Summer Programs

Salon 101: Campers will work in a professional salon to learn the basics of hair styling (blowouts, straightening, curling), manicure/pedicure techniques, make-up application and skin care. Campers will experiment on themselves, plus work on each other.

All About the Dough - Dumplings & More!: Learn how to make potstickers, empanadas, samosas, raviolis, perogies and a few extra tricks and tips on making dumplings.

Junior Veterinarian: Learn what it is like to be a vet! Try your hand at bandaging, performing physical exams and more! Campers will work with a variety of animals in our Animal Science lab housing over 35 animals!

Basic Electrical: Get charged up! Through hands-on projects, campers will learn the basics of the Electrical Trades including safety, electrical theory, circuitry and more! 

Carpentry Basics: In our state-of-the-art wood-working shop, campers will learn to plan, measure, cut, build and decorate their chosen project making it ready for home use. A safety test must be completed before hand/power tools are used.

Health Care 101: Learn about the diverse careers available in the Health Care Industry. Participate in hands-on activities and state-of-the-art simulations that showcase the skills, equipment and technology used in the field.

Auto Maintenance & Light Repair: Working on cars in our state-of-the-art automotive shop, campers will learn the basics in automotive upkeep including oil change, tire rotation and brake, steering and suspension systems. 

Photography & Photoshop: Campers will learn to take pictures as an art form, visualizing their objects through the lens using the Rule of Thirds. The use of Photoshop for manipulation and touch-ups will also be introduced. Photos will be displayed in the CTEC Gallery on Friday for all to see.

Salon 102: Building on Salon 101, but not a prerequisite, campers are able to dabble in all areas of salon work including hair styling, manicure/pedicure techniques, make-up application, and skin care, OR they can choose one or two of these areas as a concentration and fine tune skills. The choice is yours!

Kickin' Up The Potato!: From boiling, baking, roasting, and stuffing, campers will learn to prepare dishes centered around the beloved potato. Dishes will include gnocchi, curly fries, loaded fries, hasselback potatoes, and everything sweet potato, to name a few.

Junior Veterinarian: Learn what it is like to be a vet! Try your hand at bandaging, performing physical exams and more! Campers will work with a variety of animals in our Animal Science lab housing over 35 animals!

Welding 101: A mix of practical and creative, all in one class! Campers will learn the basic concepts of welding as it relates to manufacturing and fabricating as well as design concepts for metal sculptures.

Plumbing 101: Campers will learn the basics of the plumbing trade including soldering, hand and power tools, and design of a water and drainage system.

Health Care 101: Learn about the diverse careers available in the Health Care Industry. Participate in hands-on activities and state-of-the-art simulations that showcase the skills, equipment and technology used in the field.

Auto Maintenance & Light Repair: Working on cars in our state-of-the-art automotive shop, campers will learn the basics in automotive upkeep including oil change, tire rotation and brake, steering and suspension systems. 

Character Animation: Using Adobe Character Animator equipped with automatic lip sync and face and body tracking, campers will learn to use their expressions and movements to animate characters of their choice in real time. State-of-the-art Apple computers will be provided.

Salon 101: Campers will work in a professional salon to learn the basics of hair styling (blowouts, straightening, curling), manicure/pedicure techniques, make-up application and skin care. Campers will experiment on themselves, plus work on each other.

Baking - Sugar & Sprinkles: Making Cookies and Cakes from scratch. Learn ways to decorate a cake/chocolate chip cookie cake, how to use a pastry bag, and how to write in icing/frosting. The last class will showcase campers' cakes and cookies.

Junior Veterinarian: Learn what it is like to be a vet! Try your hand at bandaging, performing physical exams and more! Campers will work with a variety of animals in our Animal Science lab housing over 35 animals!

Basic Electrical: Get charged up! Through hands-on projects, campers will learn the basics of the Electrical Trades including safety, electrical theory, circuitry and more! 

Plumbing 101: Campers will learn the basics of the plumbing trade including soldering, hand and power tools, and design of a water and drainage system.

Carpentry Basics: In our state-of-the-art wood-working shop, campers will learn to plan, measure, cut, build and decorate their chosen project making it ready for home use. A safety test must be completed before hand/power tools are used.

Salon 102: Building on Salon 101, but not a prerequisite, campers are able to dabble in all areas of salon work including hair styling, manicure/pedicure techniques, make-up application, and skin care, OR they can choose one or two of these areas as a concentration and fine tune skills. The choice is yours!

Mexican Fiesta - Tacos, Burritos and More!: Campers can learn and unleash new cooking techniques while gaining an appreciation for Mexican culture.

Police/CSI & Fire Boot Camp: Campers will learn how to properly investigate a crime scene and field a 911 call, as well as techniques in fingerprinting, handcuffing, self-defense, and more! A field trip to the Rockland County Fire Training Center will introduce students to the basic skills needed to be a firefighter.

Dirt Bikes & Quads: Campers will learn the mechanics behind the 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines needed to operate dirt bikes and quads. Transmissions, steering, suspension and brakes will also be introduced.

Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs Welding/Manufacturing Camp: Campers will learn the basics of welding and CNC manufacturing through the design and creation of a custom-made project. Second-time welding campers will work on more advanced projects using TIG and STICK welding techniques. An opportunity that should not be missed!

Graphic Design - Custom for All Kinds of Garb!: Express your creativity and learn practical and technical design skills to create your own custom brand and awesome apparel. Craft design concepts, make a portfolio and add your favorite designs to your very own custom hoodie and tee shirt.

FAQ #1: Will lunch be provided?
A: Campers must bring their own lunch, snacks and drinks. They will be given a 30-minute break to eat and socialize.

FAQ #2: Will transportation be provided?
A: Parents must provide campers with transportation to and from camp.

FAQ #3: What is the payment/refund policy?
A: Full payment ($300) must be received upon registration. Refund requests will be  honored on a case-by-case basis up to the Friday before the registered week. A $75 processing fee will be charged. No refunds will be issued once camp begins. Please contact Kim Bell at kbell@rboces.org or (845) 627-4772.

FAQ #4: Is there a discount for siblings?
A: If you are registering more than one child, the cost for the second will be $250. If you qualify, please call (845) 627-4770.