Memphis Public Library’s Teen Tech Camp

Please download the following documents to apply for the 2006 Teen Technology Camp: 2006 Teen Tech Camp Cover(pdf) , Application 2006 Teen Tech Camp(pdf) or you can pick up a copy at your local branch of the Memphis Public Library System. Note: the deadline has been extened to April 21st, 2006.

The Memphis Public Library & Information Center held its inaugural Teen Tech Camp from July 11 through July 15, 2005 at the Central Library. The camp's goal was to introduce new media technologies to area teens as well as provide valuable hands-on experience. Teen Tech Camp was free, thanks to a grant from the Society for Information Management (SIM).

Each session built upon what teens had learned the previous day and encouraged working as a team. Programs included a web design introduction, a class on graphic design, a session on blogging and a chance to use the Library's WYPL television studios to plan, film, and edit a group project: a 30-second commercial for the Library that has aired on WYPL TV•18.

Campers were divided into four groups, with the task of designing a web site. On the last day, the web pages were judged by Library and SIM representatives. Awards were given for usability, creativity, graphics, and content. Each camper also received a t-shirt, a “Certificate of Awesomeness” as well as a “Dig It” Teen Tech Camp sand pail, which was full of Library surprises. Each camper received a 128MB USB drive so that they could take their work for the week with them.

Over 40 applicants were narrowed down to the 16 attendees.

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