APPLICATION INFORMATION: Please fill out application below to sign up for "Your Voice Is Power 2025"—our 8th year of free, future-ready, summer boot camps, empowering voice technology and voice self-advocacy.
This bootcamp is an awesome opportunity to enhance a student's career and life skills, and amplify their voice in fields like music tech, video game design, coding, AI (Artificial Intelligence), cybersecurity, sound engineering, computer science, data science, neuroscience, speech technology, voice actor. They will gain insights into jobs, internships, and careers that align with industry certifications.
This virtual STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) and CTE (Career & Technical Education) program is FREE for eligible students ages 14 to 21 who have an IEP, 504, Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia; identify as neurodivergent or having a special need; or who participates in State of Tennessee's Pre-ETS program. No experience is necessary. All you need is an interest in STEAM/CTE, a computer, and internet access!
Minors will need a signed permission form from a parent or legal guardian to apply. Permission forms can be found at these links in English and Spanish. Please email documents to tekeliakelly@comcast.net.
Each monthly session has a unique theme.
This summer's bootcamp offers three monthly sessions from June 7th - August 30th, 2025 (see below), with a different theme each session and four Saturday classes each month from 9a-12 pm EST delivered via Zoom.
A. STEAM & Music: June 21, 28
B. Coding & AI: July 19, 26
C. Cyber Security: August 16, 23
DEADLINE INFORMATION: Applications deadline has been extended to Friday May 23, 2025, however applications will be processed as they come in, so please apply early to assure your spot in the camp.
CONTACTS:
For technical issues, questions about the application form, questions about the course content, or requirements, please reach out to Tekelia C. Kelly at tekeliakelly@comcast.net or visit www.chipslearning.com.
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