Round Rock ISD

Discover the art of candle and soap making while learning how to turn your creations into a profitable business. This hands-on camp will guide students through every step of the process, from crafting unique candles and soaps to exploring basic business concepts. Whether you're looking to start a hobby or a small business, this camp will give you the skills and confidence to make your creations shine! Key Highlights: - Learn the fundamentals of candle and soap making - Experiment with different scents, colors, and designs - Create a variety of products, including scented candles, decorative soaps, and more - Understand how to price and market your products - Gain insights into starting and running a small business - - Explore packaging and presentation ideas to make your creations stand out - Participate in hands-on activities to refine your craft and creativity By the end of the camp, you'll not only have a collection of beautiful, handmade products but also an understanding of how to turn them into a successful venture. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and creative crafters alike! For questions about this specific class, please contact charles_lanier@roundrockisd.org

Unleash your creativity and get your hands dirty in this exciting ceramics camp! This fun, hands-on experience introduces young artists to the world of clay, where they'll learn to mold, shape, and craft their very own masterpieces. Campers will explore basic handbuilding techniques while having the freedom to create both functional and imaginative pieces. Camp Highlights: Handbuilding Techniques - Learn the fundamentals of ceramics with techniques like pinch pots, coil building, and slab construction. Tool Exploration - Use a variety of fun tools to texture, carve, and decorate your pieces, adding personal flair to each creation. Artistic Creations - Craft a range of unique items, from practical bowls and cups to one-of-a-kind sculptures. Firing and Glazing - Watch your artwork come to life as it’s fired and glazed, resulting in vibrant, polished pieces ready to take home. This camp fosters creativity, self-expression, and teamwork, all while developing fine motor skills and an appreciation for the arts. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your imagination and a sense of adventure! At the end of the camp, students will proudly take home their handmade, personalized clay masterpieces. For questions about this specific class, please contact brooke_hurlbut@roundrockisd.org

In this hands-on camp, students will dive into the world of graphic design by exploring the core principles and fundamentals of design. Rather than relying on computer software, campers will work on physical projects that will allow them to experiment with and apply these key concepts. Campers will learn about and practice the five essential design principles: Balance: Discover how to arrange design elements so they work together to create a steady, visually pleasing composition. Hierarchy: Understand how to rank design elements to guide the viewer’s eye and convey the intended message. Repetition: Learn how repeating elements, such as shapes or colors, can bring unity and consistency to a design. Alignment: Gain skills in positioning elements precisely, so they complement and support each other visually. Contrast: Explore how using contrast—through color, size, or shape—can draw attention and emphasize important design components. Through creative hands-on activities, students will gain a strong foundation in graphic design, developing the skills needed to create visually appealing and effective designs. For questions about this specific class, please contact dolores.garcia@roundrockisd.org