Summer Career Exploration Experience

Ready to Select your Summer program?

The PCCTC Summer Camp request period is closed at this time.

Before selecting your program, make sure to read the FAQ section below.

The Summer Career Exploration Experience is designed for current 6th & 7th grade students. Students must be currently enrolled in one of the SDPC middle schools in order to attend.

Students must be logged in with their school district Google account.

Tip: Use your Chromebook to make completing the Google Form as easy as possible.

Some FAQ's about the Summer Career Exploration Experience:

  • Who is this program geared towards?

    • Current 6th & 7th grade students who are currently enrolled in an SDPC middle school and are curious about a particular subject area.

  • How long is the summer program?

    • The Summer Career Exploration Experience is a two week program that allows students to get an overview of what that Program of Study has to offer.

  • How much does the summer program cost?

    • This program is completely free for students! We even cover breakfast and lunch! In the event of a field trip, students may need to purchase lunch, but parents and students will be told ahead of time.

  • When will the program meet this summer?

    • Each program will only be 1-week long. Students will choose 4 different courses and will be placed in 2 of these. We will work hard to put you in your top 2 choices, but seats are limited.

    • Week 1 - June 6-9, Monday-Thursday. 9:00am - 2:00pm

    • Week 2 - June 13-16, Monday-Thursday. 9:00am - 2:00pm

    • Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

  • Will the student earn a credit for this program?

    • No. The goal of this program is to allow students to explore a career that they are interested in and not have to stress over a grade.

  • Why is the program only two weeks long?

    • With the new calendar, we wanted to respect everyone’s time this summer. We know that this is a short summer compared to previous years and it is important to build in time to recharge your batteries before August.

  • How will students get to the Career Center?

    • Students have two choices for transportation:

        • they can get on a shuttle bus from their home middle school

        • they may be picked up and dropped off as car riders

  • What programs will be offered?

  • 1-Week Programs. Students will switch to a different class in Week 2.

  • Agriculture & Animal Science - FULL

  • Automotive Tech / Mechanic - FULL

  • Cosmetology - Hair, Makeup, & Nails - FULL

  • Culinary Arts / Cooking - FULL

  • Digital Arts & Photography - FULL

  • Electricity & HVAC

  • Engineering - FULL

  • Green Architecture / Green Engineering - Limited Seats Available

  • Health Science / Nursing - Limited Seats Available

  • Robotics / Vex - FULL

  • Team Building & Logistics - FULL


2-Week Long Program

  • Machine Tech / Precision Metal Cutting