Program Overview
- Five weeks, May – June 2026
- Progressive learning experience in media arts
- Culminates in family nights and showcases
General Information
- Age Range: 12 – 18
- Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
- Students can join at any time
Class Schedule
- Week 1: May 26 – 27
- Week 2: June 1 – 2
- Week 3: June 8 – 9
- Week 4: June 15 – 16
- Week 5: June 29 – 30
Course Offerings
Digital Photography @ Hays High School (Week 1)
Pick up a camera and see your community in a whole new way. In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of composition, lighting, and shooting outdoors, then bring your photos into Lightroom to edit them like a professional photographer. Each day we’ll take a trip to Mission Canyon for outdoor photography with transportation provided! We’ll learn how to photograph portraits, landscapes, and everything in between. No photography experience required – just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
Music Production (Week 1)
Have you ever wanted to make your own music? In this workshop you’ll learn how to lay down beats, record tracks, and mix your sound like a pro. We’ll use real studio equipment and software, the same tools used by professional musicians and producers. No experience needed, just bring your creativity and your ears. Walk away with original music you actually made yourself.
Radio PSA: Write, Record & Broadcast Your Message (Week 2)
In partnership with ANIBH/CDC Prevention, this is your chance to make your voice heard across the airwaves. In this workshop you’ll write, record, and produce original radio Public Service Announcements centered on positive messaging and healthy choices for young people. Your PSAs could end up broadcast to real audiences across Fort Belknap and beyond. No experience needed: just your voice, your ideas, and your story. This one is for you and your community.
New Technologies (Weeks 3 & 4)
Ever wanted to fly a drone, step inside virtual reality, or design your own video game? Now’s your chance. In this workshop you’ll get hands-on time with some of the most exciting technology out there – drones, VR headsets, and game design tools used by real developers. You’ll learn how these technologies work and how people are building careers around them. Come ready to play, explore, and think about the future.
Graphic Design & Digital Illustration (Week 5)
In partnership with ANIBH/CDC Prevention, this is your chance to make art that actually matters to your community. In this workshop you’ll use digital design and illustration tools to create original graphics and artwork centered on positive messaging and healthy choices for young people. Your designs could end up in real campaigns seen by people across Fort Belknap and beyond. No art experience needed: just your voice, your ideas, and your creativity. This one is for you and your community.