Summer Programs

Our Programs

One week. Life-changing skills. Three age-specific experiences designed to meet students exactly where they are — and take them somewhere new.

Mon–Fri

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

$150

Per student / per week

FREE

Tools: Scratch.

10–30

Per person

AI Literacy Camp K–8

AI Explorers

Week 1 — Elementary

Grades K–5 · Ages 5–11

$150/week

per student · scholarships available

Mon–Fri · 9 AM–12 PM or 1–4 PM

Students in grades K–5 are introduced to AI in a fun, hands-on environment designed to build curiosity and confidence. Every activity is age-appropriate, creative, and rooted in real-world examples kids already know.

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What Is AI?

Discover how AI works through games, stories, and examples from everyday life like Alexa, Google Maps, and Netflix.

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AI + Art & Creativity

Use AI tools to generate images, create stories, and design artwork. Explore what makes human creativity unique.

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AI Safety Basics

Age-appropriate lessons on personal data, online safety, and why it matters to be responsible digital citizens.

Fun with Coding

Introduction to block-based coding using Scratch. Students build their first interactive project on Day 1.

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AI & Helpers

Explore how AI is used in medicine, weather forecasting, and helping people with disabilities live fuller lives.

Showcase Day (Friday)

Students present their AI projects to family and community members — confidence and pride included.

AI Creators

Week 2 — Middle School

Grades 6–8 · Ages 11–14

$150/week

per student · scholarships available

Mon–Fri · 9 AM–12 PM or 1–4 PM

Middle schoolers dive deeper into how AI actually works — machine learning, data, ethics, and building their own AI-powered projects. This week is about creating, questioning, and leading.

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Machine Learning 101

Understand how AI learns from data. Students train simple models and see the results in real time.

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AI Creators Lab

Build a working chatbot or AI tool using beginner-friendly platforms. Students choose their own project.

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AI + Design Thinking

Use AI tools for music, video, and graphic design. Explore the intersection of tech and human creativity.

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AI Ethics & Bias

Critical conversations about algorithmic bias, fairness, and who gets to build the AI that shapes our world.

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AI Game Design

Build a simple game using AI concepts. Students learn about decision trees, character behavior, and logic.

Demo Day (Friday)

Students pitch their AI project to a panel. Build presentation skills, confidence, and community recognition.

AI Leaders

Week 3 — High School

Grades 9–12 · Ages 14–18

$150/week

per student · scholarships available

Mon–Fri · 9 AM–12 PM or 1–4 PM

High schoolers go deep — real AI tools, Python basics, career pathways, and leadership. This is the week that turns interest into direction and equips students with portfolio-worthy projects.

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Intro to Python for AI

Hands-on Python coding sessions with AI applications. No prior coding required — just curiosity.

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How LLMs Actually Work

Understand large language models, neural networks, and the real technology behind ChatGPT and Gemini.

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AI Policy & Advocacy

Explore AI legislation, digital rights, and how to advocate for communities like theirs in tech spaces.

AI Career Pathways

Guest speakers, career panels, and a roadmap for breaking into AI — with a focus on underrepresented youth.

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Capstone Project

Students identify a real community problem and build an AI prototype to address it. Mentored all week.

Community Presentation

Present your capstone to community leaders, parents, and local organizations. Resume-ready achievement.

Adult Program · Summer 2026

AI Made Simple (Adults 55+)

Digital Literacy for Adults 55 and Over. No jargon. No rushing. No judgment. Just the AI knowledge you actually need, taught with patience and respect.

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5 Sessions

Mon–Fri · 11 AM–1 PM

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8–15 Participants

Small group + 1-on-1 time

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Senior Centers

Parks & Rec · Inland Empire

5-Day Curriculum

Identifies where AI already shows up in participants' daily routines including Alexa, GPS, spam filters, and autocorrect. Builds familiarity and removes fear before introducing anything new.

Teaches participants how to identify AI-powered scams, voice cloning fraud, fake bank emails, and suspicious robocalls before they become a financial crisis. Hands-on practice with real-world examples. This session alone is worth the entire program.

Hands-on practice using voice assistants to set medication reminders, call family members, look up health questions, and get answers without typing. Designed for every comfort level.

Explains how hospitals and insurance companies use AI in care decisions and medical summaries. Empowers participants to ask better questions at doctor appointments and remain informed in their own healthcare.

Practical instruction on video calls, photo sharing, and accessibility features. Covers how AI affects housing, credit, and decisions for people over 40 and how to advocate for yourself when a system treats you unfairly.

Daily Schedule

11 AM–12 PM

Group Instruction

Clear, jargon-free lesson for the full group with large-display demonstrations

12–1 PM

1-on-1 Practice Time

Private hands-on help with your own device, questions welcome

Every Session Includes

  • Large-font printed handouts — nothing depends solely on a screen
  • No jargon. No rushing. No judgment.
  • Real-world examples from your own daily life
  • Backup devices for participants who need one
  • Certificate of completion for every participant
  • 2–3 scholarship spots per session available

Pricing

Per participant

$100/week

Daily rate

$20/day

Priced for fixed incomes. About the cost of one dinner out — for a full week of instruction and hands-on help.

Enroll in AI Made Simple

Every Program. Every Student. Every Time.

No matter which program you choose, these core commitments never change.

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Certified Instructor

14 AI certifications. MBA. 15 years of professional experience. AnnaMarie Callanta brings both expertise and heart.

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No One Turned Away

Scholarship spots available every session. Fee waivers available. No student or senior is ever turned away for inability to pay.

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We Come To You

Programs run at Parks & Rec facilities, community centers, and senior centers across the Inland Empire.

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Certificates of Completion

Every participant earns a certificate. Youth can add it to a portfolio. Seniors can show it with pride.

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Family Engagement

Family AI Nights and parent orientation sessions keep the whole family connected to what kids are learning.

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Real-World Focus

Every lesson connects to real life. Students leave with skills they can use immediately — not just theory.

What's Included in Every Program

Everything your child needs for an amazing AI learning experience — no extra purchases required.

All equipment & materials
Chromebook or tablet provided
Take-home project files
Small class sizes (max 15)
Certified instructor
Safe, supervised environment
Certificate of completion
Parent showcase day
Continued learning resources

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