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Computer Camps Held at Wesleyan University

iD Tech Camps, Ages 7-17

WEEKLONG | CO-ED | DAY CAMPS | OVERNIGHT CAMPS
COURSE TOPICS: VIDEO GAME DESIGN, PROGRAMMING, APPS, WEB DESIGN & MORE

Ignite your internalDrive and do something BIG this summer! iD Tech Camps is a family company – and our company is a unique place. Some call it magical. We’re the World’s #1 Tech Camp – consistently ranked a Top Workplace. One of our big secrets? Ridiculously small ratios. Small ratios mean personalized instruction – just 8 students per instructor or fewer – or you get a free week of camp, guaranteed! Our adult-only staff are tech-savvy undergraduates, graduate students and professionals, passionate about teaching game design, film, computer science and more.

This is our 4th season hosting summer camps at our Wesleyan University location. We strike the right balance between off-computer activities (creative games, sports, life skills, etc.) and essential technology education to foster STEM skill development (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Our popular Wesleyan University summer day camps and overnight camps are located in Middletown, CT.

We offer a variety of cutting-edge summer camp courses for beginner through advanced learners. Kids and teens learn one course topic per week, specializing in video game design, iPhone® app development, Flash® animation, programming, video editing and more – using the best brand name products from Adobe®, Apple®, Autodesk®, Google, Microsoft® and beyond. Come explore the college campus and gain skills that will last long after summer camp ends. Continue to Step 2 for Course Availability, Tuition & Dates.

About Wesleyan University

NOTE: Looking for our exact location on campus? You must first be enrolled; you can then access that information through My Account. Not yet enrolled? Go to Step 2 to enroll. The maps included here are for general information only.

Many students use their summer camp experience with iD Tech Camps to explore colleges that they’re interested in attending in the future. Learn on campus, eat in the dining halls and ages 10+ can even stay overnight (at most campuses).

D Tech Camps has chosen Wesleyan University to host our summer academic camps due to its excellence in math and science. Wesleyan is the perfect day camp and overnight camp location, but be advised that most students who come to this locations participate in the overnight camp (ages 10 and up).

Wesleyan’s campus is a 360-acre park-like setting and includes the famous High Street, once described by Charles Dickens as “the handsomest street in America.” Wesleyan is home to many landmarks and notable buildings. Our Connecticut summer camps at Wesleyan encompass the University’s Davison Art Center, which is a designated U.S. National Historic Landmark. The Art Center is known for its large collection including 18,000 prints, 6,000 photographs, several hundred drawings, and a small number of paintings. Also, the Center for Humanities is one of the oldest humanities institutes in the nation, established at Wesleyan in 1959 as a place for visiting humanities scholars to pursue research. We invite you to come see it for yourself!

Wesleyan University

Wesleyan University ranks first nationally among liberal arts colleges in National Science Foundation funding. Wesleyan is also the number one ranked liberal arts institution in the total number of scientific publications produced by faculty members.

Wesleyan University Facts

Nickname: Cardinals
Founded: 1831
Colleges at Wesleyan University: College of Social Studies, College of Letters.
Student Population: Wesleyan University has over 2,500 undergraduates and over 150 postgraduates.
Rankings: Wesleyan has cemented itself as one of the most respected universities in the nation. Admissions become more and more selective each year, and as for the class of 2013, only 22% of the applicants were admitted. Newsweek magazine has described Wesleyan as one of a small group of historically, academically “elite” colleges and universities in the nation. It is also very important to note that according to a recent summary, 55.3% of Wesleyan’s doctorates were earned by women.
Athletics: Wesleyan is a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC). They currently field intercollegiate varsity teams in 29 different sports, giving nearly 700 student athletes the chance to compete against rivals like Amherst and Williams each year.
Distinguished Alumni & Personnel: Wesleyan alumni have achieved great success in many different fields, including a U.S. Supreme Court Justice; Presidential cabinet members and advisers; U.S. Senators, Congresspersons, and Governors; diplomats and other government figures; winners of the American Book Award, Edgar Award, Pulitzer Prize, Pushcart Prize, recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the Congressional Gold Medal; members of the National Academy of Sciences; Tony, Emmy, Grammy, and Super Bowl winners. Astoundingly, Wesleyan alumni have founded or been president of over 50 colleges and universities throughout the world.

Meals

All meals are included with our overnight and extended day programs. Day campers have the option of purchasing the lunch plan or bringing a sack lunch. The lunch plan is recommended, but not mandatory. If the lunch plan is purchased, lunch is provided Monday-Friday. Many university dining facilities do not permit outside food to be brought into the dining hall; students bringing bag lunches may eat outside of the dining hall with their classmates and instructors.

Maps/Carpool

See maps and driving directions in My Account for detailed directions on how to get to our exact location on campus. Want to Carpool? Go green and save some green when you carpool to camp! Sign up for our Carpool app in My Account to see the other families in your area that are interested in carpooling.

Staff Ratio Guarantee

iD Guarantee

Students learn in small classes for a personalized experience. How small? Classes typically have 5, 6, 7, or 8 students – but never more than 8 per instructor. That's the iD Guarantee - if we ever go over an 8:1 ratio, you get a free week of camp!

Adult-Only Instructors

iD Tech Camps recruits energetic, experienced instructors to teach our technology courses and supervise our students. Our summer staff is adult-only, with no Counselors-in-Training.

Personalized Instruction

Courses are personalized to students' abilities, and therefore suitable for beginner to advanced levels in most cases. Because of the ridiculously small ratios (max 8:1 or a free week with the iD Guarantee), instructors have time to consistently work with students 1-on-1 and adjust curriculum to their interests and experience level.

Project-Based Curriculum

We encourage a hands-on approach to technology; students learn by doing. Each student is provided with a computer and learns to work with the same products that professionals use in their fields. Students complete a project showing off their new technology skills by the end of each weeklong session they attend. By focusing on practical applications of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) skills, iD prepares students to take their new tech knowledge back into the real world.

Staff at this Location

Meet some of the amazing instructors that have taught at Wesleyan University over the years.

• “Bingo”: Bingo has a BFA in Art History, but left her career as a gallery manager to pursue teaching.  She is now a Grade 5 teacher and an Information Technology Literacy coordinator with Westport Public Schools in Westport, Connecticut, and has her M.S. in Education. In addition to teaching Grade 5, she also enjoys teaching film production courses with Westport Continuing Education. She continues to make art and loves photography, illustrating, drawing, and painting in her spare time.
• “Jabberwocky”: Jabberwocky attends Worcester Polytechnic Institute as a Computer Science major. His primary interest is in artificial intelligence, and natural language processing. He has tons of experience working with children, having taught at summer camps in Massachusetts for 6 years prior to joining iD Tech Camps. In his spare time, he plays the piano, studies politics and designs RPG characters. In the future, he hopes to create a program that can hold a meaningful conversation with a person.
• “Rabbit”: Rabbit graduated from SUNY Binghamton with a B.S. in Computer Science, worked at a tech startup out of Brown, and is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Math at Wesleyan. He is an aspiring high school teacher and has been developing video games for over 5 years. He was also a lifeguard and a swim coach.
• “Bon-Bon”: Bon-Bon just completed her third year at Champlain College in Burlington, VT as a Web Development and Design major. She is well-versed in aspects of both programming and design, including languages such as HTML, CSS, Perl, Javascript, PHP, MySQL and Actionscript 3.0. Bonnie has a true passion for working with children and has years of previous experience as a camp counselor.

Safety & Peace of Mind

Risk Management

Adult staff and instructors supervise all activities. iD has a policy of never using Counselors-in-Training (CITs).

American Camp Association^® Accreditation

iD Tech Camps is accredited by the ACA at multiple locations, meaning we have met over 300 health and safety requirements. All camps follow ACA guidelines.

Background Checks

We conduct criminal background checks, sexual offender background checks, multiple reference checks and identification checks on all summer staff.

CPR & First Aid

All camps have Directors and Staff that are CPR and First Aid Certified.

Sample Week

A typical day varies depending on session and location, but it might look something like this:

	SUNDAY	MONDAY - THURSDAY	FRIDAY
7:30 am		Extended Day Campers – Check In Overnight & Extended Day Campers - Breakfast
8:30 am		Day Campers - Drop Off & Arrival Activities
9 am		Welcome & Opening Activity	Finesse Projects to Gold Version
9:30 am		Instruction – Jump on the computers!
10 am
11 am			Friday Activity
12 pm		Lunch – Overnight and Extended Day Campers eat in the campus dining hall.  Day Campers can choose to bring a bag lunch or purchase the meal plan.	Picnic Lunch
			Raffle
1 pm		Instruction – Back to the labs, woo hoo!	Showcase Prep
2 pm			Family Showcase
2:30 pm		Techtivities – Ultimate Frisbee?  Apples to Apples anyone?  Gaming tournaments?  We’ve got it all!
			All campers - Check Out
3:30 pm		Instruction – Back to the labs!	Ultimate Gaming Weekends – Option available at select locations.
5 pm		Day Campers - Pick Up & Closing Activities Overnight & Extended Day Campers – Open Lab/Free Time
5:30 pm	Overnight Campers - Check In
6 pm	Welcome	Dinner
6:30 pm	Dinner	Evening Activity - Movie Nights, Local Outings, Gaming Tournaments & more!
7 pm		Extended Day Campers – Pick Up
7:30 pm	Evening Activity	Evening Activity – cont’d.
8 pm
8:30 pm	Drills
9 pm	Chillax
10 pm	PreTeen Lights Out
11 pm	Lights Out!

Off-Computer Camp Activities

Students typically spend 5-6 hours on the computer each day. iD Tech Camps is careful to balance technology and fun - giving students Tech-Reation time. When they're not on the computer, students participate in fun summer activities like talent shows, play board games, compete in sports, take part in gaming tournaments and more.

Family Showcase

Every Friday afternoon, we invite parents and friends to come and experience iD Tech Camps. See the labs where students learn, explore campus, meet our staff, applaud students' course projects and attend the personalized diploma ceremony.

Hours/ Camp Options

Day Camp - Day Camp runs Monday through Friday, with drop off between 8:30 - 9 am and pick up between 5 - 5:30 pm (3:30 pm on Fridays).
Extended Day - Extended Day Camp runs Monday through Friday, with drop off at 7:30 am and pick up at 7 pm (3:30 pm on Fridays).
Overnight Options - Overnight camps are available at most locations for students ages 10 and up. Overnight camp runs Sunday through Friday, with drop off at 6 pm on Sunday and pick up at 3:30 pm on Friday.
Ultimate Gaming Weekends - Stay the weekend and game with us. UGW is fully supervised and includes housing, meals and supervision. It is available at the end of an Overnight Camp week or as a bridge between two consecutive weeks of Overnight Camp. Not available at all locations.

Attention Connecticut Teens!

Our summer camps in Connecticut housed on the campus of Wesleyan University just got even cooler for our teen students. We have specialized teen activities including free time to hang out, movie nights, extra project time, and as always, plenty of gaming. Check out our other cool teen-only programs like the iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, iD Visual Arts Academy and Ultimate Gaming Weekends (offered at select locations).

iD in the News

Wesleyan University News

Watch iD Tech Camps on NBC's Today Show with Kathie Lee and Hoda!

Apr 12th, 2012

Teen Programming Camp Coming to Yale – As Appeared in Business New Haven

Dec 15th, 2011

As appeared in The Middletown Press - article about our CT summer camps held at Wesleyan

Jul 16th, 2010

As appeared on Wired.com - Summer fun with iD Tech Camp at Wesleyan by Jason B. Jones

Jul 7th, 2010

As appeared in Destination Fairfield - Stimulating imaginations and learning this summer at Sacred Heart University

May 18th, 2008

Testimonials From Wesleyan University

What Parents Are Saying

“Our son attends different camps all summer long – he has already said that this camp is his FAVORITE! He really looked forward to going to camp every day and shared his daily experiences with us as soon as he got home, talking about his teacher, his game and even his lunch. Thank you for a great experience – we’ll be back! Barbara Jo C., parent, Wesleyan University

“My son absolutely loved his class. When we picked him up at the end of the day he couldn’t wait to get back to work on his game. He loved the instructors and my wife and I are thrilled with the experience he had. Thank you all. John P., parent, Wesleyan University

“My son had a lot of fun, made friends, received really good insight on C++ programming, and hopes to come back next year. Siri A., parent, Wesleyan University

“My children enjoyed the program. My son already has chosen what he wants to do next year when he wants to spend two weeks in computer camp. Anca P., parent, Wesleyan University

“It’s a wonderful social experience, having like-minded students from all different backgrounds, able to come together with a common interest. Everyone was so supportive! Michelle B., parent, Wesleyan University

What Campers Are Saying

“An absolutely unforgettable experience I will NEVER forget. Great instructors, camp director and technology…I deem iD Tech Camps the best camp EVER! Tristan P., student, Wesleyan University

“I’ve had a great week at camp! I learned how to create a website from absolutely nothing but Adobe Photoshop and Dreamweaver. My instructor helped me whenever I made a glitch. I would recommend this camp to any friend that is interested in Web Design and Flash Animation. I had a great week at iD Tech Camps! Spencer C., student, Wesleyan University

“Everyone was really nice and fun. We all had a good time and no matter what when you attend, you will leave with learning something unique. Tanner A., student, Wesleyan University

“My teacher was very helpful and helped us program…without him I could not have finished my project. Kryshan A., student, Wesleyan University

“The instructors were very enthusiastic, which helped to establish a positive atmosphere. Sameer B., student, Wesleyan University

Frequently Asked Questions

What courses are offered at this location?
Go to Step 2.

When does camp start?
See Step 2 for the dates of our weeklong university summer computer camps.

How much does camp cost?
The cost of tuition varies depending on the course, location and camp option that you choose. Basic Day Camp ranges from $749 to $1,049 per weeklong course. There are additional costs for program add-ons.

How can I save on tuition?
There are many ways for you to save!

• Register early to take advantage of our seasonal promotions.
• Refer-a-Friend and you and your friend both save $50.
• Sign up for multiple weeks to save $50 off each additional week.
• Register multiple siblings and save $50 for each sibling.

Do you offer financial aid?
iD Tech Camps is proud to offer tuition assistance for families who qualify. Application deadlines are announced each year in the Spring.

What is your cancellation policy?
Balance payments, less the non-refundable deposit, are refundable up until 3 weeks prior to the start of the confirmed camp week/session. No refunds will be issued for cancellations or withdrawals within 3 weeks of the start of confirmed camp weeks/sessions. All cancellations must be made online in My Account or submitted in writing to the internalDrive Inc. office no later than 3 weeks prior to the start of camp. For more details, please see our Terms & Conditions.

Does my child need to have a high computer IQ?
No, our courses are for beginner to advanced students. Because of our small ratios, instructors can work with students 1-on-1 and personalize the curriculum for each student's level.

Should my child bring a personal laptop to camp?
No, students do not need to bring laptops to camp. We provide a computer for each student to use for the week. All materials necessary for the course will be provided.

Do you have any teen programs?
iD Tech Camps has a Teen Scene that provides older students with a more independent experience on campus. Teens enjoy extra privileges appropriate for their environment and maturity levels, and although we maintain standard supervision ratios, teens will feel a sense of freedom. Special Teen Scene activities include computer gaming tournaments and Gamingpalooza.

iD also offers specialized iD Teen Academies in Gaming, Programming and Visual Arts at select locations across the country. These teen camps are intensive, two-week courses with tours of nearby industry hot spots and bi-weekly portfolio building workshops. See our iD Teen Academies page for more information.

How do I register? How do I contact you?
To register, find availability at the location you desire, and you'll be guided through the process. Registering online is the fastest way to get into camp. Or, you can phone us at 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or 1-408-871-2227. You can also email us at info@internalDrive.com. And, if you'd like a brochure sent to you, please click the brochure link.

Course Tuition (Program options are found on the next step)