The College for Kids program will run from June 30th through July 25th, 2025, and is designed to provide an engaging, educational experience for children and young adults. The convenient schedule offers a wide range of courses that challenge young minds while allowing families to enjoy a more flexible summer routine.

“We’re thrilled to offer this program again to our community,” said Gervaise Edwards, Program Manager for C3. “College for Kids not only helps prevent summer learning loss, but it also gives children a fun and supportive environment to explore new interests, meet new friends, and gain confidence.”

All courses are taught by certified instructors who bring creativity, energy, and educational expertise to the classroom. Classes cover a variety of topics including arts and crafts, STEM, writing, technology, math, and more.

Enrollment is open now, and classes fill up quickly. Parents and guardians are encouraged to register early to secure a spot.

For more information or to enroll your child, please visit College for Kids [https://www.ssc.edu/non-credit-offerings/department-of-continuing-corporate-and-community-education-c3/continuing-education/college-for-kids/] or contact the Continuing Education Department at (708) 596-2000, ext. 5723 or email gedwards@ssc.edu.

About South Suburban College:
South Suburban College is a public, comprehensive community college in South Holland, Illinois, dedicated to serving the diverse educational and cultural needs of the region. SSC provides a wide array of academic, career, and continuing education programs designed to support student success and community enrichment. Learn more at https://www.ssc.edu/.

PHOTO: South Suburban College Logo

Children entering grades 2 through 12 are invited to join this exciting program. Participants will have the opportunity to explore a variety of subjects, including reading, study skills, grammar and writing, math, Spanish, arts & crafts, and game creation. Each session is designed to enhance your child’s learning by reviewing and introducing new course materials.

All instructors are certified teachers dedicated to contributing to your child’s academic and personal growth. To ensure quality education, most classes require a minimum enrollment of five students and have a maximum limit. Enrollment is on a “first-come, first-served” basis, and students are encouraged to register at least one week before the start of classes.

“Children in this program have the opportunity to learn in a variety of academic arenas. It will help keep their educational tools sharp during the summer months when school is not in session,” said Gervaise Edwards, Manager of C3. “This experience can lead participants to have better, brighter futures.”

The College for Kids program will be held at SSC’s Main Campus located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, IL 60473. For more information or to enroll a child in the College for Kids program, please contact the C3 department at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231, or ext. 5723. Check us out online at College for Kids.

PHOTO: South Suburban College: College for Kids Outdoor Fun.

South Suburban College extends an invitation to passionate educators to join its team for College for Kids, commencing on Monday, June 24, 2024, and concluding on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Please note, classes will not be held on Tuesday, July 4, 2024, due to the campus closure for the holiday.

“Participation in this program offers children a diverse range of academic pursuits, ensuring that their educational skills remain sharp throughout the summer break,” stated Gervaise Edwards, Manager of C3. “This experience serves as a catalyst for shaping brighter futures for our young participants.”

For further details, please reach out to Gervaise Edwards, Manager of the C3 Department, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 5723. The program will take place at SSC’s Main Campus, located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, IL 60473. Please visit www.ssc.edu for a comprehensive listing of non-credit classes.

PHOTO: The South Suburban College Main Campus in South Holland, Illinois.

The materials covered in the sessions do not repeat but enhance your child’s learning method of reviewing and introducing new course materials. All of our instructors are certified teachers who are looking forward to adding to your child’s development. Most classes require a minimum of five students, and some courses have a maximum limit. All registration is on a “first-come, first serve” basis. We ask that students enroll at least one week before the start of class.

“Children in this program have the opportunity to learn in a variety of academic arenas. It will help keep their educational tools sharp during the summer months when school is not in session,” said Gervaise Edwards, Manager of C3. “This experience can lead participants to have better, brighter futures.”

SSC’s Main Campus will offer this program at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, IL 60473. Contact the C3 department at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231, or ext. 5723 for more information or to enroll a child in College for Kids. Visit ssc.edu for a complete listing of non-credit classes for youth and adults.

This program will begin on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 and conclude on Thursday, July 28, 2022. Classes will not be offered on Monday, July 4, 2022, as campus will be closed for the holiday.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and should be familiar with educating children in grades K-12. While teaching credentials are preferred, experience educating in a school setting is sufficient to apply for these paid positions. This program will explore reading, study skills, grammar and essays, math (including pre-algebra, algebra and geometry), foreign language (such as Spanish), and art.

“Teachers in the College for Kids program have a direct opportunity to positively impact the youth of our community through education,” said Gervaise Edwards, Manager of C3. “If teaching is your calling and the future is your concern, this opportunity is right for you. Teachers in this program influence, inspire and mentor our local children to have better, brighter futures.”

Call Gervaise Edwards at (708) 596-2000 ext. 5723 for more information or to apply to teach in this program. College for Kids will be offered on SSC’s Main Campus, located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

KFK-C78-730, Ages 12-18
The TruVision Productions curriculum includes acting, vocal arts, scriptwriting, songwriting, dance/choreography, video production, editing, music production and sound engineering. The script is entitled “Live, Love, Laugh,” written by Jacqueline D. Sanders. A field trip will be included to reinforce what the students learn within the program, as well as a final showcase performance.

The cost for this exciting program is $350.00 per student with a limit of 30 students. Early registration is encouraged, as space is limited.

For more information about SSC’s non-credit classes or to register, please contact the Office of Continuing Education at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231, or visit www.ssc.edu. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. For more information about all of SSC’s programs, admissions and registration, please visit www.ssc.edu or contact the Admissions Office at (708) 210-5718.

SSC Maker Lab presents, Google AIY Projects: bring artificial intelligence to your maker projects. With this AIY Voice Kit from Google, students can build a standalone voice recognition system using the Google Assistant or add voice recognition and natural language processing to Raspberry Pi based projects. In this class, students will assemble the basic kit that works with the Google Assistant as well as on-device voice recognition with TensorFlow.

All course materials are included. Students will also have the opportunity to create a custom 3D printed enclosure for their device using the SouthWorks Maker Lab laser cutter, vinyl cutter and 3D Printers. (Parents, please note: the students will need to create a Google mail account if they do not already have one.)

SSC is pleased to offer the following STEM for Kids class at the Oak Forest Center in July for grade school and high school students:

KFK C03 730
July 8-11, 2019, M-Th, 8:30-12 noon, Oak Forest Center, Room 5130
Cost: $150, includes all materials needed
Students: Entering Grades 5 through 12
Instructors: Desmond Campbell and Julia Dixon

First time non-credit students should visit the Admissions Office, Room 2348, or call Continuing Education at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231 to get started. For questions about these classes or STEM programs at SSC, please contact Anna Helwig, STEM Dean, at (708) 210-5706. For more information about all of SSC’s programs, admissions and registration, please visit www.ssc.edu or contact the Admissions Office at (708) 210-5718. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 South Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois 60452.

Explore various areas of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) utilizing tools available in the SouthWorks Maker Lab. Topics will include: 2D and 3D Design, 3D printing, electronics, programming and raspberry pi technology.
All of these areas will be used as students work to build their own electronic gaming device, which they will take home with them at the end of the camp.

KFKSSC is pleased to offer several STEM for Kids classes at the Oak Forest Center in June for grade school and high school students:

KFK CO3 701-STEM CAMP
Cost: $300; includes lab materials
Students entering 4th-8th grade
June 18-21 MTh, 8:30am – 12:00pm
OFC RM 5160

KFK CO3 702-STEM CAMP
Cost: $300; includes lab materials
Students entering 9th-12th grade
June 18-21 MTh, 1:00pm – 4:30pm
OFC RM 5160

First time non-credit students should visit the Admissions Office, Room 2348, or call Continuing Education at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231 to get started. For questions about these classes or STEM programs at SSC, please contact Anna Helwig, STEM Dean, at (708) 210-5706. For more information about all of SSC’s programs, admissions and registration, please visit www.ssc.edu or contact the Admissions Office at (708) 210-5718.

Explore various areas of STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) utilizing tools available in the SouthWorks Maker Lab. Topics may include, but are not limited to: two and three-dimensional design software, electronics, programming, laser cutting and 3D printing.

KFKSSC is pleased to offer several STEM for Kids classes at the Oak Forest Center in June for grade school and high school students:

KFK C03 701-STEM CAMP
Cost: $100; includes lab materials
4th-6th grade students, June 19-22, 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., M-Th, OFC Room 5160

KFK C03 702-STEM CAMP
Cost: $100; includes lab materials
7th-9th grade students, June 26-19, 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., M-Th, OFC Room 5160

First time non-credit students should visit the Admissions Office, Room 2348, or call Continuing Education at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231 to get started. For questions about these classes or STEM programs at SSC, please contact Anna Helwig, STEM Dean, at (708) 210-5706. For more information about all of SSC’s programs, admissions and registration, please visit www.ssc.edu or contact the Admissions Office at (708) 210-5718.

In addition, SSC will offer a Jam Session Day Camp for $299, beginning on June 12, 2017. This four-week summer school program is less than $5 per hour for academics and fun enrichment programs two days a week. Math will consist of review and instruction of the basic arithmetic skills. In addition to Reading and Math, students will enjoy a variety of other stimulating activities, such as Spanish.

The following Learning Enrichment Classes will be offered for preschoolers and kindergartners at a cost of $49 each:

• ABC’s and 123’s
• Jump Start on Kindergarten

The following classes will be offered for elementary school kids for $69 each:

• Well Written Essays
• Study Skills
• Grammar No Problem
• Reading, Accelerated or Refresher
• Math Refresher
• Pre-Algebra
• Spanish

The following high school classes will be offered for $79 each:

• Written Essays
• Study Skills
• Introduction to Algebra
• Pre-Algebra/Geometry
• Conversational Spanish

Students with classes totaling $100 or more may be eligible for the FACTS deferred tuition payment plan. For more information about FACTS please contact the Business and Accounting Services Office at (708) 596-2000, ext. 5720. Access class schedule online from www.ssc.edu to search the Summer Continuing Education Schedule, or call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231. Contáctanos al (708) 210-5740 o a Latino@ssc.edu. SSC’s Main Campus is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

STEM Summer Camp at College For Kids