Digital Media Academy
| Camp Locations: Many University locations throughout the US and Canada Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island (866) 656-3342 |
Off-Season Address 1925 Winchester Blvd. Suite 109 Campbell, California 95008 USA (866) 656-3342 |
Why kids, teens, and their parents are choosing DMA:
Stanford University accreditation for all teen courses
Balanced experience for kids including outdoor activites
Accomplished instructors
Hands-on, project-based approach using industry-standard, professional software tools
Pre-college experience at campus locations such as Stanford University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Irvine and UC San Diego – 20 locations in the US and Canada
Evening and weekend activities for kids and teens living on campus
COURSES
DMA offers day and overnight courses in weekly and multi-week sessions for youth, age 7-18. DMA courses accommodate a wide variety of digital media interests in a more sophisticated learning environment than other summer computer camps. All courses are project based and taught by accomplished professionals who have a passion for inspiring young minds. An average student to instructor ratio of 6 to 1 allows for plenty of individual attention as students explore, create and immerse themselves in an environment that is more like a production studio than a classroom.
THE TEEN EXPERIENCE
DMA’s teen courses for 2009 include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, 3D Animation, Web Production, Programming, and Music and Video Production - just to name a few. Teens may commute or stay on campus in university housing. Separate DMA couselor staff live in the dorm coordinating evening and weekend activities while ensuring a fun and safe experience for everyone. Teens living on campus receive breakfast, lunch and dinner in a university dining hall. Commuting students may purchase a dining hall lunch pass or buy their own lunch at one of several restaurants on campus.
THE YOUTH EXPERIENCE
DMA’s 2009 youth courses (called Digital Media Adventures) include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, Game Creation, Web Design & Flash, Cartoon & Comic Book Creation and Surfing & Filmmaking. To create a more balanced experience, we incorporate outdoor recreation breaks throughout the day – we believe, like you, that kids should move!
Additional activities, such as sports, board games and weekend adventures are offered to youth in our residential program.
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Our programs are held on prestigious college campuses, including Stanford University, Harvard University, University of Texas at Austin, UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, UC Los Angeles, University of Chicago, Brown, University of Pennsylvania, & more. Students may commute or stay on campus in university housing. All DMA kids & teens are housed in doubles or triples, separate from adult participants. A dedicated DMA staff team lives with the teens in the dorm coordinating evening and weekend activities while ensuring a fun and safe experience for everyone.
Students living on campus receive breakfast, lunch and dinner in a university dining hall. Commuting students may purchase a dining hall lunch pass or buy their own lunch at one of several restaurants on campus.
Activities
Our programs provide an excellent opportunity for students to explore the campus and surrounding area while making new friends. In the evening, teens and kids can participate in organized activities. Organized activities include group sports, exploring the campus, video game tournaments, etc.
For those staying for more than one week, weekend packages include housing, dining and activities. Weekend activities vary depending upon the interests of students staying for the weekend. Possible activities include amusement parks, touring nearby cities and more.
Our team of DMA instructors consists of nationally-known, award-winning, Apple and Adobe Certified professionals, who are experienced instructors and accomplished artists. Many of our instructors are published authors and considered gurus in their field. The level of instruction is unlike any other summer computer camp. Come learn from the best!
Live-in Youth Activities Coordinators/Counselors
DMA's goal is to provide a fun and safe environment for teens who live on-campus while taking courses. DMA hires a staff of live-in youth activities coordinators and counselors who are dedicated to creating a fun and safe environment outside of classroom instruction. Our live-in counselors must be at least 21 years of age, are CPR certified and are carefully screened to ensure a safe environment for your kids and teens.
What kind of programs and courses do you offer?
We offer a wide range of courses in various digital art and media topics. We have separate programs for kids, teens and adult learners. In addition to our summer university programs, we offer onsite training for companies and schools throughout the year.
Will I have to share a computer with other students?
While we encourage collaboration, every attendee will have a dedicated computer.
What will I take home at the end of the week?
All DMA courses are hands-on and project-based. At the end of the week you will take home a completed project on a DVD.
What kind of computers and software do you use in your courses?
We use state-of-the-art, networked computers (typically new or only 1-year old) and the latest version of whatever software is being utilized in the course.
What risk-management precautions do you take to ensure the safety of your teen and youth attendees?
We employ a secure and strict check-in and checkout system for our youth. No one is allowed to pick up your child without proper identification and written authorization on file. All our counselors carry cell phones and can be easily reached at any time. In addition to being CPR Certified, DMA staff must pass a stringent background check and attend a thorough risk management and emergency procedures training. We use the common sense, no “one-on-one” rule and employ the “buddy system.” All our computers are protected with strict Internet content filtering software.
What if I have a medical emergency?
All staff members are First Aid and CPR Certified, so we are equipped to handle minor injuries ourselves. Emergency facilities are nearby in the rare instance that they are needed. Parents of teens and kids will be notified immediately whenever sickness or injury occurs.
Camp Season: June 8, 2009 to August 21, 2009
Multiple camper discounts available
Financial assistance available
| Session | Session Dates | Capacity | Tuition |
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| Weeklong Day Sessions (Click for more information) |
6/8/2009 to 8/21/2009 | 140 campers | $765.00 |
| Courses are Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5pm. Cost includes course fee. Commuter lunch plans are available at some locations for an additional fee. Click to Close |
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| Weeklong Overnight Sessions (Click for more information) |
6/8/2009 to 8/21/2009 | 140 campers | $1,210.00 |
| Overnight pricing includes cost of one course and housing/dining. Attendee overnight housing is offered at most universities. Kids and Teens are housed in their own university housing, separate from adult participants. Meals are provided in the student cafeteria. Evening activities include games and recreational activities. For those staying for more than one week, weekend activities include amusement parks, water parks, and more. Click to Close |
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