We were excited to introduce new programming, in addition to our core Entrepreneurship classes, the Clean Energy and Converse Deep Dives, and our Pathways Bootcamp.
Educators joined our STEAM team to offer a line-up of programs in which students explored new technologies and techniques on unique creative projects. These classes were so well received by the rising sophomores and juniors who attended, that our enrollment remained above 80% for all the classes!
Fun with Fiber Arts
Students were sleeves rolled up, hands-on with different Fab Lab tools to learn what’s possible with textiles, design, and fiber! Tools included: sewing machines, advanced printing and dye techniques, hand techniques and more.
Music Recording & synthesizing
Students explored the art of music recording and learned how to craft their own synthesizers and sounds through hands-on projects in the multimedia studio. Tools included: Ableton Live, GarageBand, and electronics.
Make Big Things
Students had their safety gear on as they worked hands on with our biggest shop equipment to design and create a table and chairs for TPZ! Tools included: Zund CNC machine, large-format UV printer, and laser cutters.
Animation & Digital Art
This class was for those students who wanted to animate their own video game character and bring a story to life through graphic design. At the end of the workshop, they presented an interactive art display enjoyed by other TPZ students and staff. Tools included: Procreate, Illustrator, coding, and electronics.
Jewelry and Digital Fabrication
Teens explored different methods and techniques to create their own unique jewelry, including transforming hand sketches into machined designs. Tools included: Laser cutters, desktop mills, Adobe Illustrator, UV printing, hand tools and techniques.
Dance + Electronics
Interactive design takes many forms; in this workshop, students learned how to connect their movement to sensors with digital outputs to create an immersive experience. Tools included: Coding and electronics, sensors, LEDs and more.
Podcasting Our Stories
Students expressed themselves, explored a wide range of topics, and connected with communities as they learned how to record, mix and publish professional-quality podcasts. They woked with like-minded creators to produce and release segments and gain experience storytelling. Tools included: Audacity. recording devices, mixers, and more.
Clothing Upcycling
In this program, students explored sustainably and discovered creative ways to transform clothes into new items. Tools included: sewing machines, garment printing, hand sewing, and additional digital fabrication tools.