, music production technology, mosaics, and more.

• Healthy Career Options: Students will be introduced to careers in health sciences such as Surgical Technician, Radiography, Physical Therapy Assistant, Respiratory, and Emergency Medical Services, just to name a few. Students will also learn about the importance of nutrition and fitness through special supplemental programs in this track provided by the Bay County Health Department.

• Science Exploration: Students entering this track will have hands-on experience in meteorology, forensics, earth sciences, zoology, chemistry, marine sciences, and more.  This will be a fun and fast paced, interactive journey through the sciences.

Dates: July 19 – 23 and July 26 – 30

Times: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Cost: $120 per week (meals not included)

Registration: you can register on-line at http://www.gulfcoast.edu/kidscollege or call (850) 769-1551 ext. 6108, or send an e-mail to Kelli at kferns@gulfcoast.edu. Space is limited to 15 kids per track, so register today!