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Press Release: Kids Voluntarily Going to Summer School

By Tara Foote - Posted Tue, April 28, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Original Press Release Cleveland, OH – Over 1,700 kids in Ohio age 7-13 are voluntarily signing up to take 15 hours of class to learn science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) skills during the summer. Any parent who has ever struggled to get a child to complete homework may wonder […]

This program is great. My son did a morning and afternoon program and he absolutely loved it! The teachers were great and he was so excited to bring home his work and show us! This was definitely a... GREAT experience that furthered my son's dream!read more

Rebekah Blanton

21:16 02 Aug 19

Fantastic program - my son loved it.

Anna Derboghossian

04:43 09 Nov 19

My ten year old son has participated in four 1/2 day camps hosted by Classroom Antics over the last two summers and he absolutely LOVES them. He can’t wait to attend each day and doesn’t stop... talking about what he learned. The communication from Classroom Antics is amazing...they send a summary every day so my husband and I can speak the ‘computer’ language which is really helpful. The staff is friendly and professional. I highly recommend this class for all kids — from those who love sports and gaming to those who love to read and conduct experiments!read more

Carol Miller

12:32 11 Aug 18

2019-We just finished year 2 of summer Classroom Antics classes- this time both son and daughter participated. Feel the same way as last year...this year my son took Game Design and Stop Motion Lego... Animation and daughter took Lego Programming and Game Design. Both learned lots...2018-Our son had a fantastic time attending both Minecraft and Programming: Creative Coders. I was pleased to see many diverse females and males in his class as coding skills are important for everyone! The instructors were fantastic; we received a daily email with specifics on what our son had done each day. He received a jump drive with all his programs and at the end of the week had learned a great deal and had fun doing so! I especially loved that the class had many hands-on activities so that students were not simply staring at screens for an entire session. We will definitely be back next year and bringing our daughter too, now that she will be ready!read more

Sarah Ressler Wright

00:42 15 Jun 19

Classroom Antics is a highly organized and professional organization. My son loved his Youtubers class. His teacher was kind, fun, and helpful. I will be signing up all my children for future classes.

WonderWoman60 !

00:16 13 Jul 19

Excellent staff and instructors. Kids had a blast.

Mary Gardner

16:00 24 Jul 18

My son loves this camp. I highly recommend it for all the technology loving kids out there.

Jennifer Holloway

19:02 04 Aug 18

My girls have been attending their camps for two years and have already signed up for their third year. They absolutely LOVED it! AND they're able to bring their designs home to continue over the... summer. Worth it!read more

Heather Lauman

02:15 25 May 18

This was our first experience with Classroom Antics and everything went exactly as the teacher expected it to which was impressive. My son came home wanting to create even more games and talking up a... storm. He loved it.read more

Phaedra Seabolt

23:05 19 Jul 19

My son enjoyed participating in this lego camp! It was his first experience with using the robotics and he learned so much in such a short amount of time! We will definitely look into this again for... next summer!read more

Theresa Petrick

01:31 21 Jul 18

My son really enjoyed and got a lot out of the interactive projects that were done in the Amazing Architects class. He learned new things and developed some new skills.

Chris Jones

00:18 04 Dec 19

Our son had an excellent experience with the Classroom Antics. He enjoyed the learning about how to move and direct the LEGO robot. His instructor was just amazing. He was able to teach the... information well to our son. We hope to return next year for camp.read more

Joe Jen Jenkins

13:45 22 Jul 18

My son was very excited to participate in the program. The staff are very professional and able to work with kids to get the most for them out of the program. They worked with him and allowed him to... do the things that he was interested in. Just the fact that he was participating in activities that helped to expand his interest was awesome. The equipment and apps are all easy to use for a 10 year old. He will be able to build on the skills he learned at home.read more

Chris Neumann

01:55 29 Jun 19

My son liked being there. It is very hard to get him to like anything, but he liked this. He learned a lot and wants to go back next year to do a different class. Ross was great and the kids got... along with him well.read more

Vince Vecchione

22:51 07 Aug 18

My son has thoroughly enjoyed 2 different camps with Classroom Antics, the teachers are excellent and it's all hands on so the kids are fully engaged! We will be excited to see next season's... offerings, I know my son will want to go again!read more

April Davie

20:31 13 Jul 18

Classroom Antics presented Engineering in a way to my 6 year old daughter that was enjoyable and caused her to be excited to know she would be attending after school. Lena is an excellent instructor.... The entire experience is worth it.read more

Angela Mcpherson

03:05 06 Nov 19

Classroom Antics is a wonderful program. My Grandson couldn't wait to get to class everyday to learn something new. He hated to see camp come to an end. The staff were wonderful! They were friendly... and willing to take the extra time to make sure every student understood what was being taught. I would suggest Classroom Antics to all parents and grandparents to sign up their child for the programs.read more

Terri Bowen

22:41 28 Jun 19

Great camp and great instruction by real teachers!

Melissa Daniele

21:45 20 Jul 18

My son loved this program! We will be returning next year.

Marjorie Fuller

18:02 07 Aug 18

The instructor was helpful, and used hands on crafts for visualization. Overall positive and gained new knowledge to understand the weather.

Annie Fernandez

01:43 24 Dec 18

My son had a great experience!

Natalie Beller

20:14 26 Jul 19

My son loved the video game design program

Molly Retzler

20:58 10 Aug 18

My son completed the Stop Motion Animation Brick Flicks and loved it. He not only gained the skills of how to create a Lego movie, but learned how to use the software, camera, and his creativity to... complete the movie. He loved the camp and I was impressed with his final project! The instructors were great, too. Definitely doing this camp again next summer. Well worth it if you have a child or children who like computers and you want them to learn something more than just playing games. I highly recommend Classroom Antics!read more

Amanda Younggren

14:24 06 Aug 18

My daughter took a class last summer on stop motion animation and had a great time. The camp manager, Coach Don, was a lot of fun, and her instructor sought to challenge her in what she was learning.... She made some really creative videos. I would highly recommend this camp!read more

Jacob Wilson

23:32 24 May 18

My son absolutely loved the Arcade Game Design camp. He said he wished it was a whole day because it was really challenging and fun! The staff are great and communication was really good. I was... always kept informed about what was going on. I would definitely recommend Classroom Antics to anyone with a child who has an interest in gaming and coding.read more

Vicki Ivin

17:35 06 Jul 19

The LEGO Robotics camp was exactly what our son loves to do. The instructor was great!

Jodi Lovejoy

20:47 14 Jun 19

Awesome and I learned how to program!

Trappy z

00:44 03 Aug 18

Highly recommend!

Jennifer H

03:09 17 Jun 18

Highly organized and kids were enthusiastic with going each day (so small feat!) Will plan to attend again.

Nathan Harvey

14:42 13 Jul 19

My kids have really enjoyed their summer camps. They have learned a lot. Their programs have great instructors too. Thanks!

Linda Orr

22:35 15 Jun 18

My kids just completed the Tube Stars summer camp and had a great experience. They aren't really into camps, but they were excited to go each day and always had a ton to tell me afterwards. Their... teacher, Mr. Owens, was phenomenal. I would definitely recommend Classroom Antics.read more

Ginna Rinkov

20:53 05 Jul 19

My girls love these programs, already come home very excited about what they are learning and can't wait to go back! Always wanting to sign up for another class as soon as they can. Thank you for... expanding the girls love of learning and challenging them to keep them interested!read more

Carrianne Price

01:01 11 Feb 20

My daughter loved the youtube class. The experience was great and we will definitely be trying another class this summer.

Wendy Linton

21:04 09 Jun 18

We attended the Lego summer camp at Baldwin Wallace University and it went real well. The facility was great, everyone in the program was very nice, knowledgeable and encouraging to the children. We... can't wait to sign up next summer!read more

Kimberly Gil

21:28 13 Jul 18

Our son's love of technology was generated at Classroom Antics when he was seven. Now a teenager, he's gone through their programs - some more than once - and seeks out opportunities to improve his... technology skills. Classes at his school always pale in comparison to what he learned at Classroom Antics, so he ends up (often) teaching the teacher! We are so thankful for Classroom Antics!read more

Sheri Niedermyer

16:28 24 May 18

My son really enjoyed the summer camp program.

오지연

22:17 02 Aug 19

Excellent summer camp. My child absolutely loved Brick Flicks Stop Animation

Callie B

19:17 24 Jun 18

Very great love the staff and the classes

Gavin Miller

22:07 20 Sep 16

Great learning opportunities for my daughter to think and problem solve. The staff is always so great and positive. My daughter LOVES Classroom Antics!!!

Michelle Palmquist

21:07 05 Jul 19

My 10 year old son thought this was the best Summer Camp he has attended. He loves both Minecraft and coding - the Instructor, Julie, was amazing and really made an enjoyable classroom environment... teaching many new skills. We will definitely be signing up for more classes in the future.read more

Michelle Mehaffey-Taylor

15:25 07 Aug 19

My 11 year old son loved this program! He learned a lot and was excited to go back each day. The program ran very efficiently and the staff was friendly and helpful. :-)

Carolyn Crosier

15:04 06 Aug 18

My daughter participated in the LEGO Stop Motion and she loved it! She came home every day talking about the videos she made and the fun she had in the class. The instructor was fun, interactive... and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Classroom Antics for any parent looking to extend their child’s technology skills and bolster their creativity this summer.read more

David Stoll

18:20 26 May 18

My grandson loved both camps he attended. He wants to do more next summer.

PAULA JANE ABEL

12:34 04 Aug 19

The engineering classes offered through after school antics are excellent. Very hands on. Worth the fee. I chose to enroll my family to enhance our child’s introduction to science topics. Because... science often takes a backseat to other subjects in school (it’s not a required state test in elementary grades in our state) I want my child’s exposure to be comprehensive even if I have to pay for it.read more

Megan MacGillis

21:11 08 Oct 18

I love Classroom Antics, this program needs to be in all of the schools as an after school program. Great concept for future youth.

Rocs Momma

22:59 12 Jul 19

My 2 sons attended Classroom Antics programs and both absolutely loved it! They learned and had fun! Both could not wait to go back each day. They had something to bring home which was such a... benefit. Love the attention to online and video creation as our children will need these skills in the future. Thank you!read more

Mary Suhre

02:58 29 Jun 19

My twin boys who are 11 just took the junior arcade game coding class with Miss Kit and loved it. They wanted to go to school every day that week in the summer. I think that says everything you need... to know about whether Classroom Antics is worth it! If you are on the fence, you should do it! Rebecca Tread more

Sparks

12:40 25 Aug 18

My son had a wonderful time!! Thank you!!

camilla goodman

01:41 03 Aug 19

Outstanding way of introducing kids to technology. My daughter has gone the past two years and she absolutely loves it. She comes home excited about what they're learning and eager to keep working... on what they learned in class. Anyone who can make a 10 year old want to rush home to learn more Javascript is doing an A+ job in my book!read more

Josh Falter

16:08 03 Jul 18

Great and fun experience for children wanting to learn or expand their knowledge on many different skills or just to have fun!

Nichol Fitzwater

20:26 30 Jul 19

My Grandson learned so much in this "Nuts and Bolts" program and had a blast at the same time !

Jennifer

22:00 09 Oct 18

friendly, knowledgable staff. daughter really enjoyed the experience. thanks

Cary Lamont Sims

16:13 24 Jun 19

My son really enjoyed the game builders summer camp. He will definitely be returning next year and probably for multiple camps. Great learning experience!

Dawn Menhorn

02:27 22 Jun 19

My girls participated in full day Classroom Antics coding camp for one week in June 2017. They loved it so much they are doing it again this summer. It is their favorite camp of the summer and wish... it was offered at our location throughout the year. Highly recommend this educational and engaging programming offered by Classroom Antics. Love STEM for girls!read more

Erin Macioce Slater

14:43 31 May 18

Amazing experience! The teachers are so dedicated and there is a very safe learning environment for all the campers. This camp was suitable for any child; my daughter went into Classroom Antics not... knowing much about her program and came out of class with loads of fun topics. Would definitely recommend this program!!read more

Mary Cheng

21:29 26 Aug 18

My son had a blast! Excellent program!

Teresa Seals

15:07 13 Jul 19

My son truly looked forward to attending the “Game Builders” technology camp each day. He would share the highlights with our family and present what he had learned on computer. He enjoyed it so much... that he was disappointed when it finally ended. He already decided that next summer he wanted to be enrolled again. This was a great summer camp option for kids who love a variety of activities. I love that my son was challenged to be a critical thinker while learning the concept of coding to create games.read more

Paula Y

02:12 06 Jul 19

Parker Jax Ward loved it very much!

Shaine Ward

01:56 15 Jun 19

Great Program and Instructors!!! My son loved it.

Mark Kessler

17:20 10 Jul 18

great summer camp, kids love it.

OSU Neuroscience Department

14:22 20 Jul 19

Very informative and fun! Great staff!

Beth Ortiz

01:39 29 Jun 19

Our son loved this summer camp. He did the Lego robotics and talked about it every day when he got home. Will definitely sign him up again next year.

Matthew Alexander

01:54 07 Jul 18

What a wonderful experience. My son has struggled with participation in the past and generally had a hard time in school during 1st grade. It was great to come in to the classroom every day and see... what he had worked on and to see the excitement and pride that this program instilled in him. Will definitely be going again.read more

Amanda Mance-Wilkinson

20:36 22 Jul 19

Over the past 4 years, my sons have thoroughly enjoyed the Classroom Antics courses. The instructors are positive and encourage students as they apply their newly learned concepts. The small class... sizes allow students to get a more personal instruction and guidance than other camps they have attended.read more

Jill

02:59 17 Jun 18

Great program for kids to learn about coding and other computer design concepts.

Angie Stokes

21:23 03 Jul 18

Fantastic camp- very well run!

Tiffany Mack

20:15 19 Jul 19

We sent a youth from our group home to the Video Arcade Design camp and the staff were so helpful and patient with his needs. The youth we signed up for the camp has emotional and behavioral... struggles due to his past with biological family. The staff were so patient, caring and understanding. They didn't make him feel different or out of place. The registration process was seamless, and everything else was perfect also! Will definitely use them in the future for our other youth!read more

Heather Nixon

21:01 05 Jul 19

My son loves this program. Wednesday is now his favorite day. He always comes home with new exciting things he learned that he wants to share with the whole family.

Stephanie Wilson

14:30 11 Dec 19

My son just finished a Robotics class with Classroom Antics and to his surprise had a great time and even learned a bit about the basics of block coding and the engineering process.

Andrea Berndt

14:02 21 Jul 18

Our son enjoyed the learning and hands on experience. He just finished Maker MD and came home excited to show things made as well as educating us on each week's subject. He is excited to continue... exploring in the next module.read more

VERONICA Berning

00:38 30 Oct 19

Awesome course. My son truly enjoyed himself. Looking forward to next year. Thanks to Ms. Meagan, for her patience and time spent with AJ.

Tenika Lamb

21:27 13 Jul 19

So my son was in Minecraft decoding class this year and the teacher did a amazing job at teaching , answering any or all questions from my son. This is my son second time going but with a different... experience and different kind of camp based program. He came home each day so excited to tell me what he learn . He has definitely ended camp with more knowledge of Minecraft then when he first started. He told me the other day he cant wait to go back next year . so he definitely will be returning. I definitely recommend to check it out like I did . my son has a cognitive disability and he doesn't learn like other children would he's very Hands-On. so if you have a child that's a very Hands-On like mine this most definitely will work for yours and he or she will love it . pluse they get a cool t shirt and maybe something a little exstra depending on witch camp / class room they attend . but either way it was worth the exsperious all by it self .read more

April Lewis

16:20 02 Aug 18

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