Camps

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Rochester Community and Technical College is excited to offer several summer camps and activities for students in middle school and high school.

2026 RCTC Summer Camps:

 

Aviation Camp

Explore the thrilling world of aviation at a three-day camp designed for students in grades 9-12, including 2026 high school graduates. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, learn about aircraft systems, and experience the basics of flight through interactive workshops, flight simulators, and airport tours. Guided by an experienced aviation professional, this immersive camp promises an exciting journey into the skies for aspiring young aviators.

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12, and 2026 high school graduates

Dates: June 9, 10, and 11

Time: 9am-12pm

Location: Great Places Aviation

Cost: $250

REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED

Requires parent-signed release form, emergency contact information, behavior form, and photo release form.

RCTC reserves the right to cancel or postpone the camp in the event of low enrollment, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances. If the camp is canceled, refunds will be issued.

Healthcare Explorers Camp

Learn about careers in Surgical Technology, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, Veterinary Technician, and Nursing.

  • Monday, June 15 – Nursing Part I
  • Tuesday, June 16 – Surgical Technology/Veterinary Technician
  • Wednesday, June 17 – Nursing Part II
  • Thursday, June 18 – Dental Assisting & Dental Hygiene/Dental Health

All Healthcare Explorer instructors currently teach at RCTC in their specific health care field. All instructors are licensed in their professional field of nursing, surgical technology, veterinary technician, dental assisting, or dental hygiene.

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 and 2026 high school graduates

Dates: June 15, 16, 17, and 18

Time: 8am-12pm

Location: RCTC

Cost: $250

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

Requires parent-signed release form, emergency contact information, behavior form, and photo release form.

RCTC reserves the right to cancel or postpone the camp in the event of low enrollment, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances. If the camp is canceled, refunds will be issued.

How to Write a Novel Camp

Whether you’ve never written a lick of fiction or you already have a full manuscript ready to send to agents, this workshop is for anyone who wants to try their hand at writing the next great American novel. This camp is a total of six days over two weeks.

In this workshop, we will learn how to:

  • Develop interesting, flawed characters and meaningful character arcs
  • Shape plot and conflict to keep the story compelling and well-paced
  • Organize into chapters using the three-act structure
  • Incorporate storytelling devices such as the “clock” and the “gun” to keep the reader on the edge of their seat
  • Craft realistic dialogue that creates conflict and builds tension
  • Integrate theme in a way that is subtle but emotionally resonant
  • Create vivid settings and develop worldbuilding skills to establish tone and atmosphere
  • Give and receive constructive feedback from peers

Through hands-on exercises and feedback, you’ll walk away with the tools and confidence to start—or finish—your own novel.

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12, and 2026 high school graduates

Dates: June 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, and 24

Time: 9am-12pm

Location: RCTC

Cost: $225

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

Requires parent-signed release form, emergency contact information, behavior form, and photo release form.

RCTC reserves the right to cancel or postpone the camp in the event of low enrollment, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances. If the camp is canceled, refunds will be issued.

 

2026 Middle School Summer Career Academy: “Discover Your Future”

This interactive, hands-on camp has a focus on Career Exploration, Engineering, Healthcare, Computer Science, and Trades. This isn’t your typical summer school – it’s a “test drive” for the future. We bring in top-tier industry partners to work directly with students, giving them an insider’s look at high-demand careers through real-world activities. There are eight exciting pathways to pursue. Whether your students want to build, code, create, or care for others, we have a pathway for them. Pathways include Agriculture, Construction, Culinary & Hospitality, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Public Safety & Emergency Services, and Transportation. Seats are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Campers should pack a lunch for each day.

Registration Closed

Grades: 6, 7, and 8

Dates: June 9, 10, and 11

Half Day: 8:30-11:30am (focus on one career pathway)

Full Day: 8:30am-3pm (explore two different career pathways)

Location: RCTC Heintz Center

Deadline: April 1

Registration Closed