Makerspace Camp
At our Makerspace Camp, campers are exposed to hands-on problem solving through a great range of tools, machines, technology, possibilities, and instructor encouragement. They gain familiarity with maker concepts such as programming, robotics, engineering, multimedia, and design. Campers who already have knowledge in these areas can advance to the next level by developing unique solutions to open-ended challenges.
Each camper will work through the processes of design and production under the guidance of experienced instructors in the Ciongoli Center for Innovation. By gaining exposure to cornerstone principles in 21st century craftsmanship, campers can fluidly move from creating a digital prototype to designing a project using 3D printers, laser cutters, and an array of tools and materials. Campers are encouraged to utilize their critical thinking skills, while also collaborating on projects with other campers who have similar interests. By working together, campers can answer important questions, solve problems, or invent something entirely new.
Features of Makerspace Camp
State-of-the art facility and equipment
Instruction in cutting-edge technology and craftsmanship by experienced teachers
Student-centered, teacher-supported approach that promotes an interactive exchange of ideas
A daily schedule that includes outdoor time and free swim
Meet the Makerspace Director
Adam Dinjian Makerspace Camp Director 5 Years at Fessenden
This summer will be Adam’s fifth year working at Fessenden, and his second year working as the Makerspace Director. Adam has been part of the Fessy Community since he was a camper himself. He thoroughly enjoys the memories he has made at Fessy and he hopes to inspire and lead other campers to have the same great experience he had. Adam is currently studying undergraduate at Connecticut College in New London, and is planning on double majoring in Art and Philosophy. He has a passion for all things art and creativity.
My Hobbies are..
I am an artist and I love everything about photography. I also have a passion for all things creating and I spend lots of time tinkering and playing with various electronics, machines, and appliances and repairing them. I also love spending time outdoors, whether it's camping with friends or family or traveling and backpacking through the wilderness. I also work as a barista in a nearby cafe, and I will always talk too much if asked anything about coffee.My Favorite Camp Activity is..
On a hot day there’s nothing better than being able to jump into the pool, but on any other day I always love to spend time in art and crafts, or woodworking, or in the Makerspace Creating!Makerspace Program Options
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Makerspace: June Session 2
- Length: Full Day
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 4-7
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 3 pm - Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Afternoon 3-5p
- Price: $548 (prorated for no camp on June 19th)
- Description: Campers are exposed to hands-on problem solving through a great range of tools, machines, technology, possibilities, and instructor encouragement. They gain familiarity with maker concepts such as programming, robotics, engineering, multimedia, and design. Campers who already have knowledge in these areas can advance to the next level by developing unique solutions to open-ended challenges.
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Makerspace- 3D Workshop: Week 1
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 4-7
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm
- Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $915
- Description: This week's theme: 3D Printing Workshop Design and Print 3d figures, 3d models, planes, trains, characters, architecture or engineering, you name it, if you can design it we can print it. This week is focused on 3D design and 3D printing but we will venture into whatever our ideas take us. Bring your imagination and creativity to life!
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Makerspace: Week 2
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 4-7
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm
- Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $732 (prorated for no camp on July 3rd)
- Description: This week's theme: Video Game Workshop Video games are a common pastime and activity these days, can you be the next big developer? Make your own version of Gallaga or minecraft, code your own game in bloxels or minecraft. Or take an existing video game and make it better!
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Makerspace: Week 3
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 4-7
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm
- Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $915
- Description: This week's theme: Boardgames Re-create a family favorite game like Monopoly or Catan, or design and construct your own custom board game to your liking. Design your own dice or playing cards, and make custom game boards on the laser cutter, and or make custom game pieces with 3d printing.
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Makerspace: Week 4
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 4-7
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm
- Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $915
- Description: This week's theme: Robotics and Battlebots A Fessy summer fan favorite event Battlebots! Collaborate in teams to design your own lego battlebots to take on your peers and battle in the battlebots arena. You will have the opportunity to battle your bot or you can explore how robotics and electronics affect our everyday lives, from making robotic arms to automated electronics, what can you program and create?
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Makerspace: Week 5 & 6
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 4-7
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm
- Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $1830
- Description: This week's theme: Rocketry, Gliders and Remote Controls Have you ever wanted to make something fly? Rockets are really cool, and did you know there are many different types of them? Here's your chance to explore aerodynamics and gliders or work together and make a controllable RC plane or drone, compete with your peers to design the best farthest flying glider. If air vehicles aren't your thing, make a RC car or boat and see how far you can take it. Start with making stomp rockets and bottle rockets, and then collaborate with teams to make the best hobby model rocket, who rocket flies the straightest and what altitude can your rocket reach? This is a two week program running from July 20-July 31st.
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Makerspace- Mini Golf: Week 7
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 4-7
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm
- Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $915
- Description: This week's theme: Mini Golf Make your own mini golf putter, create mini golf courses and compete tournament style with your peers, who can make the best putter? Who can make the most challenging course?
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Makerspace- Printmaking: Week 8
- Length: +Camp
- Gender(s): Boys & Girls
- Age Range: Entering Grades 4-7
- Dates: –
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Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9 am to 4 pm
- Extended Program: Extended Day Program Options: Mornings 8-9a, Afternoon 4-6p
- Price: $915
- Description: This week's theme: Printmaking Workshop Combining Art and Design, explore old and new ways of printing an image on paper, experiment with cyanotypes and light box photography, or make a design and transfer it onto a t shirt to take home, make your own labels or key chains to attach to your belongings, or to use as gifts for your loved ones.