Session 5: July 27-31, 2026   

"AI Product Management for Young Innovators" is a unique, one-week course designed to introduce middle and high school students to the fundamentals of product management with an added focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a tool. This course aims to inspire young minds to think like AI product managers, transforming their curiosity and creativity into actionable, responsible ideas. By the end of the week, students will understand the core stages of the product development process, the basics of AI technologies like generative AI, and how to turn them into potential business partnerships. 

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BUILD A REX ROBOT: Students will compete in a challenge where they will learn how to design, build and program a VEX Robot. The competition will be centered on the Engineering Grand Challenges which aim to solve some of the world’s biggest issues. This program is designed for all levels of experience; ranging from beginner to expert programmer.

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The Handbook to Cybersecurity Challenges in AI: Discover how cybersecurity safeguards a world powered by Artificial Intelligence. This course takes learners beyond theory into the real-world challenges of securing intelligent systems. Through interactive labs, guided projects, and case studies, participants will explore how cyber threats exploit AI vulnerabilities from data poisoning and adversarial attacks to model theft and deepfake manipulation. Students will learn to analyze AI risks, design effective defense strategies, and apply ethical frameworks to ensure responsible innovation. 

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Expressive Self-Portraiture: Students will investigate a variety of approaches to self-portraiture in painting. The course focuses on developing skills in acrylic paint application alongside conceptual and technical approaches to self-portraiture. Through the exploration of expression, gesture, and identity, students will create portraits that are personally relevant and meaningful.

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Is Seeing Believing? Stalinism And The Manufacture Of Truth: Can you trust what you see? In an age defined by images, this hands-on, collaborative course invites students to explore how truth itself can be manufactured. We will investigate how photos, posters, and paintings were used to rewrite reality, using the Soviet Union under Stalin as a starting point to understand how similar visual strategies shape perception today. Through active learning exercises, including archival study, and close analysis of historical and contemporary media, students will uncover how truth, power, and vulnerability are constructed through images. Together, we will practice critical thinking to distinguish political spin from nuance, developing the tools of media literacy needed to see clearly in a world designed to persuade.

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Model UN: This course is an immersive experience in international diplomacy, designed to replicate the functions of the United Nations. Students will assume the roles of delegates representing different countries and engage in simulated diplomatic negotiations, debates, and discussions. The course aims to develop a deep understanding of global issues, enhance research and public speaking skills, and foster the ability to collaborate on complex international challenges.

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Music Production - Middle School: For students looking to expand their musical skills, learn how create beats, record instruments, vocals and produce music using software, this course offers an introduction to creating music. Using Ableton live, and soundtrap, students will create beats and instrumental music, explore audio engineering, recording and songwriting in a collaborative setting. Students will learn how to create, release, perform and present their original music.  

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SAT Test Prep Course: SESSION 4 UMBC SAT Prep Class offers serious preparation for these high-stakes undergraduate admissions tests. All of our SAT Prep Class options include expert instruction, a proven format, all required course materials, access to diagnostic exams, and online support resources in one convenient, affordable package.

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SAT Test Prep Course: SESSION 5 UMBC SAT Prep Class offers serious preparation for these high-stakes undergraduate admissions tests. All of our SAT Prep Class options include expert instruction, a proven format, all required course materials, access to diagnostic exams, and online support resources in one convenient, affordable package.

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Sports Broadcasting:  "Boo-yah!" "Let's get readyyyyyy to rumbllllllle!"  "He could go all the way!"  "GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!" "Juuuust a bit outside."

We have all heard these famous lines from broadcasters. One day, this could be you commenting on a sports event!Students will learn the basics of broadcasting sporting events by speaking and learning from leaders in the industry. Students will explore all the ins-and-outs of sports broadcasting and all the different equipment and positions that are used. They will learn about working in the production truck, camera operations, graphics engines and how to make highlight packages, among other tasks.

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Techpreneurs: Building Business Through Technology- Students explore how innovation and modern digital tools drive entrepreneurship and shape the future of business. They begin by researching and presenting on real-world tech startups—analyzing how companies like Spotify, Duolingo, or Tesla used creativity and technology to achieve success. Throughout the course, students learn to use hands-on tools such as Canva, Google Sites, Figma, and Scratch to bring their own business ideas to life. 

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